Walsh announces candidacy for Norfolk register of probate

Submitted by the Michael Walsh campaign

Michael F. Walsh, a 33-year trial attorney who was recently reelected for a third term to the Westwood Select Board, has announced his candidacy for Norfolk County Register of Probate, as the present register, Attorney Patrick McDermott, has decided to seek higher office.

The Register of Probate is an important position that many people know little about until they need it. It is the court system that handles all family matters, including divorce, child support, alimony, custody, wills, trusts, estates, name changes, adoption, and guardian ad litem issues. The register is the person responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Probate and Family Court for Norfolk County. The need to know and understand the law, work with judges, lawyers, and members of the public (many who often try to navigate this system without lawyers), are essential skills needed for this position.

Walsh has spent 33 years getting access to justice for individuals and families of all races, religions, financial means, and gender preference in every type of courthouse in the commonwealth, not just the Probate Court. Walsh has prided himself on helping those in need receive the services they need to make a better life for themselves or get back on track. Walsh’s experience in dealing with people, whether clients or constituents, judges, or other lawyers, is greatly needed to improve the court system, especially now, and moving forward into the future. Gaining access to the courthouse is crucial, especially for those without cars. Adding satellite offices and more technology, while providing guidance and assistance to those without counsel, is also a priority.

Walsh feels the next Register of Probate needs to be an attorney and have firsthand knowledge and experience in how to adjudicate in front of a judge, to know what is best for the court and its clientele. Walsh is currently involved, both at the courthouse and with attorneys who practice before the court on a day-to-day basis. He understands the circumstances and what needs to be done to bring justice for all during some of the most difficult times of their life.

Walsh is currently a member of the Norfolk County Bar Association, where he sits on the Executive Board, a current member of the Norfolk County Advisory Board to the Norfolk County Commissioners, and a member of the Norfolk County Selectmen’s Association. All boards that involve the Norfolk County government, including managing the current budget, staff, and creating protocols for making the system efficient for all. Walsh’s experience managing his own business, and as a negotiator, trusted advisor, advocate, and an elected official managing a budget of over $100 million a year, make him the most qualified for the position.

Walsh is a former resident of the city of Boston and now a small town, which makes him uniquely qualified to serve the people of Norfolk County. Those who know him, through his work as their lawyer or through his service to his community, or the various boards and committees he serves, know that he is caring, dedicated, and hardworking. Walsh is a thoughtful, compassionate leader and advocate. His experience both inside and outside the courtroom, working with individuals, knowing the law, managing budgets and people, makes him the strongest candidate to run the courthouse daily. If elected on September 1, Walsh will hit the ground running and make himself accessible to all.

Learn more about Michael Walsh at www.walshforprobate.com. Call his office at 781-251-0100 or email him at mike@walshforprobate.com. Follow him on Facebook and like his page at Attorney Michael F. Walsh for Norfolk County Register of Probate.

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