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O'Connor, Ellen M.

Director, Judicial InstituteTrial Court
  • Agency Trial Court
  • Division Office of Court Management Directors
  • Title Director, Judicial Institute
  • Address Three Center Plaza, Suite 700
    Boston, MA 2108
  • Phone 617-788-6788
  • Email ellen.oconnor@jud.state.ma.us

Official Record

  • Year Started Current Position 1998
  • Years in Current Position 29
  • Job Description The Director of Judicial Education is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive program of professional education and training for Judicial Branch personnel in accordance with the mandates set forth in M.G.L. c.211B, §16. Responsibilities include: management and oversight of the education budget, participation on statewide policy-making and advisory boards and committees, and oversight and supervision of all administrative and staffing functions in the division.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth 7/11/1962
  • Place of Birth Boston
  • Marital Status Married (Michael H. Haire)
  • Children 2

Education & Career

  • Education
    • University of New Hampshire ('83)
    • Suffolk University Law School ('88)
  • Previous Employment
    • Private Law Practice