Long time KP Law Attorney John W. Giorgio will receive the Massachusetts Municipal Lawyers Association’s prestigious President’s Award

John W. Giorgio Long time KP Law Attorney John W. Giorgio will receive the Massachusetts Municipal Lawyers Association’s prestigious President’s Award this year for his exemplary career as sage legal counsel, mentor and colleague.  For us particularly, he is also a cherished friend.  We are excited and honored that John will receive... read more

Attorney Richard T. Holland Wins Summary Judgment Award Dismissing A General Contractor’s Six-figure Claims For Delay Damages On A Public Construction Project

On a project involving the construction of a new public library in Medford, a general contractor asserted claims against the City for payment of “extended general conditions costs” incurred due to delays in the project arising from the COVID-19 orders of the Governor pausing all non-critical public construction projects,... read more

Attorney Lauren F. Goldberg presented a webinar to the MMA membership on so-called “First Amendment Audits” on January 10th. 

Lauren F. Goldberg With over 1,000 municipal officials and employees from across the state participating, the discussion included analysis of the legal issues governing the use of public spaces for first amendment purposes.  Just as importantly, the discussion also included consideration of the practical implications of such “auditors”, including use of office... read more

Attorney John W. Giorgio will present a seminar on Solid Waste Contracting at the Massachusetts Association of Public Purchasing Officials (MAPPO) Conference on January 18th at Devens Common Center. 

John W. Giorgio Attorney Giorgio will present information regarding basic municipal contracting law, developing effective bid documents and contracts, and issues specific to solid waste management, including user fee options, regulating private haulers and important contract provisions for a variety of situations.