Civil Procedure Flashcards
1
Q
If there is no subject matter jurisdiction and a court renders judgment, the judgment is ____
A
void, unenforceable
2
Q
Subject matter jurisdiction can never be ____.
A
waived, stipulated to
3
Q
Who can raise subject matter jurisdiction, when, and typically by what mechanism?
A
Any party or the court on its own; any time including through appeal; motion to dismiss, specifically MRCP Rule 12(b)(1)
4
Q
What are the 7 Departments of the Trial Court of the Commonwealth?
A
District Court; Superior Court; Housing Court; Land Court; Juvenile Court; Probate and Family Court; Boston Municipal Court
