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Eviction and civil process forms library

Download commonly used Notices to Quit, accompanying forms, 4(c) motions, subpoenas, and related documents. Thumbnails let you visually confirm you are opening the right form before you download it.

About the forms on this website

These forms are provided as a convenience and are based on versions that are widely available online. We are not endorsing any particular template and we are not saying that one version of a form is better, safer, or more correct than another.

Your case, your court, and your goals are specific to you. For advice on which form to use, how to complete it, what language to include, or whether a different document would be better in your situation, you should talk with a qualified Massachusetts attorney who handles this kind of work regularly.

Important for landlords – Nonpayment Notices to Quit

For residential nonpayment of rent cases, Massachusetts law currently requires more than just a Notice to Quit. As of April 1, 2023, when a landlord serves a Notice to Quit for nonpayment on a residential tenant, the landlord must also:

(1) give the tenant a completed state “Form to Accompany Residential Notice to Quit”, which explains rental assistance options, relevant Trial Court rules, standing or emergency administrative orders about summary process, and any applicable federal or state limits on residential evictions; and (2) provide documentation of any agreements between the landlord and tenant for repayment of past-due rent.

This requirement is set out in Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 186, Section 31. Our role is to serve the paperwork you provide and document what we did. We do not decide which forms are required in your case and we cannot give legal advice about compliance. For that, you should consult a Massachusetts housing attorney.

Eviction focused forms

These forms are geared toward Massachusetts residential eviction work. They do not replace court-issued forms and they are not legal advice. You are responsible for choosing the correct forms for your situation.

Accompanying Form – Residential Notice to Quit (Nonpayment)
Evictions · PDF
State-required form that must go with any residential nonpayment Notice to Quit. It gives tenants information on rental assistance, court rules, and current limits on residential evictions.
14 Day Notice to Quit – Nonpayment
Evictions · PDF
Standard 14 day Notice to Quit for nonpayment of rent. Landlords should confirm dates, amounts, and wording with counsel before using it in an actual Massachusetts eviction case.
30 Day Notice to Quit – With Cause
Evictions · PDF
30 day Notice to Quit where the landlord is alleging cause, such as serious lease violations or nuisance. The grounds and wording should be tailored to the tenancy and reviewed with a housing lawyer.
30 Day Notice to Quit – No Fault / No Cause
Evictions · PDF
30 day Notice to Quit sometimes used in no-fault or no-cause situations. Whether this format is appropriate depends on the tenancy type, local practice, and any protections that may apply to the occupants.
7 Day Notice to Quit
Evictions · PDF
Shorter 7 day notice sometimes used for weekly tenancies, rooming arrangements, or certain license situations. Before relying on a 7 day notice, confirm with counsel that it fits your specific tenancy and court.
Affidavit of Compliance
Evictions · PDF
Sample affidavit that can help show compliance with requirements such as giving the accompanying form, observing notice timing, or meeting other statutory duties. Attorneys usually adapt the language to match the file.

4(c) motions, subpoenas, and property-related forms

Forms that support special process server appointments, subpoenas, and basic property management notices. Attorneys should confirm these match current court practice before filing or serving them.

Rule 4(c) Motion – Central Housing Court
Civil process · PDF
Example Rule 4(c) motion used by attorneys to request a special process server appointment in Central Housing Court. The format and wording should be adjusted to the judge, case, and local preferences.
Rule 4(c) Motion – Western Housing Court
Civil process · PDF
Sample Rule 4(c) motion for a special process server appointment in Western Housing Court. Court preferences can change, so counsel should confirm the language and structure with current local practice.
Subpoena – Documents Only
Civil process · PDF
Template subpoena duces tecum focused on documents rather than personal testimony. Counsel should confirm the right court form, notice period, and service requirements before using it in any litigation.
Subpoena – General Use
Civil process · PDF
General subpoena layout that may be adapted for testimony and documents, depending on the court. Attorneys remain responsible for choosing the correct version and completing it to match the particular case.
No Trespass Notice
Property management · PDF
Written notice advising a person they are no longer allowed on specified property. Whether and how to use a no-trespass notice is a strategic legal decision that should be made with the help of counsel.
Not sure which form belongs in your case
You can email your documents and deadlines directly to office@maconstable.com. We will explain what we can do as a constable service and how we would handle service and documentation. For advice on what you should file or say in court, you should work with a Massachusetts attorney.