Massachusetts Trial Court Facilities Management – Boston, MA

Trial Court Facilities Management

The Massachusetts Trial Court Facilities Management and Capital Planning Department is the administrative body responsible for the physical infrastructure of the state’s judicial system. Headquartered at 3 Pemberton Square, this department oversees the maintenance, renovation, security system installation, and capital improvements for 63 state-owned courthouses across the Commonwealth. Their mission is to ensure that all court facilities are safe, secure, accessible, and dignified environments for the administration of justice.

Core Responsibilities

This department is not a court for hearing cases but an operational agency within the Office of Court Management. Key functions include:

• Capital Planning: Strategizing and managing large-scale construction and renovation projects to modernize aging court buildings.
• Facilities Maintenance: Routine upkeep, HVAC repairs, cleaning services, and emergency response for building issues.
• Security Infrastructure: Implementing and maintaining physical security measures such as cameras, locks, and screening equipment in coordination with court security.
• Lease Management: Overseeing agreements for court facilities that are leased rather than state-owned.

Location and Access

The administrative offices are located in the historic Suffolk County Courthouse area, near the John Adams Courthouse. While this office primarily serves internal court operations and vendors, it is the central point of contact for inquiries regarding court building conditions, accessibility upgrades, and facilities contracting. The department plays a vital role in preserving the historic architecture of Massachusetts’ judicial buildings while upgrading them to meet modern energy and accessibility standards.