provision_id,doc_id,judge_id,rule_number,title,text,source_page,topics,cross_references,judicial_district,county,court_type,doc_type
BRADY-001,115,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-002,115,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-003,115,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-004,115,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-005,115,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-006,115,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-007,115,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-008,115,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
BROGE-001,122,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-002,122,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-003,122,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-004,122,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-005,122,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-006,122,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-007,122,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-001,126,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-002,126,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-003,126,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-004,126,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-005,126,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-006,126,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-007,126,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
HENDRY-001,150,NY-FC-9JD-HENDRY,COMMUNICATIONS-1,Communications and Appearances,"All communication with the Court shall be via written communication, either e-mail, letter or fax. Phone contact is discouraged as chambers is not permitted to have ex-parte conversations with counsel or litigants. E-mail is the preferred method of communication. Any e-mails sent to the Court must also be copied to all other parties. All emails sent to Chambers should be sent to 9jd-JudgeHendry@nycourts.gov. All court appearances are IN PERSON. Virtual appearances are NOT permitted for hearings or trials.",,"[""communication-preferences"", ""remote-hearings"", ""attorney-conduct""]",[],9,Orange,family,part_rules
HENDRY-002,150,NY-FC-9JD-HENDRY,ADJOURNMENTS,Adjournments,"All requests for adjournments MUST be made in writing and copied to all parties no less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled appearance. All adjournments MUST be approved by the Court, even where all parties have consented. All adjournment requests due to attorney engagement in another Court must be made pursuant to 22 NYCRR §125.1. If an adjournment is granted, the requesting party will be notified by the Court and will be required to notify all parties.",,"[""adjournments"", ""conference-procedures""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7125.1""]",9,Orange,family,part_rules
HENDRY-003,150,NY-FC-9JD-HENDRY,MOTIONS,Petitions / Orders to Show Cause / Motions,"All petitions, Orders to Show Cause and motions must be filed with the Clerk's office. There shall be strict compliance with the CPLR in the filing of motions. Appearances are not required on a motion return date. If a party is requesting an appearance for oral arguments, such request shall be clearly noted in the Notice of Motion and will be granted at the court's discretion.",,"[""hearing-procedures""]","[""CPLR""]",9,Orange,family,part_rules
HENDRY-004,150,NY-FC-9JD-HENDRY,EVALUATIONS,Evaluations,"Request for mental health evaluations, forensic evaluations, or any other testing/evaluation should be made at the preliminary appearance or the first appearance with counsel. The Court will receive the original copy of any mental health or other evaluation. These reports are NEVER to be shown, provided or distributed to the client/litigant without the Court's permission. Mental health/forensic reports will only be admitted into evidence at trial upon consent of all parties, including the Attorney for the Child.",,"[""hearing-procedures"", ""case-management""]",[],9,Orange,family,part_rules
HENDRY-005,150,NY-FC-9JD-HENDRY,TRIAL,Trial Procedure,"Trial dates should be viewed by litigants and counsel as firm dates. On the scheduled trial date, litigants and counsel must be prepared to proceed to trial and must be prepared to continue day-to-day until the proceeding is concluded. Any photographs, text messages, e-mails, social media posts and other electronic communication sought to be introduced on a party's direct case must be exchanged with all other parties at least 10 days prior to trial.",,"[""trial-procedures"", ""exhibits""]",[],9,Orange,family,part_rules
NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL-001,171,NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL,VC-1,Virtual Appearances - Limited,"Except for very limited circumstances, all appearances are IN PERSON. Any request for a virtual appearance must be made in writing at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled Court appearance and copied to all parties. Virtual appearances are NOT permitted for hearings or trials. If a virtual appearance is allowed, parties are expected to be courteous and civil at all times, in a location that is private and free of sound and visual distractions.",,"[""remote-hearings"", ""conference-procedures""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL-002,171,NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL,VC-ADJ,Adjournments,"Due to the Court's busy schedule, adjournment requests are not encouraged. All requests for adjournments MUST be made in writing (fax is acceptable) and copied to all parties, including pro se litigants and the Attorney for the Child, and shall be made no less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled appearance. The reason for the requested adjournment must be stated. DO NOT call chambers for adjournment requests. All adjournments MUST be approved by the Court, even where all parties have consented. All adjournment requests due to attorney engagement in another Court must be made pursuant to 22 NYCRR § 125.1. All adjournment requests for medical reasons MUST be accompanied by a doctor's note.",,"[""adjournments""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7 125.1""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL-003,171,NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL,VC-TRIAL,Trial Procedure,"Trial dates should be viewed by litigants and counsel as firm dates. On the scheduled trial date, litigants and counsel must be prepared to proceed to trial and must be prepared to continue day-to-day until the proceeding is concluded. Any photographs, text messages, e-mails, social media posts and other electronic communication sought to be introduced on a parties direct case must be exchanged with all parties at least 30 days prior to trial, or it will not be admitted into evidence on that parties direct case.",,"[""trial-procedures"", ""exhibits""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL-004,171,NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL,VC-EVAL,Evaluations,"Request for mental health, forensic evaluations, or other testing/evaluation should be made at the preliminary appearance or the first appearance with counsel. Issues regarding payment for such evaluations shall be addressed at that time. Mental Health / Forensic Reports will only be admitted into evidence at trial upon consent of all parties, including the attorney for the child. Absent consent, a party seeking to admit the report into evidence must do so by subpoena and calling the evaluator/author of the report as a witness subject to cross examination. Reports are not to be shown, provided or distributed to the client/litigant.",,"[""trial-procedures""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL-005,171,NY-FC-9JD-CAMPBELL,VC-YP,"Youth Part, IDV Part and Supreme Court","Youth Part, IDV and Supreme Court matters will be heard every Wednesday mornings. Youth Part arraignments are heard as soon as possible after notification of an arrest. All filings and correspondence regarding the Youth Part must be submitted through the criminal office at orangecrimdept@nycourts.gov. For all Supreme Court matters that are commenced by Order to Show Cause, the Court will indicate whether appearances are necessary, or if the matter will be decided on submissions.",,"[""case-management"", ""scheduling-orders""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-001,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,EFILE-1,E-Filing Requirements,"All correspondence addressed to or copied to Judge Eisenpress on an e-filed matter must be electronically filed in the NYSCEF e-filing system. If correspondence is faxed to Chambers and has not been electronically filed, it will not be considered. When uploading submissions to the NYSCEF system, each document must be uploaded as a separate document in the NYSCEF system and labeled with an appropriate description. Submissions that do not comply with this requirement may be rejected.",,"[""e-filing"", ""communication-preferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-002,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,COMM-1,Communication with the Court,"Communication with the Court shall be made in writing. All letters, on any subject, to the Court must be (1) copied to all counsel or pro se parties; (2) contain email addresses for all counsel; and (3) state the next appearance date. Letters not complying with these rules will be disregarded and/or returned to the sender. Communication about substantive issues via letter to the Court is strongly discouraged. Ex parte communications are strictly prohibited except upon consent of all counsel, or with respect to scheduling matters, or the presentation of Orders to Show Cause for signature.",,"[""communication-preferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-003,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,APP-1,Adjournment of Appearances,"No request for an adjournment will be considered unless it is: (1) in writing; (2) made at least 72 hours prior to the appearance; and (3) states that the request is on consent of the other attorney(s) or party(ies) or that a good-faith effort was made to obtain that consent. Adjournments without the consent of the other attorney(s) will not be granted unless there is an affirmation of prior engagement in full compliance with 22 NYCRR § 125.1, or there are exceptional circumstances. The party requesting the adjournment is responsible for notifying all parties and counsel of the status of the adjournment in writing.",,"[""adjournments""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7 125.1""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-004,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,MOT-1,Motions - Return Dates and Papers,"Return dates for all motions are on Fridays at 9:45 AM. Return dates on Notice of Motions do not require appearances, unless the parties and counsel are notified otherwise by the Court indicating that there will be an oral argument. Return dates on Orders to Show Cause require appearances unless the parties and counsel are notified otherwise. No more than two adjournments of any motion will be granted without the Court's permission. Sur-replies shall not be considered without specific permission from the Court.",,"[""part-rules"", ""briefing-schedule""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-005,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,SJ-1,Summary Judgment Motions,"Summary judgment motions must be made within sixty (60) days of the filing of the Note of Issue. An extension of time to file said motions in excess of sixty (60) days will only be permitted upon application to the Court and upon a showing of extraordinary circumstances. In connection with any motion for summary judgment, the Court requires a Statement of Material Facts in accordance with 22 NYCRR § 202.8-g.",,"[""summary-judgment""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.8-g""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-006,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,SC-1,Settlement Conferences,"Settlement conferences will be held in person. At least three (3) days prior to a scheduled conference, counsel must email a confidential settlement memorandum outlining their position on liability and damages, as well as a settlement range, to lleshnic@nycourts.gov or jnmartin@nycourts.gov. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the settlement conference. Counsel appearing at the conference must be fully familiar with the matter and be able to reach their client and/or adjuster during the conference when requested.",,"[""settlement-conferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-007,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,CVA-1,Child Victims Act - Case Management,"Actions brought pursuant to the Child Victims Act are subject to the following court rules: (1) Assignment to Part: Immediately upon filing of the RJI; (2) Preliminary Conference (PC): Within 30 days of filing the RJI; (3) Status/Compliance Conference: Every 60 days after the PC; (4) Conclusion of discovery and note of issue: Within 365 days of PC; (5) Dispositive motions: Fully submitted within 60 days of the conclusion of discovery; (6) Trial: Scheduled to be held, if practicable, within 60 days of the note of issue.",,"[""case-management"", ""scheduling-orders""]","[""CPLR 214-g"", ""22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.72""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-008,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,CVA-SJ,Child Victims Act - Summary Judgment Deadline,"The deadline for any party to serve and file a post-note of issue summary judgment motion shall be thirty (30) days following the filing of the note of issue. Opposition papers must be filed within thirty (30) days of service and filing of motion papers. Reply papers, if any, must be filed within five (5) days following filing of any opposition papers. The return date for a motion for summary judgment may not be adjourned more than two (2) times and such return date may not be extended for more than a total of twenty (20) days.",,"[""summary-judgment"", ""briefing-schedule""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.72""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS-009,162,NY-SC-9JD-EISENPRESS,CVA-ADR,Child Victims Act - Alternative Dispute Resolution,The CVA Part encourages the parties to participate in ADR and consider options apart from conventional litigation to resolve their dispute. An initial mediation session shall be scheduled in the Preliminary Conference Order to be held before the CVA Part Justice or Court Attorney/Referee within thirty (30) days of the Preliminary Conference Order. Initial mediation sessions shall be conducted generally at the same time and date as the first compliance conference.,,"[""mediation"", ""settlement-conferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-001,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,I.A,Correspondence,"Correspondence to the Court and Clerk shall be copied to all adversaries and must include the File/Index Number. Correspondence between the parties shall not be copied to the Court unless otherwise directed, or where there is some specific judicial purpose to be served by transmitting copies to the Court.",,"[""communication-preferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-002,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,I.D,Ex Parte Communications,"Ex parte communications are prohibited except when an Order to Show Cause is submitted for signature, or with the prior consent of all parties during settlement negotiations.",,"[""communication-preferences"", ""attorney-conduct""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-003,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,II.A,Adjournments - Surrogate's Court Matters,"Adjournment requests are discouraged and, even if on consent, should not be considered effective unless and until approved by the Court. If necessary, an adjournment request must be in writing, copied to all parties, e-mailed to VirtualOrangeSurrogatesCourt@nycourts.gov at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled date and state: (1) the currently scheduled date, (2) good cause why the adjournment is being sought, (3) whether the other parties consent or object to the request, and (4) if possible, suggest a date certain to which the conference should be adjourned.",,"[""adjournments""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-004,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,III.B,Working Copies,"Counsel and self-represented litigants MUST provide the Court with working copies of all legal papers which require judicial action (e.g., Orders to Show Cause, motions, notices of settlement, ex parte applications and proposed orders) within 24 hours of e-filing. The working copy of a motion must include all documents filed in support of the motion, including exhibits WITH external tabs. Working copies must include a copy of the NYSCEF Confirmation Notice, firmly fastened.",,"[""courtesy-copies"", ""e-filing""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-005,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,VI,Preliminary Conferences,"A party may request a preliminary conference any time after issue has been joined. The Court will schedule a preliminary conference within forty-five (45) days after an RJI requesting a preliminary conference has been filed. Upon scheduling a preliminary conference, the parties shall confer to complete a Preliminary Conference Stipulation/Order. If counsel for all parties sign the Stipulation and return it to chambers prior to the scheduled conference, such form shall be 'So Ordered' by the Court and, unless the Court orders otherwise, appearances will not be required at the preliminary conference. However, appearances are required in all matrimonial, products liability, and medical, dental and podiatric malpractice actions.",,"[""preliminary-conference""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-006,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,IX,Pretrial Conference,"Upon the filing of a note of issue, the Court shall schedule a pretrial conference. At the pretrial conference, the Court shall schedule a date certain for trial of all outstanding issues. The Court will also explore referring the case to mediation, if appropriate. The Court shall establish a deadline for 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. The opposing party must serve its disclosure within forty-five (45) days of trial.",,"[""pre-trial-conference"", ""scheduling-orders""]","[""CPLR \u00a7 3101(d)(1)""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-007,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,X.B,Summary Judgment Motions - Supreme Court,MOTIONS SHALL BE MADE WITHIN NINETY (90) DAYS AFTER FILING THE NOTE OF ISSUE. Return Dates: Motions made in the Surrogate's Court by Notice of Motion shall be made returnable on a Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Motions made in the Supreme Court shall be made returnable on a Friday at 9:30 a.m. Return dates for Orders to Show Cause shall be determined by the Court.,,"[""summary-judgment""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF-008,165,NY-SC-9JD-MCELDUFF,V,Surrogate's Court Proceedings,"Accounting Proceedings: Whenever a citation is served in an Accounting Proceeding, a copy of the accounting shall be served on all parties with the Citation. Probate Proceedings: If a beneficiary, attorney or draftsman has a fiduciary or confidential relationship with the testator/testatrix, an affidavit explaining the circumstances surrounding the making of the bequest and the drafting of the Will must be filed with the petition. Objections to Probate: All discovery shall be completed before objections are filed, unless granted prior approval by the Court. Objections shall be filed with the Court within 10 days of the completion of all SCPA §1404 discovery.",,"[""part-rules""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7 207.40(e)"", ""SCPA \u00a7 1404"", ""SCPA \u00a7 1410""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO-001,170,NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO,II,Communication with the Court,"In e-filed cases, all correspondence to the Court shall be e-filed and set forth the name, index number of the case to which it pertains, and indicate that a copy of the correspondence was sent to all other counsel and/or self-represented litigant(s). THE COURT DOES NOT PERMIT LITIGATION BY CORRESPONDENCE. CORRESPONDENCE SHOULD NOT BE SUBMITTED, AND WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED, IN DETERMINING MOTIONS, ETC. Requests for adjournments WILL NOT be entertained by telephone. Ex Parte communications with the Court are strictly prohibited.",,"[""communication-preferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO-002,170,NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO,III.ADJ,Adjournment of Conferences,"Request for a conference adjournment must be made by writing a letter and e-filing the letter in NYSCEF. All letters must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m. two days prior to the scheduled conference. All requests must set forth: (1) the reason why an adjournment is necessary, (2) whether the opposing party/parties consents or objects, (3) at least three proposed adjourn dates, and (4) the number of prior requests and corresponding dates. A response to the request will be given via NYSCEF. If a response is not given prior to the scheduled conference time, then consider it denied.",,"[""adjournments"", ""conference-procedures""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO-003,170,NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO,III.SC,Settlement Conferences,"Seven (7) days prior to your scheduled settlement conference, each party shall submit to the Court, ex-parte, a brief letter (not exceeding three pages) outlining the relevant facts of the case, the law that supports their claims/defenses, the parties' present settlement posture, history of settlement discussions, and the authority for the settlement demands based on reported settlements or jury verdicts relevant to the claimed damages. The letters shall be provided to the Principal Law Clerk via email at tmontele@nycourts.gov.",,"[""settlement-conferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO-004,170,NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO,V.MOT,Motion Practice - Calendars,"All motions/proceedings brought on by notice of motion or notice of petition shall be made returnable before the Court on a Thursday when the Court is in session. There are no appearances on the return date of the motion unless directed by the Court or unless oral argument is requested in writing and granted. All papers submitted in connection with motions shall bear page numbers. Absent express advance permission from the Court, no brief, memoranda of law, or affirmation/affidavit may exceed fifteen (15) pages.",,"[""part-rules"", ""page-limits""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO-005,170,NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO,V.SJ,Summary Judgment Motions,"Summary judgment motions shall be filed with the Court and served upon all other parties no later than sixty (60) days after the filing of the Note of Issue. The Court requires the filing of a separate Statement of Material Facts, which shall lay out all relevant and material facts in enumerated form, with the admissible evidence supporting the fact cited. The non-moving party shall file a response to same in accordance with the Court Rules. This rule must be strictly adhered to. There shall be no stay of discovery resulting from the filing of a pre-note of issue motion.",,"[""summary-judgment""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.8-g""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO-006,170,NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO,VI,Infant Compromise,"In order to receive a hearing date on an infant compromise, the following must be filed with the application: (1) An Order to Show Cause; (2) Attorney's Affirmation (see CPLR § 1208 & NYCRR § 202.67) including: reasons for recommending settlement, complaints and condition of infant, statement that the attorney has not become concerned in the settlement at the instance of a party or party opposing, list of services rendered, itemized list of costs if requesting reimbursement, total amount of medical expenses incurred, copy of retainer agreement, documents showing absence or existence of liens; (3) Infant Affidavit (if over 14 years old) or Parent's/Guardian's Affidavit; (4) Supporting medical records; (5) Physician Affidavit or Letter; (6) Proposed final Order.",,"[""part-rules""]","[""CPLR \u00a7 1208"", ""22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.67""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO-007,170,NY-SC-9JD-SHAKO,VIII.TRIAL,Trial Notebook Requirements,"No later than FIFTEEN (15) BUSINESS DAYS prior to the scheduled trial date, counsel shall each provide to other (one copy) and submit to the Court (one hardcopy and e-file via NYSCEF) a trial notebook which shall consist of: (1) Marked pleadings; (2) Statement of relevant facts, separately those that are not in dispute and those that are; (3) Pre-trial memorandum addressing any known or anticipated legal issues; (4) A list of all potential witnesses; (5) Exhibits with cover page with list; (6) Jury Trial - Preliminary requests to charge; (7) Post-evidence requests to charge; (8) Verdict Sheet. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COURT'S TRIAL NOTEBOOK REQUIREMENTS WILL RESULT IN PRECLUSION OF ALL EVIDENCE AT TRIAL.",,"[""trial-procedures"", ""exhibits"", ""pre-trial-conference""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-001,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,E-FILING,E-Filing Rules of the Court,"Unless otherwise specifically requested, all submissions to the Court, including correspondence, proposed orders, proposed judgments, and other documents must be submitted through NYSCEF. This part requires all parties to provide 'Additional Document Information' for ALL documents submitted for electronic filing via NYSCEF. ALL Summary Judgment Motions and Motions to Dismiss – Working Copies must be provided to Chambers in addition to filing on NYSCEF.",,"[""e-filing"", ""courtesy-copies"", ""summary-judgment""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-002,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,I,Communication with the Court,"In e-filed cases, all correspondence to the Court shall be electronically filed via NYSCEF and set forth the name, index number of the case. Telephone calls shall be limited to matters requiring immediate attention. Requests for adjournments WILL NOT be entertained by telephone outside of emergencies. Ex parte communications, written or verbal, are strictly prohibited, except where an Order to Show Cause is submitted for signature, or upon consent of all parties during settlement negotiations.",,"[""communication-preferences"", ""e-filing""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-003,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,II.B,Preliminary Conferences,A preliminary conference date will be calendared by the Court Clerk when the RJI is filed. Attorneys are to jointly prepare the appropriate Preliminary Conference Order (Proposed) and file on NYSCEF at least two (2) business days PRIOR to the scheduled Preliminary Conference appearance date. All attorneys appearing must be fully familiar with the matter(s) and authorized to enter into both substantive and procedural agreements. Parties are to appear IN PERSON for the Preliminary Conference.,,"[""preliminary-conference"", ""conference-procedures""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-004,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,II.C,Adjournments,"Phone calls to the Court requesting adjournments are NOT allowed and will not be approved absent extenuating circumstances. Applications for adjournments must be made in writing via NYSCEF, at least two (2) business days in advance. NOTE: A request for an adjournment, even if on consent of all parties, is NOT effective unless and until approved by the Court. If no response is received from the Court, the adjournment request shall be deemed 'DENIED'.",,"[""adjournments"", ""conference-procedures""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-005,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,III.A,Motion Calendar and Appearances,"All motions/proceedings brought on by Notice of Motion or Notice of Petition shall be made returnable before the Court on any TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY. Appearances are not required on motions unless directed by the Court, or unless oral argument is requested in writing and granted. A working copy of all Summary Judgment Motions and Motions to Dismiss shall be provided to Chambers after filing on NYSCEF.",,"[""hearing-procedures"", ""summary-judgment"", ""courtesy-copies""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-006,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,III.B,Summary Judgment Motions - Time for Filing,"Summary Judgment motions shall be filed no later than sixty (60) days after the filing of the Note of Issue. If an application to extend the time to make such a motion has been granted by the Court, the moving party must so state in the motion papers.",,"[""summary-judgment"", ""note-of-issue""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-007,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,III.C,Discovery/Disclosure Motions,"It is the policy of this Court to make itself and its staff available to resolve disputes related to pretrial disclosure and contents of a Bill of Particulars. If a dispute over disclosure arises that cannot be resolved by the parties' own diligent, good faith efforts, the aggrieved party shall notify the Court and a conference will be scheduled. A motion related to disclosure is not to be made by any party unless authorized by the Court after conferencing fails.",,"[""discovery-disputes"", ""discovery-scheduling""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-008,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,IV.A,Pretrial Settlement Conference,"At the Pretrial Conferences, all counsel must be present and prepared to engage in good faith settlement negotiations. All counsel must be vested with full authority to negotiate and settle the matter. ALL parties MUST appear IN PERSON and insurance carriers/adjusters MUST be present or available by telephone or through Microsoft Teams. At least one (1) week prior to any settlement conference, each party must exchange and email a settlement submission to the Court.",,"[""pre-trial-conference"", ""settlement-conferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-009,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,IV.C,Motions in Limine,Motions in Limine shall be filed at least two (2) weeks prior to trial. Failure to do so may result in the preclusion of any such motions filed thereafter.,,"[""trial-procedures"", ""hearing-procedures""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
SCATTNABER-010,155,NY-SC-9JD-SCATTARETICO-NABER,IV.D,Trial Notebook,"No less than ten (10) days before Trial, each party must provide a working copy of a Trial Notebook to this Part and the other parties. This should not be uploaded to NYSCEF. Trial Notebooks shall contain: Statement of Relevant Facts; Pre-Trial Memorandum; Witness List (any witnesses not included shall not be allowed to testify without prior approval); Exhibits (pre-marked copies with certifications; parties must communicate regarding stipulation to admissibility); Jury Charges; and Verdict Sheet. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COURT'S TRIAL NOTEBOOK REQUIREMENTS MAY RESULT IN PRECLUSION OF ALL EVIDENCE AT TRIAL.",,"[""trial-procedures"", ""exhibits"", ""pre-trial-conference""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
WILLIAMS-001,139,NY-SC-9JD-WILLIAMS,I,E-Filing Rules and Protocol,"All parties must familiarize themselves with the statewide E-Filing Rules (Uniform Rule §§ 202.5 and 202.5-bb) and the Orange County E-Filing Protocol. Electronic Filing: Supreme Court actions in the Hon. E. Loren Williams Part may be filed through NYSCEF. All submissions to the Court, including proposed orders, proposed judgments, and letters, must be electronically filed. PLEASE DO NOT PROVIDE WORKING COPIES.",,"[""e-filing"", ""courtesy-copies""]","[""22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.5"", ""22 NYCRR \u00a7 202.5-bb""]",9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
WILLIAMS-002,139,NY-SC-9JD-WILLIAMS,II,Communication with the Court,"All correspondence to the Court shall be e-filed and set forth the name, index number of the case, and indicate that a copy was sent to all other counsel. Correspondence between attorneys and/or self-represented litigants shall not be copied to the Court unless the Court directs otherwise. THE COURT DOES NOT PERMIT LITIGATION BY CORRESPONDENCE. Email not accepted for legal papers or correspondence unless specifically approved or directed by the Court.",,"[""communication-preferences"", ""e-filing""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
WILLIAMS-003,139,NY-SC-9JD-WILLIAMS,III,Conferences,"All conferences are being held in person. In extenuating circumstances, the court may allow a conference to be held virtually. General Civil Preliminary Conferences: the Part Clerk will notify the parties of the scheduled Preliminary Conference date and time, including a blank Preliminary Conference Stipulation/Order. If the parties submit a proposed Preliminary Conference Stipulation/Order that is So-Ordered by the Court, no appearance is necessary.",,"[""conference-procedures"", ""preliminary-conference"", ""remote-hearings""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
WILLIAMS-004,139,NY-SC-9JD-WILLIAMS,III,Matrimonial Preliminary Conferences,"In matrimonial actions, the following documents shall be provided to the Court prior to or at the preliminary conference: Plaintiff – All pleadings, all prior orders (including orders from Family Court, County Court, or Justice Courts), including orders of protection, Net Worth Statement, Tax returns for the preceding 3 years, three current pay stubs, copy of signed retainer agreement. Defendant – Net Worth Statement, Tax returns for the preceding 3 years, three current pay stubs, copy of signed retainer agreement.",,"[""matrimonial"", ""preliminary-conference""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules
WILLIAMS-005,139,NY-SC-9JD-WILLIAMS,III,Settlement Conferences,"In-person settlement conferences in any matter may be conducted where permitted and appropriate. Seven days prior to your scheduled settlement conference, each party shall submit to the Court, ex-parte, a brief letter (not exceeding three pages) outlining the relevant facts of the case and the law that supports the party's position.",,"[""settlement-conferences""]",[],9,Orange,supreme,part_rules