News

Governor Cuomo Announces Executive Order 202.14

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued Executive Order 202.14 which includes provision on remote witnessing, health insurance premiums, school closures, and more. Additionally, this order extends all prior Executive Orders that have not already been extended by other Executive Orders. The expiration date for all Executive Orders, unless otherwise modified, is now May 7.

Virtual Court Operations to Commence in 8th Judicial District

As the New York State Courts continue to calibrate and adjust operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Eighth Judicial District Administrative Judge Paula L. Feroleto, under the guidance of Chief Judge Janet DiFiore, Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence K. Marks and Deputy Chief Administrative Judge Vito C. Caruso, today announced that the District will begin …

Virtual Court Operations to Commence in 8th Judicial District Read More »

Small Businesses May Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program Starting Friday, April 3, 2020

The Department of Treasury has announced that eligible small businesses will be able to apply to the CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) starting this Friday, April 3, 2020. Independent contractors and the self-employed may apply starting on April 10, 2020. Eligible small businesses can get an application by clicking this link. The Department of Treasury has provided …

Small Businesses May Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program Starting Friday, April 3, 2020 Read More »

8JD Administrative Order 81A-2020 Extending E-Filing for Essential Matters

Pursuant to a delegation of authority vested in me, with the approval of the Administrative Board of the Courts, and following consultation and agreement with the respective County Clerks outside of the City of New York, I hereby confirm and extend programs for the consensual/voluntary use of electronic means for the filing and service of …

8JD Administrative Order 81A-2020 Extending E-Filing for Essential Matters Read More »

New York State Bar Exam Rescheduled for Fall 2020

ALBANY, NEW YORK−The Court of Appeals today announced that the New York State Bar Examination will not be administered on July 28-29, 2020 as previously scheduled. The Bar Examination will be rescheduled for dates in the fall, to be determined. When available, the Board of Law Examiners will announce the rescheduled dates for the examination …

New York State Bar Exam Rescheduled for Fall 2020 Read More »

Op-Ed from Judge Jeffrey Sunshine: Custody and Visitation During the Current Pandemic

CommentaryCOVID-19 and Future Custody DeterminationsParental behavior today can affect judicial decisions in the future: A view from the Statewide Coordinating Judge for Matrimonial CasesBy Jeffrey Sunshine | March 27, 2020 at 10:30 AM At this time of an historic health emergency, strains could appear in an intact relationship, while in a fractured relationship those strains …

Op-Ed from Judge Jeffrey Sunshine: Custody and Visitation During the Current Pandemic Read More »

Governor Issues Executive Order 202.10 – Continuing Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Relating to the Disaster Emergency

E X E C U T I V E  O R D E R Continuing Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Relating to the Disaster Emergency WHEREAS, on March 7, 2020, I issued Executive Order Number 202, declaring a State disaster emergency for the entire State of New York; WHEREAS, both travel-related cases and community contact transmission of COVID-19 have been documented in New York State and are expected to …

Governor Issues Executive Order 202.10 – Continuing Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Relating to the Disaster Emergency Read More »

Appellate Division Still Accepting all E-Filings, Will Only Take Action on Emergency Motions

With regards to the Appellate Division, 4th Dept, if parties want to e-file something other than a motion (we’re accepting only emergency applications and motions, and only by e-mail), they can, although no action will be taken on such submissions at this point.  We are working with a greatly reduced staff, and are not working on …

Appellate Division Still Accepting all E-Filings, Will Only Take Action on Emergency Motions Read More »

Center for Elder Law & Justice Providing Remote Legal Assistance During COVID-19

The Center for Elder Law & Justice is a resource for anyone who is struggling with legal questions related to COVID-19. Individuals who are caring for a sick family member, or dealing with a personal illness may have concerns about employment, paid leave, disability, or health insurance. Our Free Legal Advice Helpline iscurrently open for …

Center for Elder Law & Justice Providing Remote Legal Assistance During COVID-19 Read More »