Concord Attorney Nominated to Mass. Superior Court

CONCORD, MA – Gov. Charlie Baker on Wednesday announced two nominations to the Massachusetts Superior Court – among them, a trial attorney from Concord.

Bill Barrett is a former assistant district attorney in Middlesex County and partner at the law firm Esdaile, Barrett, Jacobs & Mone. He specializes in civil litigation in the areas of tort law and contract disputes, as well as criminal defense.

Salim Tabit, of Andover, also received the nod; the two were nominated as associate justices of the Superior Court.

"I have the utmost confidence that Bill Barrett and Salim Tabit have the temperament and dedication to serve the people of the Commonwealth on the Superior Court," Baker said in a statement. "Both attorneys bring diverse backgrounds and distinguished legal careers filled with a wealth of civil, criminal, trial and public service experiences."

Outside of his practice, Barrett has significant public service experience, having served on various town committees, including as chair of the Concord Zoning Board of Appeals. He is a recent past president of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Board of Trial Attorneys, where he assisted in organizing educational programs and award ceremonies highlighting the achievements of Massachusetts' judges and attorneys.

"These two well-respected and experienced attorneys exude the hard work and character necessary for serving the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with justice and integrity," Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito said in a statement. "I look forward to the Council’s review of the nominees."

The Superior Court consists of 82 justices in 20 courthouses across the state's 14 counties. It handles a myriad of civil litigation exceeding $25,000 and criminal matters including homicide, sex offenses, robbery and financial fraud.

Superior Court nominees are subject to the approval of the Governor's Council.

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