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ACKER-001 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER I Communications with the Court All correspondence to Court must be brief, concise, and contain full case title and index number. Copied to all counsel simultaneously. Correspondence between counsel shall not be copied to Court. Court does not permit litigation by letter; any such submission rejected. Correspondence to Court shall NOT be e-filed. Telephone calls to Court staff permitted only in situations requiring immediate attention. Email to Part Clerk or Confidential Secretary is preferred method of communication. Faxes: court does not accept legal papers by fax absent specific advance approval; faxed communications not to exceed 3 pages without prior permission.   ["communication-preferences"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-002 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER II E-Filing Rules and Protocol Counsel must familiarize themselves with 22 NYCRR §§202.5-b and 202.5-bb and the Joint Protocols for Dutchess County e-filing. All documents in mandatory e-filed cases to be filed through NYSCEF. All submissions to Court (except correspondence) must be electronically filed. Working copies required for all legal papers requiring judicial action (OSC, motions, notices of settlement, ex parte applications, proposed orders). Working copy of motion must include all documents with external exhibit tabs. Should a motion include extensive exhibits, working copy may be submitted on a flash drive.   ["e-filing", "courtesy-copies"] ["22 NYCRR 202.5-b", "22 NYCRR 202.5-bb"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-003 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER III Calendar Call & Conferences Court's calendar called at 9:30 a.m. in Courtroom 209. Counsel expected to appear on time. Counsel with conflicting appearances must communicate to Chambers prior to date. Only counsel who are fully familiar with case and authorized to enter into binding agreements are to appear. In non-matrimonial actions, represented parties need not appear for conferences unless directed. In matrimonial actions, litigants must appear with counsel for all conferences. Adjournment of conference: request must be made in writing by email or fax (one method only) to Chambers at least 2 full business days in advance. Court will advise requesting party if adjournment has been granted; that party must advise all other parties.   ["conference-procedures", "adjournments"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-004 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER III-D Preliminary Conference Order Court uploads proposed Preliminary Conference Order to NYSCEF after RJI filed. Part Clerk uploads letter with proposed order and date for submission. Party filing RJI must advise all other parties of submission deadline. If order not submitted by deadline, conference will be scheduled with personal appearances required. Executed Preliminary Conference Order sets specific dates for discovery items, Note of Issue filing, and Compliance Conference. No modifications of Court-set dates except by Court Order per 22 NYCRR §202.20-e.   ["preliminary-conference", "scheduling-orders", "discovery-scheduling"] ["22 NYCRR 202.20-e", "22 NYCRR 202.11", "22 NYCRR 202.12"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-005 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER III-E-G Compliance, Settlement, and Pre-Trial Conferences Compliance Conference conducted as directed in Preliminary Conference Order; Court will ensure discovery proceeded as scheduled and may conduct settlement conference at same time. Settlement Conference: counsel must be fully familiar and authorized to discuss all issues and enter binding settlements; parties (including adjusters) must be available by phone if not present. On or before Settlement Conference, must provide: marked pleadings; bills of particulars; medical narrative reports; expert disclosures per CPLR §3101(d); probable trial witnesses; prior decisions/orders. Court may meet with one side separately absent objection. Pre-Trial Conference before commencement of jury selection or non-jury trial; must provide: memoranda of law; Requests to Charge (PJI); Proposed Verdict Sheet; motions in limine (returnable on Pre-Trial Conference day, made on 7 days notice).   ["compliance-conference", "settlement-conferences", "pre-trial-conference"] ["CPLR 3101(d)", "22 NYCRR 202.26", "22 NYCRR 202.37"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-006 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER IV Motions/Orders to Show Cause/Temporary Restraining Orders Motions returnable on any Wednesday. Movants for summary judgment requested to submit Statement of Material Facts; opposition should respond thereto. Page limits: briefs/memoranda of law limited to 20 pages each; affirmations and affidavits limited to 15 pages each (page limits don't apply to evidentiary materials). Sur-reply papers not permitted per 22 NYCRR §202.8-c. No oral argument unless directed; parties may request by writing 'Oral Argument Requested' above index number. AI programs: all submissions must include attorney certification that either no AI was used in drafting, or that all AI-generated text was reviewed for accuracy and approved. Exhibits: plaintiffs designate by number; defendants designate by letter. References to exhibits over 3 pages must indicate page number cited; exhibits without consecutive page numbers must be bates-stamped. Unsigned deposition transcripts not considered on summary judgment motions. No more than 3 adjournments of any motion; total adjournment period not to exceed 60 days; no adjournment within 30 days of trial date.   ["hearing-procedures", "page-limits", "summary-judgment", "briefing-schedule", "adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR 202.8-a", "22 NYCRR 202.8-b", "22 NYCRR 202.8-c", "22 NYCRR 202.8-g", "CPLR 3116(a)"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-007 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER IV-D Discovery Related Motions THE COURT EXPECTS COMPLIANCE WITH 22 NYCRR §§202.20-e AND 202.20-f PRIOR TO PARTIES CONTACTING COURT. NO DISCOVERY MOTION IS TO BE MADE BY ANY PARTY UNLESS AUTHORIZED OR DIRECTED BY THE COURT. If parties cannot resolve discovery issue after compliance with 22 NYCRR §202.20-f (which requires in-person or telephonic consultation), they shall send joint letter via email or fax identifying outstanding issues; Court will determine whether conference is appropriate. CPLR §§3211 or 3212 motion prior to completion of discovery does not stay discovery.   ["discovery-disputes"] ["22 NYCRR 202.20-e", "22 NYCRR 202.20-f", "CPLR 3211", "CPLR 3212"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-008 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER VI Foreclosure Actions All motions in foreclosure actions must include proposed order for Court's signature as separate document. Motion templates mandated for residential foreclosure cases statewide must be used. Court requires certain paragraphs added to Orders of Reference and Judgments of Foreclosure per Appendices A-C. Substitution of Referee by letter, not formal motion. Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale on notice to all defendants per motion templates. Servicer information required on face of proposed Order of Reference and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale per legislation A.6976/S.4190. Working copies for foreclosure motions: only specific exhibits required (Notes, Affidavits of Service, Proof of Service per CPLR 3215(g), Referee's report, Military status investigation, Notice of pendency).   ["foreclosure"] ["CPLR 3215"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ACKER-009 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Christi J. Acker 125 NY-SC-9JD-ACKER VII Matrimonial Actions Preliminary Conferences held in person. Counsel must be familiar with 22 NYCRR §202.16 and DRL §236(B)(4). Prior to Preliminary Conference, parties must file and exchange documents per 22 NYCRR §202.16(f)(1) including Net Worth Statements, pay stubs, W-2 statements, tax returns, statements of accounts; Net Worth Statement working copy to Chambers. All motions in matrimonial actions MUST be made by Order to Show Cause; both parties and counsel must appear on return date. Pendente lite motion without net worth statement and calculations will be denied. Custody/access forensic evaluator reports are confidential; attorney must sign affirmation to receive copy; party may review but not possess copy. In all matrimonial actions, no later than 2 weeks prior to trial: statements of proposed disposition per 22 NYCRR §202.16(h); updated Net Worth Statements; neutral forensic reports. On first day of trial, submit marked pleadings; stipulation of relevant facts; exhibit list and pre-marked exhibits (plaintiff numbered, defendant lettered, exchanged 7 business days prior to Pre-Trial Conference); witness list; child support worksheet if applicable.   ["matrimonial", "preliminary-conference", "pre-trial-conference", "trial-procedures"] ["22 NYCRR 202.16", "DRL 236B(4)", "DRL 240(1-b)(h)"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
ADR-001 Presumptive ADR Program (PMP) Rules and Trial Scheduling Part Rules 11 NY-SC-11JD-PRESUMPTIVE-ADR-TSP   Program Eligibility and Scope The Presumptive ADR Program (PMP) is for matters that do NOT meet the requirements for either the Matrimonial or Commercial Division requirements. Parties to matters referred to the Presumptive ADR Program are entitled to a FREE ninety (90) minute mediation session provided by an experienced Program Mediator. The Presumptive Mediation Program shall include, but is not limited to: (1) Cases that do not meet the Commercial Division monetary threshold of $100,000; (2) Personal Injury matters including Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) cases; (3) Cases regarding employment agreement/restrictive covenants, unfair competition, wages and hours, employment discrimination, and workplace harassment; (4) Commercial real estate matters not involving Yellowstone injunctions; (5) Contract disputes; (6) Construction litigation; (7) Cases regarding Condominiums or Cooperative Apartments.   ["mediation", "case-management"] [] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
ADR-002 Presumptive ADR Program (PMP) Rules and Trial Scheduling Part Rules 11 NY-SC-11JD-PRESUMPTIVE-ADR-TSP   Referral Procedures Cases may be referred to Presumptive ADR Program by the presiding Judge assigned to the case, the Trial Scheduling Part (TSP) Judge, the Compliance Conference Judge, by the Administrative Judge or upon the request of the parties to the litigation. The Court has full power and discretion to direct parties to mediation. Parties seeking mediation shall obtain a Stipulation to Mediate and an Addendum to the Stipulation providing all contact information from the court webpage at qscadr@nycourts.gov.   ["mediation", "case-management"] [] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
ADR-003 Presumptive ADR Program (PMP) Rules and Trial Scheduling Part Rules 11 NY-SC-11JD-PRESUMPTIVE-ADR-TSP 1-4 Mediation Session Procedures Within five (5) days of receipt of the Order of Reference, the parties must: (a) complete the ADR Initiation form and email the same to the office of the ADR Coordinator at qscadr@nycourts.gov; (b) notify the ADR Coordinator of their selection of a Mediator; (c) consult with one another to select three mutually agreed-upon dates and times for the mediation session; (d) contact the Mediator and arrange the scheduling of a free 90-minute initial mediation session. The initial 90-minute mediation session must be scheduled and conducted within forty-five (45) days of the receipt of the Order of Reference.   ["mediation", "scheduling-orders"] [] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
ARP45-I-A Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL I.A Compliance with Commercial Division Rules Counsel are expected to be familiar with the Rules of the Commercial Division, 22 NYCRR § 202.70, and comply therewith. In the event that this Court's Practices and Procedures are silent, the Rules of the Commercial Division control.   ["commercial-division", "part-rules", "attorney-conduct"] ["22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.70"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-I-B Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL I.B Appearances – Presumption of In-Person; Remote Appearances The presumption is that counsel will appear in person. If one or more of the attorneys seek(s) to appear remotely for health, long distance travel, or other valid reasons, contact Part Clerk Lisa Morisi via e-mail and a Microsoft Teams link will be provided.   ["remote-hearings", "courtroom-procedures", "conference-procedures"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-II-B Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL II.B Requests to Adjourn an Appearance A request for an adjournment of an appearance shall be made in writing at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the appearance on notice to the other parties and filed on NYSCEF. Applications must state: (1) appearance date, (2) three proposed adjourned dates/times on consent, (3) reason, (4) number of prior adjournments, and (5) whether opposing parties consent or object. Absent explicit approval, the adjournment is not deemed granted.   ["adjournments", "scheduling-orders"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-II-C Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL II.C Requests to Adjourn a Motion Adjournments of motions are governed by Commercial Division Rule 16(c). Requests for adjournment of a dispositive motion shall be made in writing at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the return date on notice to the other parties and filed on NYSCEF. Applications must state: (1) return date, (2) proposed amended briefing schedule, (3) reason, (4) number of prior adjournments, and (5) consent status of opposing parties.   ["adjournments", "briefing-schedule"] ["Commercial Division Rule 16(c)"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-III-A Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL III.A Letters – Court Communications All communications with the Court shall be in writing and filed on NYSCEF, with copies simultaneously delivered to all counsel or self-represented parties. All correspondence must bear the full title and index number, indicate copies were sent to all counsel, and state the relief sought.   ["communication-preferences", "e-filing"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-IV-B Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL IV.B Courtesy Copies Absent a specific request, the Court does not require working copies of documents.   ["courtesy-copies", "e-filing"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-IX-C Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL IX.C E-Discovery Pursuant to Commercial Division Rule 11-c and Appendix A thereto, parties and non-parties are advised to consult the Commercial Division's Guidelines for Discovery of Electronically Stored Information (ESI). Parties are encouraged to execute a stipulation for the exchange of ESI at the outset of litigation.   ["e-discovery", "discovery-scheduling"] ["Commercial Division Rule 11-c", "Appendix A"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-IX-E Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL IX.E Privilege Logs and Rule 11-b Certifications The parties must serve privilege logs and Commercial Division Rule 11-b Certifications with all document productions, and compliance with Commercial Division Rule 11-e is mandatory. The parties must verify their satisfaction of Rule 11-e(d) by providing a Certification of the Responsible Attorney at least thirty (30) days prior to the close of fact discovery.   ["privilege-logs", "discovery-scheduling"] ["Commercial Division Rule 11-b", "Commercial Division Rule 11-e"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-VII Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL VII Document Sealing and Redacting Procedures Parties may not stipulate to seal or redact documents or information. Motions to seal and/or redact must be made by order to show cause. A movant must submit a memorandum of law and a sealing/redacting spreadsheet identifying each document by NYSCEF Docket Number with specific proposed categories (vague categories such as 'confidential business information' are inadequate). Unredacted documents must be filed under temporary seal with proposed redactions highlighted in yellow; a public copy must also be filed; and courtesy copies on flash drive and in hard copy must be delivered to the courtroom.   ["courtroom-procedures", "e-filing", "attorney-conduct"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-VIII-B Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL VIII.B Pre-Motion Conference Required Pursuant to Commercial Division Rule 24, any party seeking to make a motion (except as allowed by Rule 24) must file a written letter request for a pre-motion conference on notice to all parties and upload to NYSCEF. The letter may not exceed two (2) pages. All parties may serve and file a letter response, not to exceed two (2) pages, within two (2) business days.   ["hearing-procedures", "case-management"] ["Commercial Division Rule 24"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-VIII-G Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL VIII.G Motions for Summary Judgment All motions for summary judgment shall be accompanied by a Statement of Undisputed Facts complying with Commercial Division Rule 19-a. All opposing papers shall include a response to that statement. Motions for summary judgment must be served/filed within forty-five (45) days of the service/filing of the Note of Issue. Cross-motions for summary judgment are not permitted.   ["summary-judgment", "briefing-schedule"] ["Commercial Division Rule 19-a"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-X-A Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL X.A Preliminary Conference Prior to the scheduled Preliminary Conference, the parties shall meet and confer to jointly prepare a brief statement (not to exceed two pages) describing the facts and contentions, and a proposed Preliminary Conference Order using this Court's form. The parties shall submit the joint statement, proposed PCO, and Commercial Division Rule 10 Certification at least two (2) days prior via NYSCEF.   ["preliminary-conference", "conference-procedures"] ["Commercial Division Rules 8", "11", "10"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-X-B Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL X.B Trial Readiness Conference At the Trial Readiness Conference, the Court will expect that the parties report that all discovery is complete so that the Court may certify the case is ready for trial. If parties have not apprised the Court of any discovery issues since the Preliminary Conference, the Court may determine that all discovery not completed has been waived. Absent unusual circumstances, motions for summary judgment must be served/filed within forty-five (45) days of the filing of the Note of Issue.   ["pre-trial-conference", "note-of-issue", "summary-judgment"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-XI-B Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL XI.B Virtual Evidence Courtroom A Virtual Evidence Courtroom will be set up in NYSCEF for each trial/hearing. All proposed exhibits, exhibit charts, and proposed witness lists should be uploaded to the Virtual Evidence Courtroom. The Virtual Evidence Courtroom does not accept non-PDF documents; for non-PDF files (e.g., Excel, videos) the party shall file a slipsheet and provide the underlying files on a USB flash drive.   ["trial-procedures", "exhibits", "e-filing"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
ARP45-XI-C Part 45 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Anar Rathod Patel 175 NY-COMDIV-RATHOD-PATEL XI.C Pre-Trial Conference Three (3) business days prior to the Pre-Trial Conference the parties must e-file: (1) pre-trial memoranda of law; (2) all expert reports; (3) marked pleadings; (4) joint statement of stipulated facts and procedural history; (5) exhibit charts and proposed exhibits; (6) proposed witness lists; and (7) for jury trials, proposed jury charges and verdict sheets. Motions in limine shall be made in accordance with Commercial Division Rule 27 and returnable by no later than the Pre-Trial Conference date.   ["pre-trial-conference", "trial-procedures", "exhibits"] ["Commercial Division Rule 27"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-001 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD I.A Appearances by Counsel with Knowledge and Authority All counsel who appear before the Court must be familiar with the case and be fully authorized to enter into agreements as to both substantive and procedural matters on behalf of their clients. Attorneys appearing 'of counsel' to the attorneys of record and self-represented parties shall be held to the same requirements. All counsel and self-represented parties must be on time for all scheduled appearances.   ["part-rules", "attorney-conduct", "courtroom-procedures"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-002 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD I.B Settlements and Discontinuances If an action is settled, discontinued, or otherwise disposed of in any manner by the parties, counsel and self-represented parties shall immediately inform the Court by letter or email to the Part Clerks and Principal Law Clerk. Thereafter, counsel and self-represented parties shall timely file the appropriate stipulation through NYSCEF or by filing a Stipulation of Discontinuance with the Part Clerk, if not an e-filed case.   ["part-rules", "case-management"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-003 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD I.D Correspondence All correspondence to the court must bear the full Title and Index Number of the action and indicate that a copy was sent to all other counsel or self-represented litigant(s) simultaneous with transmittal to the court. In all e-filed cases, correspondence must be transmitted to the court via NYSCEF. Any ex-parte communication is strictly prohibited.   ["communication-preferences", "e-filing"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-004 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD II E-Filing Rules and Protocol Counsel for all parties shall familiarize themselves with the statewide E-Filing Rules §§ 202.5-b and 202.5-bb. All documents filed in mandatory e-filed cases are to be filed through NYSCEF. Working copies are required unless told otherwise by the Court. Working copies must include a copy of the NYSCEF Confirmation Notice firmly fastened to the front cover page and shall be mailed or hand-delivered so as to be received by chambers within 72 hours of submission by e-filing.   ["e-filing", "courtesy-copies"] ["22 NYCRR 202.5-b", "22 NYCRR 202.5-bb"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-005 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD III Motions and Orders to Show Cause All motions shall be made returnable on any Wednesday the Court is in session at 9:30 a.m. Unless otherwise advised by the Court, all motions are by submission only. A request for oral argument may be made on the first page of the Notice of Motion. No more than three adjournments for a total of 60 days are allowed. All communications regarding motions must be directed to the Part Clerks.   ["hearing-procedures", "adjournments", "briefing-schedule"] ["22 NYCRR 202.7(f)", "22 NYCRR 202.8"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-006 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD IV Preliminary Conference Upon a case assignment to this part, the Court will conduct a virtual preliminary conference to address the scheduling of trial and further court appearances and deadlines. At this virtual conference, the Court will set a schedule for motions in limine which will be fully submitted one month prior to the Pre-Trial Conference. At the conclusion of that conference, the Court will issue a trial scheduling order pursuant to §125.1 of the Rules of the Chief Administrative Judge.   ["preliminary-conference", "scheduling-orders", "conference-procedures"] ["Rules of the Chief Administrative Judge \u00a7125.1"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-007 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD V Settlement Conference The court encourages, and is available to facilitate, the settlement of all matters. Counsel attending the Settlement Conference must be fully familiar with the action and authorized to discuss all factual and legal issues presented by the litigation, settlement demands or offers, witness scheduling, and trial procedure. Counsel must also be authorized to enter into binding settlements on terms agreeable to the parties and to the Court.   ["settlement-conferences", "conference-procedures"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-008 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD VI Pre-Trial Conference A Pre-Trial Conference with all counsel and self-represented parties will be conducted before the commencement of jury selection or the non-jury trial. Approximately one month prior to the Pre-Trial Conference, counsel must provide the Court and opposing counsel with a trial notebook containing: copies of all prior decisions or orders, list of all witnesses, copy of each exhibit, trial memorandum, requests to charge, and proposed verdict sheet.   ["pre-trial-conference", "trial-procedures", "exhibits"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-009 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD IV.A-M Trial Practice Rules Counsel shall ascertain the availability of all witnesses and subpoenaed documents before trial. All counsel shall meet with the assigned Official Stenographer to pre-mark all exhibits for identification. If argument on an objection is necessary, counsel shall ask permission to approach the bench for a sidebar. At the conclusion of trial, counsel must e-file exhibits admitted into evidence and all materials must be removed from the courtroom within 48 hours.   ["trial-procedures", "exhibits", "courtroom-procedures"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-010 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD V Virtual Proceeding Rules All in person court rules apply equally to virtual court proceedings. No party or attorney may record any virtual court proceeding, including video, photographs and/or screenshots. No individual may be physically present in the same room as a party or witness, except for counsel. Counsel, parties and witnesses must be aware that all Teams messaging is public and persistent.   ["remote-hearings", "courtroom-procedures"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BLACKWOOD-011 Individual Part Rules of Hon. Helen M. Blackwood, A.J.S.C. 143 NY-SC-9JD-BLACKWOOD VI Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Counsel and any self-represented party must disclose to the court if any portion of their written submission to the Court was generated by any form of artificial intelligence and if so, what portion thereof utilized this form of technology.   ["attorney-conduct", "part-rules"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BORROK53-2 Part 53 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Andrew Borrok (revised June 16, 2025) 189 NY-COMDIV-BORROK ¶2 Virtual, Hybrid, and In-Person Appearances Part 53 accommodates in person, hybrid and fully virtual appearances. Virtual appearances are supported on the Unified Court System's approved TEAMS platform. All appearances are scheduled as in person. Please email the Part Clerk at least 48 hours in advance if you intend to appear virtually so that a TEAMS link can be forwarded.   ["remote-hearings", "courtroom-procedures"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
BORROK53-3 Part 53 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Andrew Borrok (revised June 16, 2025) 189 NY-COMDIV-BORROK ¶3 Communications with Part 53 All scheduling and technology inquiries should be emailed to the Part Clerk. All other inquiries (including requests for adjournment) should be emailed to Chambers. When motions are fully submitted (including those without opposition), please email the Part Clerk to have those motions scheduled. Justice Borrok, his Law Clerks, and Part Clerk may not engage in any ex parte communications.   ["communication-preferences", "attorney-conduct"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
BORROK53-7 Part 53 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Andrew Borrok (revised June 16, 2025) 189 NY-COMDIV-BORROK ¶7 Paperless Part – No Courtesy Copies Part 53 is a paperless part. Working or courtesy copies of motions and related documents are not accepted by email or otherwise except with prior permission of the Court for in camera review or other lawful purpose. However, counsel may bring working copies to in person appearances. Please do not email or send copies of documents that were e-filed other than proposed Orders and Stipulations requiring the Court's signature (which must be sent in both PDF and MS Word format).   ["courtesy-copies", "e-filing"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
BORROK53-DEMO Part 53 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Andrew Borrok (revised June 16, 2025) 189 NY-COMDIV-BORROK ¶8 Demonstrative Evidence – Prior Approval Required The use of demonstrative evidence, including charts, graphs, and large contract language, video depositions, and electronic media devices require prior approval from the Court. Requests shall be made at least one week before the scheduled appearance date by email to Chambers explaining the need and including a copy of the proposed demonstrative, with all counsel cc'd.   ["trial-procedures", "courtroom-procedures"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
BORROK53-EFILING Part 53 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Andrew Borrok (revised June 16, 2025) 189 NY-COMDIV-BORROK E-Filing §1 NYSCEF Mandatory E-Filing All cases in Part 53 are required to be electronically filed through NYSCEF. All e-filed documents must be text-searchable. All electronically submitted memoranda of law must contain bookmarks pursuant to Commercial Division Rule 6. Submission of documents containing hyperlinks is required. eTrack registration is required for all Part 53 cases.   ["e-filing"] ["Commercial Division Rule 6"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
BORROK53-TRIALS Part 53 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Andrew Borrok (revised June 16, 2025) 189 NY-COMDIV-BORROK ¶9 Trial Scheduling Trials are scheduled following adjudication of all motions including motions in limine.   ["trial-settings"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
BRADY-001 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY COURT-COMM-1-6 Court Communications and Appearances All petitions and motions emailed to virtualorangefamilycourt@nycourts.gov. Proposed orders and letters to Chambers sent to 9JD-JudgeBrady@nycourts.gov. All retained counsel file Notice of Appearance with Part Clerk at or before first appearance. All communication must be in writing (email, letter, or fax); phone contact discouraged as chambers cannot have ex parte conversations. All emails (except contact info or confirming date) must be copied to all parties. All Court appearances are in person; virtual appearances allowed only in very limited circumstances upon written request at least 48 hours in advance. Virtual appearances are NOT permitted for hearings or trials.   ["communication-preferences", "attorney-conduct", "remote-hearings", "e-filing"] [] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRADY-002 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY COURT-ATTY-1-3 Court Attorney Communication and Conferences Court Attorney should not be contacted for adjournment requests, virtual appearance requests, or status updates on Orders. Email to Court Attorney (arsalte@nycourts.gov) encouraged for settlement negotiations with all parties copied. Court Attorney available for settlement assistance before trial or on trial dates; will not meet with only attorneys if any unrepresented litigants are present.   ["communication-preferences", "settlement-conferences"] [] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRADY-003 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY ADJOURNMENTS-1-5 Adjournments DO NOT CALL Chambers for adjournment requests. All requests emailed to 9JD-JudgeBrady@nycourts.gov at least 48 hours prior, in writing, copied to all parties. Must state: reason; whether opposing party consents or objects; length sought; and available date. Medical adjournments require doctor's note. Engagement adjournments require Affirmation of Actual Engagement per 22 NYCRR §125.1. ALL adjournments must be approved by Court even if consented. Requesting party must notify all parties of new date with proof of notification.   ["adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR 125.1"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRADY-004 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY MOTIONS-1-4 Petitions/Orders to Show Cause/Motions All petitions, OSC, and motions filed with Clerk's office (hard copy or through virtualorangefamilycourt@nycourts.gov). Strict CPLR compliance required; Notice of Motion and Affidavit of Service must accompany all motion papers. Appearances generally not required on motion return date. Oral argument must be requested in Notice of Motion and granted at Court's discretion.   ["hearing-procedures"] ["CPLR", "FCA"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRADY-005 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY EVALUATIONS-1-5 Evaluations Requests for mental health and forensic evaluations must be made at preliminary appearance or first appearance with counsel. Payment issues addressed at same time. Trial dates will NOT be adjourned for failure to timely request evaluations. Court receives original copy; copies available to counsel and Attorney for Child upon executing affirmation. Reports never to be shown to clients without Court permission. Forensic/mental health reports admitted at trial only upon consent of all parties, or by subpoena and calling evaluator as witness.   ["matrimonial", "trial-procedures"] ["FCA \u00a7351.1"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRADY-006 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY TRIAL-1-5 Trial Procedure Trial dates are firm. Parties must be prepared to proceed day-to-day until conclusion; Court endeavors to complete trials within 2 weeks. All exhibits must be in hard copy; no electronic exhibit submissions. Video/audio on USB flash drive. Absolutely NO exhibits uploaded to NYSCEF. Photographs, texts, emails, social media posts must be exchanged at least 10 days prior to trial or will not be admitted. Professional witnesses may testify out of order upon consent.   ["trial-procedures", "exhibits"] ["CPLR 2306", "CPLR 2307"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRADY-007 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY PROPOSED-ORDERS Proposed Orders Part Clerk provides submission date for proposed Order. Failure to timely submit may lead to ordered appearance or sanctions. Proposed Orders submitted electronically to 9JD-JudgeBrady@nycourts.gov with all parties copied. Signed Orders emailed back if received electronically. Hard copy submissions must include self-addressed stamped envelope. Counter-proposed Orders must have cover letter detailing proposed changes. All Orders on notice must contain affidavit of service and Notice of Settlement per 22 NYCRR 202.48.   ["scheduling-orders"] ["22 NYCRR 202.48"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRADY-008 Part Rules – Hon. Amanda B. Brady, J.F.C. 115 NY-FC-9JD-BRADY ADOPTIONS Adoptions/Guardianships Only official OCA forms accepted for filing. All adoption and guardianship petitions filed directly with Family Court Clerk's Office in full compliance with 22 NYCRR §205.53 and Article 7 of the Domestic Relations Law. Court notifies petitioner in writing of any additional information required; failure to timely provide results in automatic dismissal.   ["case-management"] ["22 NYCRR 205.53", "DRL Article 7"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BRANDS-001 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS APPEARANCES Appearances Within ten (10) days of written notification of this Part's assignment to a case, or written notification of a Preliminary Conference, whichever shall first occur, each attorney shall file a record of appearance with chambers including the attorney's name, firm affiliation, mailing address, telephone and facsimile number as well as the party represented, and a written acknowledgment that counsel is familiar with these Part Rules.   ["part-rules", "attorney-conduct"] ["22 NYCRR 130-2.1", "22 NYCRR 202.27"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BRANDS-002 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS PRELIMINARY CONFERENCES Preliminary Conferences A party may request a preliminary conference any time after issue has been joined. In any event, the Court will schedule a preliminary conference within forty-five (45) days after an RJI has been filed on a matter. A form stipulation and order shall be provided to the parties which shall establish a timetable for discovery. If all parties sign the stipulation and return it to chambers prior to the scheduled conference, appearances will not be required at the preliminary conference.   ["preliminary-conference", "discovery-scheduling", "scheduling-orders"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BRANDS-003 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS FORECLOSURE ACTIONS Foreclosure Actions Any court-ordered foreclosure sale shall be held in the rear lobby of the Dutchess County Courthouse, 10 Market Street, Poughkeepsie, New York 12601 at 2:30p.m.   ["foreclosure"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BRANDS-004 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS MATRIMONIAL ACTIONS Matrimonial Actions No later than ten (10) days prior to preliminary conference in any matrimonial action, each party shall file and serve copies of the following documents: retainer agreement; net worth statement; most recent paystub and income tax return. Parties must be present at the preliminary conference.   ["matrimonial", "preliminary-conference"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BRANDS-005 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS COMPLIANCE CONFERENCE Compliance Conference The preliminary conference order shall provide a date and time for the parties to appear at compliance conference. At the compliance conference, the Court will ensure that discovery is proceeding as scheduled. Unless a note of issue has been earlier filed, the Court shall direct a date as the deadline for filing a note of issue and certificate of readiness.   ["compliance-conference", "discovery-scheduling", "note-of-issue"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BRANDS-006 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS PRETRIAL CONFERENCE Pretrial Conference and Expert Disclosure Within 45 days of the filing of a note of issue, the Court shall schedule a Pretrial Conference. At the pretrial conference, the Court shall establish a deadline for the exchange of expert witness information pursuant to CPLR §3101(d)(1) which shall, in no event, be later than ninety (90) days before trial for the party bearing the burden of proof on that issue.   ["pre-trial-conference", "note-of-issue"] ["CPLR \u00a73101(d)(1)"] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BRANDS-007 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS MOTIONS Motion Practice Motions are returnable on any day of the week. There will be no appearances unless specifically stated by the court. DO NOT SUBMIT COURTESY COPIES. MOTION PAPERS MUST BE BOUND TOGETHER. Summary Judgment or other dispositive motions must be made within 60 days after filing the note of issue. Working copies are required and shall be received by Chambers on or before the return date.   ["summary-judgment", "courtesy-copies", "adjournments"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BRANDS-008 Part Rules of Honorable James V. Brands 145 NY-SC-9JD-BRANDS TAX-CERT Tax Certiorari / Condemnation Part Rules Article 7 (Tax Cert) petitions are to be filed with the Dutchess County Clerk. There are to be no appearances before this Court on the return date of the petition. Calendar calls for new matters filed in Dutchess County are held throughout each month on Tuesdays and Thursdays. At the preliminary conference a discovery, stipulation and order will be generated setting forth dates for discovery demands and responses. All court ordered discovery and trial dates are to be strictly complied with and any adjournments must be by permission of the court for good cause shown.   ["tax-certiorari", "preliminary-conference", "trial-procedures"] [] 9 Dutchess supreme part_rules
BROGE-001 Part Rules – Hon. Brett Broge, J.S.C. 122 NY-SC-9JD-BROGE I Communications with the Court Correspondence to Court shall be by letter copied to all counsel and self-represented parties, bearing case name and index number, indicating copies were sent. Correspondence between counsel shall not be copied to Court. Must be e-filed in electronically filed cases; in paper cases mailed or emailed (PDF) to both Part Clerk and Assistant Law Clerk. Requests for Court action by letter filed to NYSCEF only. Telephone calls only for situations requiring immediate attention. Fax transmissions: no fax in e-filed cases unless directed; cover sheet required; no fax over 5 pages without Court consent.   ["communication-preferences", "e-filing"] [] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROGE-002 Part Rules – Hon. Brett Broge, J.S.C. 122 NY-SC-9JD-BROGE II-A-B Calendar Call & Preliminary Conference Calendar called at 9:15 a.m. Counsel with conflicting appearances must notify Court and opposing party the day before. Virtual conferences by Microsoft Teams as directed by Court only. Matrimonial litigants appear with counsel for all conferences. Notify Court 7 days prior if translator/interpreter required. Preliminary Conference: for e-filed cases, Part Clerk uploads Court Notice to NYSCEF; for paper cases, party filing RJI gives written notice to all parties. Counsel referred to 22 NYCRR 202.12(c) and/or 202.23. Matrimonial matters: documents provided 48 hours prior including pleadings (paper cases), Family/County Court Orders, Net Worth Statement, tax returns (3 years), 3 current pay stubs, retainer agreement. Mental health evaluation reports released to attorneys upon execution of standard release form; may be reviewed with litigants in presence of attorneys but no copies given to litigants.   ["preliminary-conference", "matrimonial", "conference-procedures", "remote-hearings"] ["22 NYCRR 202.12(c)", "22 NYCRR 202.23"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROGE-003 Part Rules – Hon. Brett Broge, J.S.C. 122 NY-SC-9JD-BROGE II-C-F Discovery, Settlement, and Adjournment of Conferences Discovery disputes: addressed between parties prior to Compliance Conference per Rule 202.20. If unable to resolve after good faith effort, contact Part Clerk for scheduling conference; conference required before filing discovery motion. Further conferences as directed by Court. Settlement conference held no less than one month prior to scheduled trial date; counsel attending must be fully familiar and authorized for settlement. No less than 7 days prior to settlement conference, plaintiff submits copies of all bills of particulars; each party submits letter on position. Adjournment of conferences: requests by letter filed to NYSCEF (e-filed) or emailed to Part Clerk and all counsel (paper); must be received no later than 24 hours prior; must state reason, consent/objection, at least 3 mutually-agreeable dates not less than 2 weeks after scheduled date. Court will not grant two consecutive adjournments absent emergency.   ["discovery-disputes", "settlement-conferences", "adjournments", "compliance-conference"] ["22 NYCRR 202.20", "22 NYCRR 202.1", "22 NYCRR 202.10"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROGE-004 Part Rules – Hon. Brett Broge, J.S.C. 122 NY-SC-9JD-BROGE III Motions/Orders to Show Cause/TROs Counsel must be familiar with 22 NYCRR 202.8-a et seq. Written applications by Notice of Motion may be made returnable on any day. NO PAPER OR WORKING COPIES OF E-FILED MOTION PAPERS NEED BE SUBMITTED. Summary judgment motions within 90 days of filing Note of Issue; discovery NOT stayed during pendency of summary judgment motion unless Court orders otherwise. All motion papers and OSC must be typewritten, double-spaced, front-faced only. Summary judgment motions shall conform to 22 NYCRR 202.8-g; Statement of Material Facts not required but if filed, opposing papers must include line-by-line response. Each motion exhibit uploaded as separate PDF with description; plaintiff exhibits numbered, defendant exhibits lettered; exhibits bookmarked. Sur-replies not permitted without express leave. Replies to cross-motions or OSC not accepted without advance leave. TRO must be brought by OSC with request noted in bold on face page, with proof of advance notice or affidavit of why notice inappropriate; except in emergencies, advance notice means at least 24 hours. Motions may be adjourned once on consent within 4 weeks of original date.   ["hearing-procedures", "summary-judgment", "e-filing", "adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR 202.8-a", "22 NYCRR 202.8-g", "CPLR 3214(b)"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROGE-005 Part Rules – Hon. Brett Broge, J.S.C. 122 NY-SC-9JD-BROGE IV Decisions and Orders Orders/judgments submitted for signature on notice must include Affidavit of Service and Notice of Settlement per 22 NYCRR 202.48; orders based on stipulation on the record shall attach copy of transcript. Qualified Domestic Relations Orders must include copy of Judgment of Divorce and relevant portions of Stipulation. Orders containing child support provisions must include modification notice language per DRL 236-b[7]. Every Judgment of Divorce shall include full, unredacted social security numbers of parties.   ["scheduling-orders", "matrimonial"] ["22 NYCRR 202.48", "DRL 236-b(7)", "DRL 240-c(5)(b)"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROGE-006 Part Rules – Hon. Brett Broge, J.S.C. 122 NY-SC-9JD-BROGE VI Pre-Trial and Trial Matters Note of Issue filed via NYSCEF or County Clerk. Trial notebook required not later than 1 week prior to trial: marked pleadings per CPLR §4012; pre-trial memorandum; witness list; exhibits with descriptions (no medical records needed); preliminary requests to charge (PJI numbers); joint verdict sheet. Motions in limine no later than 1 week before trial. For matrimonial matters, no later than 1 week prior to trial: statements of proposed disposition per 22 NYCRR 202.16(h); updated Net Worth Statements; forensic reports. Proof of CPLR 2306/2307 compliance required for subpoenas to municipal entities; all HIPAA subpoenas must attach duly executed authorization. Notify Court 60 days prior if interpreter required at trial.   ["trial-procedures", "exhibits", "note-of-issue", "matrimonial"] ["22 NYCRR 202.16(h)", "CPLR 4012", "CPLR 2306", "CPLR 2307"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROGE-007 Part Rules – Hon. Brett Broge, J.S.C. 122 NY-SC-9JD-BROGE III-7-M Matrimonial Motions Each pendente lite motion must include: statutory calculation for guideline amount of temporary maintenance per DRL 236B(5-a)(c); and current net worth statement. Each motion or OSC seeking modification of support must include current net worth statement or will be rejected. Pendente lite applications shall NOT be made by OSC without good cause shown. Forensic mental health reports released to attorneys upon execution of standard release form; may be reviewed with litigants but no copies given to litigants.   ["matrimonial", "hearing-procedures"] ["DRL 236B(5-a)(c)"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROWN-001 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Craig Stephen Brown 126 NY-SC-9JD-BROWN I Communications with the Court Correspondence to Court copied to all counsel and self-represented parties; not to copy Court on correspondence between counsel unless directed. All correspondence must bear case name and Index, Indictment, or SCI Number. For e-filed cases, correspondence must be electronically filed and faxed or mailed to Chambers. Fax transmissions: no fax over 10 pages absent prior approval; must identify case, index number, page count; faxes to Court must be sent contemporaneously to all parties. Email: Court does not accept legal papers or correspondence by email unless specifically approved or directed; courtesy copy email does NOT obviate requirement of hard copy working copy. Discovery issues or other matters requiring judicial intervention must be notified to Court in writing to schedule conference.   ["communication-preferences", "e-filing"] [] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROWN-002 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Craig Stephen Brown 126 NY-SC-9JD-BROWN II Calendar Call & Conferences Regular calendar called at 9:15 a.m. Only counsel fully familiar with case to appear. Bench decisions: party seeking written order must submit proposed order with copy of transcript; signed order filed in Orange County Clerk's Office by Court. Preliminary Conference: Part Clerk notifies RJI-filing party of conference date; appearances mandatory; discovery may be expedited in third party, joint, and consolidated actions. Foreclosure: Contested matters directed to preliminary conference after release from Foreclosure Settlement Conference Part; uncontested matters: Note of Issue within 10 days and Order of Reference within 30 days. Discovery disputes: must notify Court in writing for conference scheduling; discovery motions automatically converted to conference; parties shall not copy Court on correspondence re: discovery issues unless requested.   ["conference-procedures", "preliminary-conference", "compliance-conference", "discovery-disputes", "foreclosure"] ["22 NYCRR 202.12", "22 NYCRR 202.16", "22 NYCRR 202.7"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROWN-003 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Craig Stephen Brown 126 NY-SC-9JD-BROWN II-F-G Pre-Trial/Settlement Conferences and Adjournments Pre-Trial and Settlement conferences may be conducted in Chambers. Failure to appear may result in striking of pleadings; formal motion for relief from sanctions required. Counsel attending must be fully familiar with case and have full authority to settle. Associates, 'of counsel', per diem, and covering counsel held to this rule. Actual parties or insurance claim representatives must be available in person or by telephone. Financial sanctions may be imposed for failure to adhere. Adjournments: requests for conferences discouraged; request in writing by fax to Part Clerk (copied to all counsel) no later than 2:30 p.m. day prior; must state reason, consent/objection, at least 3 proposed dates; Court will notify; request not effective unless approved even if on consent. Trial/fact finding/hearing adjournment requests after scheduling will not be entertained absent extraordinary good cause; Court will not adjourn trial dates once selected absent exigent circumstances.   ["settlement-conferences", "pre-trial-conference", "adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR 130-2.1", "22 NYCRR 202.27"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROWN-004 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Craig Stephen Brown 126 NY-SC-9JD-BROWN III Motions/Orders to Show Cause/Temporary Restraining Orders Written applications by Notice of Motion returnable on any day. Summary judgment motions within 45 days of filing Note of Issue; discovery NOT stayed during pendency of summary judgment or motion to dismiss unless Court orders. All motion papers must be typewritten, double-spaced, securely bound and legible; exhibits legible with external tab markings; official citations only. Page limits: briefs/memoranda limited to 30 pages; affirmations/affidavits limited to 25 pages; papers in violation may be disregarded. Self-addressed stamped envelopes required with all motions and opposition papers except electronically filed. TRO: OSC must indicate request in bold on face page with proof of advance notice (min 24 hours) or explanation why notice inappropriate. Sur-replies and replies to cross-motions not permitted without express leave. No oral argument except for contempt motions unless directed by Court. Motions may be adjourned on consent within 4 weeks of original return date; Part Clerk must be notified; no adjournments within 90 days of trial date.   ["hearing-procedures", "summary-judgment", "page-limits", "adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR 202.8", "CPLR 3214(b)"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROWN-005 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Craig Stephen Brown 126 NY-SC-9JD-BROWN V E-Filing All actions subject to e-filing requirements must be filed through NYSCEF. All submissions including proposed orders, proposed judgments, and letters must be electronically filed. Hard copy submissions require Notice of Hard Copy Submission per 22 NYCRR §202.5-b(d)(1)(iii). Working copies: this Part requires working copies for ALL electronic submissions; must include NYSCEF Confirmation Notice as front cover page; delivered or mailed to Chambers no later than 3rd business day following e-filing on NYSCEF.   ["e-filing", "courtesy-copies"] ["22 NYCRR 202.5-b"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROWN-006 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Craig Stephen Brown 126 NY-SC-9JD-BROWN VI Pre-Trial and Trial Matters Note of Issue filed with County Clerk with copy to Chambers. Trial notebook required no later than 5 business days prior to scheduled trial date; must include: marked pleadings; statement of relevant facts (disputed and undisputed); pre-trial memorandum; witness list; exhibit list; preliminary requests to charge (PJI numbers); proposed joint verdict sheet in final form with electronic version in Word/WordPerfect format emailed to jmartini@nycourts.gov. Evidentiary objections: not later than 3 business days prior to trial, each counsel provides statement of factual basis and authority for any objection; failure may be deemed consent to admission. Witnesses: unlisted witnesses may not testify without adequate explanation; professional witnesses and public employees may testify out of order. Exchange of expert reports: 60 days prior to trial, each counsel provides copy of expert reports. Bifurcation required in personal injury actions per 22 NYCRR 202.42. Jury selection by 'Whites Method' per Appendix E of Uniform Rules.   ["trial-procedures", "exhibits", "note-of-issue", "pre-trial-conference", "trial-settings"] ["22 NYCRR 202.42", "22 NYCRR 202.31", "22 NYCRR 202.33", "CPLR 4012"] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BROWN-007 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Craig Stephen Brown 126 NY-SC-9JD-BROWN VII Settled and Discontinued Cases Counsel must notify Court by facsimile and where appropriate by e-filing of settlement or withdrawal of any action immediately upon settlement or withdrawal. Copy of signed Stipulation of Discontinuance which has (or will be) submitted to County Clerk shall be submitted to Part Clerk so matter may be marked disposed.   ["settlement-conferences"] [] 9 Orange supreme part_rules
BURKE-001 Part Rules – Hon. Allison E. Burke, J.F.C. 117 NY-FC-9JD-BURKE GENERAL General Rules of Conduct All attorneys and parties must be on time and ready to proceed. Cases may be dismissed or proceed to inquest if counsel or parties not present when called. Counsel must speak with clients in advance of every court appearance. For permanency hearings, Attorney for the Child must notify parties 10 days in advance whether child is asserting participation right per FCA §1090-a. All filings per current Administrative Orders and 22 NYCRR §205.1 et seq. Counsel must notify Court 10 business days before appearance if interpreter needed.   ["attorney-conduct", "courtroom-procedures"] ["FCA \u00a71090-a", "22 NYCRR 205.1"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BURKE-002 Part Rules – Hon. Allison E. Burke, J.F.C. 117 NY-FC-9JD-BURKE CORRESPONDENCE Correspondence/Communication with the Court Communication must be in writing. Phone limited to non-substantive administrative issues with part secretary only. No ex parte communications except for OSC for signature; all other correspondence must be copied to all counsel and self-represented parties with file number and next appearance date. Court does not permit litigation by email/letter. Requests for interim conference limited to situations where good-faith efforts to resolve failed and matter is time sensitive.   ["communication-preferences"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BURKE-003 Part Rules – Hon. Allison E. Burke, J.F.C. 117 NY-FC-9JD-BURKE ADJOURNMENTS Requests for Adjournments All adjournments must be approved by Court even when all parties consent. Requests must be in writing and emailed to VirtualWestchesterFamilyCourtNewRochelle@nycourts.gov with copy to Judge Burke's secretary and Part Clerk. If no response, assume denied and appear. Non-consensual adjournments only with affirmation of prior engagement per 22 NYCRR §125.1. Absent exigent circumstances, requests must be made at least 7 days prior to appearance. All temporary orders extended through next court date.   ["adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR 125.1"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BURKE-004 Part Rules – Hon. Allison E. Burke, J.F.C. 117 NY-FC-9JD-BURKE VIRTUAL Requests for Virtual Appearance Counsel and parties expected to appear in person unless directed otherwise. Any request for virtual appearance must be made at least 72 hours in advance in writing. If no response, assume denied and appear in person.   ["remote-hearings"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BURKE-005 Part Rules – Hon. Allison E. Burke, J.F.C. 117 NY-FC-9JD-BURKE FACT-FINDING Fact-Finding Hearings All exhibits must be pre-marked. Trial subpoenas to libraries, hospitals, municipal corporations must be 'So Ordered' (judicial subpoena) per CPLR §§2306 and 2307, served 3 days before production date, and served on all counsel after service on witness. Motion for judicial subpoena on 1 day's notice to custodian, at least 7 days before fact-finding. Trial Notebook required no less than 3 weeks before first trial date, containing: Witness List (with name, address, phone, offer of proof); Exhibit List with copies of pre-marked proposed exhibits (Petitioner numbered, Respondent lettered, AFC designated AFC 1,2,3, etc.); Motions in Limine at least 2 weeks prior to trial. Pre-trial conference (virtual) with Court Attorney 2 weeks prior to trial.   ["trial-procedures", "exhibits", "pre-trial-conference", "scheduling-orders"] ["CPLR 2302(b)", "CPLR 2303(a)", "CPLR 2306", "CPLR 2307"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BURKE-006 Part Rules – Hon. Allison E. Burke, J.F.C. 117 NY-FC-9JD-BURKE MOTIONS Notices of Motion Motions filed with Clerk's Office in New Rochelle, returnable per CPLR §408 and §2214. Generally returnable on matter's next scheduled appearance unless otherwise directed. Return date may not be adjourned without Court consent. Sur-replies not permitted without specific Court permission. Cross-motions seeking only denial of original motion not recognized as independent motions.   ["hearing-procedures"] ["CPLR 408", "CPLR 2214"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BURKE-007 Part Rules – Hon. Allison E. Burke, J.F.C. 117 NY-FC-9JD-BURKE FORENSIC Mental Health Evaluations/Forensic Evaluations Requests for forensic evaluations made on or before first conference except for good cause. Parties with retained counsel pay 100% of private pay cost for own evaluation and 50% for child(ren) unless Court directs otherwise after reviewing FDA. Forensic evaluation admitted as Court's Order for Release as a court exhibit subject to cross-examination of evaluator. Copies not released directly to parties under any circumstances.   ["matrimonial"] ["County Law \u00a7722-c", "22 NYCRR Part 623"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
BUTLER-001 Civil Term – Part Rules Part 12 – Justice Denis J. Butler 17 NY-SC-11JD-BUTLER   Communication Rules NO TELEPHONE INQUIRIES CONCERNING MOTIONS OR APPLICATIONS SHALL BE MADE TO CHAMBERS. Any communication to chambers shall be by e-mail only and may not be made ex-parte, but shall include all parties. NO CORRESPONDENCE OR PAPERS SHALL BE MAILED TO CHAMBERS FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER. ANY SUCH CORRESPONDENCE OR PAPERS WILL NOT BE READ OR OPENED BUT WILL BE DISCARDED.   ["communication-preferences", "attorney-conduct"] [] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
BUTLER-002 Civil Term – Part Rules Part 12 – Justice Denis J. Butler 17 NY-SC-11JD-BUTLER   Electronic Filing All cases in Part 12 MUST be filed electronically through the New York State Courts E-Filing (NYSCEF) system, including all motions, petitions and applications. Parties and/or their attorneys are required to register for 'eTrack' service for all Part 12 cases. Part 12 does not notify litigants of upcoming appearances. All e-filed documents must be text searchable. Each exhibit must be e-filed under its own document number and include a short label identifying the nature of the exhibit.   ["e-filing"] ["22 NYCRR \u00a7\u00a7202.5-b or 202.5-bb"] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
BUTLER-003 Civil Term – Part Rules Part 12 – Justice Denis J. Butler 17 NY-SC-11JD-BUTLER   Motion Practice and Submission Forms All motions and petitions shall be made returnable in Part 12 of this Courthouse on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. All calendars in Part 12 remain submission only. For all e-filed cases, the movant/cross-movant or petitioner must complete and e-mail a motion submission form to QSCPart12@nycourts.gov no later than 48 business hours prior to 9:30 a.m. of the calendar date of the motion. Failure to timely file a motion submission form shall result in the motion being marked 'off-calendar, no appearance movant.'   ["hearing-procedures"] [] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
BUTLER-004 Civil Term – Part Rules Part 12 – Justice Denis J. Butler 17 NY-SC-11JD-BUTLER   Discovery Motion Restrictions No discovery motions shall be made prior to the holding of both a Preliminary Conference and Compliance Conference, and proof that such conferences were held shall be submitted with the motion. No discovery-related motion shall be made prematurely or without an affirmation of good faith that fully meets the requirements of 22 NYCRR § 202.7.   ["discovery-disputes", "preliminary-conference", "compliance-conference"] ["22 NYCRR \u00a7202.7"] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
BUTLER-005 Civil Term – Part Rules Part 12 – Justice Denis J. Butler 17 NY-SC-11JD-BUTLER   Trials Trials will be conducted on a continuing day-to-day basis until conclusion. No adjournments or delays during trial will be accepted, unless exigent circumstances exist. All actions are generally bifurcated. The court expects the parties to be prepared to proceed to trial on damages immediately following a plaintiff's verdict on liability. Pre-trial conferences will be held prior to every trial.   ["trial-procedures", "pre-trial-conference"] [] 11 Queens supreme part_rules
CAPONE-001 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Gina C. Capone, Putnam County Supreme Court 141 NY-SC-9JD-CAPONE I.A Correspondence Correspondence to the Court shall, without exception, be copied to all adversary counsel and pro se litigants. In e-filed cases, all correspondence shall be uploaded to NYSCEF. Correspondence between counsel and/or pro se litigants shall not be copied to the Court unless there is some specific judicial purpose to be served. Faxes, emails, and letters addressing substantive non-procedural matters will not be considered by the Court.   ["communication-preferences", "e-filing"] [] 9 Putnam supreme part_rules
CAPONE-002 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Gina C. Capone, Putnam County Supreme Court 141 NY-SC-9JD-CAPONE I.C No Litigation by Letter The Court does NOT permit litigation by way of letter or email correspondence to the Court, or by way of being copied on letter and/or email correspondence by and between counsel. The Court will disregard any communications sent lacking clear need for a response from the Court.   ["communication-preferences", "attorney-conduct"] [] 9 Putnam supreme part_rules
CAPONE-003 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Gina C. Capone, Putnam County Supreme Court 141 NY-SC-9JD-CAPONE II E-Filing Rules and Protocol Counsel and pro se litigants shall familiarize themselves with the statewide E-Filing Rules and the Putnam County and Supreme Courts E-Filing Protocols. Working copies not accepted pursuant to Administrative Order 267/20.   ["e-filing", "courtesy-copies"] ["22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.5-b", "22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.5-bb"] 9 Putnam supreme part_rules
CAPONE-004 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Gina C. Capone, Putnam County Supreme Court 141 NY-SC-9JD-CAPONE III.A Conference General Rules Counsel, including per diem covering counsel and pro se litigants, must appear on time, be fully familiar with the action(s) on which they appear, be authorized and prepared to discuss all factual and legal issues presented by the litigation and settlement demands or offers, and be authorized to enter into any agreement on behalf of their client. In matrimonial actions, attorneys are to appear with their clients for all conferences unless appearances are dispensed with by the Court. In non-matrimonial actions, parties need not appear for conferences unless directed by the Court.   ["conference-procedures", "attorney-conduct", "matrimonial"] ["22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.1"] 9 Putnam supreme part_rules
CAPONE-005 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Gina C. Capone, Putnam County Supreme Court 141 NY-SC-9JD-CAPONE III.B Adjournments A request to adjourn a conference must be made in writing by letter uploaded to NYSCEF (e-filed cases) or email (paper cases) at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled conference unless there is an actual emergency. All applications must be sent to all parties and must set forth: (1) reason for adjournment; (2) that opposing parties have been notified and whether they consent or object; and (3) length of adjournment sought or, if on consent, a date all parties are available. The parties should not assume that the request for adjournment has been granted unless specifically advised by the Court.   ["adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.23"] 9 Putnam supreme part_rules
CLERKIN-001 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Diane M. Clerkin, J.S.C., Westchester County Supreme Court 133 NY-SC-9JD-CLERKIN II.A Governing Authority Counsel are expected to be familiar with the Uniform Civil Rules for the Supreme and the County Court (22 NYCRR) § 202.1, et seq. and the Westchester Supreme Court Civil Case Management Rules. Said rules control to the extent the same have not been superseded and/or supplemented by these Part Rules.   ["part-rules"] ["22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.1", "Westchester Supreme Court Civil Case Management Rules"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
CLERKIN-002 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Diane M. Clerkin, J.S.C., Westchester County Supreme Court 133 NY-SC-9JD-CLERKIN II.C Electronic Filing Counsel and self-represented parties shall familiarize themselves with the statewide E-Filing Rules (22 NYCRR 202.5-b and 202.5-bb) and the Westchester County E-Filing Protocol. All documents in mandatory e-filed cases shall be filed through NYSCEF.   ["e-filing"] ["22 NYCRR 202.5-b", "22 NYCRR 202.5-bb"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
CLERKIN-003 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Diane M. Clerkin, J.S.C., Westchester County Supreme Court 133 NY-SC-9JD-CLERKIN II.D Appearances by Counsel and Parties Failure to comply with appearance rules may be treated as a default for purposes of 22 NYCRR 202.27 and may result in default judgment, dismissal, and/or sanctions. Only counsel or self-represented parties who are fully familiar with a case and authorized to enter into binding agreements are to appear. Counsel for plaintiff must be prepared to make a settlement demand and counsel for defendant must be prepared to respond.   ["attorney-conduct", "conference-procedures"] ["22 NYCRR 202.27", "22 NYCRR 130-2.1"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
CLERKIN-004 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Diane M. Clerkin, J.S.C., Westchester County Supreme Court 133 NY-SC-9JD-CLERKIN II.D Virtual Appearances Counsel may request that conferences be conducted virtually for good cause. Requests must be in writing specifying why a virtual conference is necessary, filed via NYSCEF at least one week prior to the scheduled conference absent emergent circumstances, indicate whether on consent, and provide direct phone numbers and email addresses for all counsel. Virtual appearances conducted via Microsoft Teams. Recording of virtual appearances is prohibited and subject to sanctions.   ["remote-hearings", "conference-procedures"] [] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
CLERKIN-005 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Diane M. Clerkin, J.S.C., Westchester County Supreme Court 133 NY-SC-9JD-CLERKIN II.D Adjournments of Appearances Adjournments shall be granted only upon a showing of good cause (22 NYCRR 202.10(b)). Request shall be made via letter filed to NYSCEF stating: (1) the appearance date and (2) whether all parties consent and, if not, the reasons given for refusing consent. Absent extraordinary circumstances, requests shall be made two business days before the scheduled appearance. Appearances may not be adjourned by stipulation; only the Court has authority to grant an adjournment.   ["adjournments"] ["22 NYCRR 202.10"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
CLERKIN-006 Individual Part Rules – Hon. Diane M. Clerkin, J.S.C., Westchester County Supreme Court 133 NY-SC-9JD-CLERKIN II.E Mediation Pursuant to Part 160 of the Rules of the Chief Administrative Judge, referrals to mediation shall take place at the earliest practicable time. The Ninth Judicial District has a District-wide Presumptive Mediation Program. Cases suitable for presumptive mediation include personal injury actions involving claims or insurance coverage of $50,000 or less. All deadlines and proceedings, including discovery, motion practice, and trials, shall not be extended or stayed during mediation.   ["mediation"] ["22 NYCRR Part 160"] 9 Westchester supreme part_rules
COHEN3-I Part 3 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Joel M. Cohen (revised October 14, 2025) 188 NY-COMDIV-COHEN-J I General – Incorporation of Commercial Division Rules; Diversity The Rules of the Commercial Division, 22 NYCRR 202.70, are incorporated herein by reference, subject to minor modifications described below. The Court strongly encourages substantive participation in court proceedings by women and diverse lawyers, who historically have been underrepresented in the commercial bar, as well as by lawyers who have been practicing for five years or less.   ["commercial-division", "attorney-conduct"] ["22 NYCRR 202.70"] 1 New York supreme part_rules
COHEN3-II Part 3 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Joel M. Cohen (revised October 14, 2025) 188 NY-COMDIV-COHEN-J II Communication with Chambers All communications to Chambers regarding procedural, scheduling, and logistical matters may be made by email to sfc-part3@nycourts.gov, copying counsel for all parties. Chambers will not accept external telephone calls (or voicemails) without prior approval and scheduling. All communications seeking substantive relief from the Court must be filed on NYSCEF.   ["communication-preferences", "e-filing"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules
COHEN3-III Part 3 Practices and Procedures – Hon. Joel M. Cohen (revised October 14, 2025) 188 NY-COMDIV-COHEN-J III Document Submission – Paperless Part Part 3 is an e-filing Part. Judge Cohen does not accept working/courtesy copies of documents. Copies of proposed orders to show cause, proposed orders, proposed judgments, and post-trial briefs should be e-mailed to Chambers in Word format.   ["e-filing", "courtesy-copies"] [] 1 New York supreme part_rules

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