Massachusetts Association of Public Pension Attorneys

The Massachusetts public pension plan, as contained in General Laws Chapter 32, provides statutorily defined retirement benefits to members, retirees and their beneficiaries.

“The purpose of the Massachusetts Association of Public Pension Attorneys shall be to safeguard and promote the integrity of the Massachusetts public pension system, the state, regional and local retirement boards of the commonwealth, and the rights and benefits of active and/or retired public employees and beneficiaries.

To assist, support and educate retirement boards in the proper maintenance of ethical and fiduciary standards in plan administration, policy, development and fund operation.

To assist, support and advise the Great and General Court and the Public Employee Retirement Administration Commission in matters pertaining to the public pension law.”

So reads our Mission Statement. As part of our commitment to our mission, we have developed this web site, which contains information on retirement benefits as well as on the operation of our organization. We hope that you find this site informative and easy to navigate. We are happy to have you as a visitor and encourage you to browse often!