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
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 1, 2020 Buffalo, NY – Regarding the ongoing events in our city and across the nation, President Bridget M. O’Connell and Vice
Dear Fellow Senior Members of the Bar Association: I write to my fellow bar members to urge you to consider making charitable donations to help
ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE JUDGE OF THE COURTS Pursuant to the authority vested in me, at the direction of the Chief Judge, and
Administrative Order – Eighth Judicial District Pursuant to the authority vested in me, and in accordance with the recent operational protocols issued by the Chief
This order supersedes Administrative Order 111-20. Pursuant to the authority vested in me, at the direction of the Chief Judge, and consistent with the Governor’s
Hon. Paula L. Feroleto, Administrative Judge for the Eighth Judicial District, announces that effective Thursday, May 21, 2020, the Courts in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie,
With the anticipated expansion of courthouse operations in coming days and weeks, we thought it appropriate to summarize the current Unified Court System protocols addressing
Pursuant to the authority vested in me, at the direction of the Chief Judge, and consistent with the Governor’s determination approving the easing of restrictions
Hon. Paula L. Feroleto, Administrative Judge for the Eighth Judicial District, announces that effective Monday, May 18, 2020, the Courts in Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming
Court System Also Partners with Bar Leaders to Provide Free Legal Help in COVID-Related Matters to Family Members in Need. NEW YORK − As New York
From Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence K. Marks: Pursuant to the authority vested in me, and at the direction of the Chief Judge, I hereby amend
Judges and Staff in Counties Meeting Governor’s Benchmarks to Return to Their Courthouses; New Case Filings Will Be Accepted NEW YORK−As the New York State
Pursuant to the authority vested in me, with the approval of the Administrative Board of the Courts, upon notice by the Presiding Judge of the
Governor Cuomo issues Executive Order 202.28 – Continuing Temporary Suspension and Modification of Law Relating to the Disaster Emergency Click to read full text
EDDS: UCS Program for Electronic Delivery of Documents In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency and the expansion of “virtual” court operations, the Unified
Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence Marks has issued Administrative Order 87-20. In this order, the Court permits expanded filings in some matters and referrals to ADR.
Beginning Monday, May 4, new motions, responsive papers to previously filed motions and other applications, including post-judgment applications, may be filed electronically in pending cases
After review by the BAEC’s Bylaw’s Committee, and upon resolution of the Board of April 14, 2020, the Association proposes and advances principally technical changes
The Bar Association of Erie County has announced its slate of candidates for its 2020-2021 Board of Directors. The candidates for the position of Vice
In order to assist in smooth virtual court operations, the 8th Judicial District has a provided a full list of email addresses for each court
Due to the current COVID‐19 emergency and within the bounds of the CARES Act, the United States District Court for the Western District of New
The Governor has issued Executive Order 202.20 allowing officiants to use technology to solemnize marriages.
In light of the implementation of a statewide “virtual court” system for handling essential and pending non-essential matters as of April 13, 2020, and to
EXECUTIVE ORDER 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
Administrative Order from Hon. Paula L. FeroletoDated April 15, 2020 Pursuant to the authority vested in me, and in accordance with the recent operational protocols
Hon. Paula Feroleto and the Court staff have published the 8th Judicial District plan for virtual chambers.
Read updated guidance by clicking here.
New York State Empire State Development today issued the following guidance regarding the status of lawyers as essential workers: Lawyers may continue to perform all work
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
The New York State court system officially announced today that beginning Monday, April 13 its virtual courts will begin handling more than just essential and
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.
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
Pursuit to the authority vested in me, and in accordance with the recent operational protocols issued by the Chief Administrative Judge for the trial courts
During this unprecedented public health emergency, in order to expedite the payment of attorneys assigned to representparties on appeal and entitled to compensation pursuant to
Click the link for helpful FAQs about Paid Family Leave in the context of COVID-19. https://paidfamilyleave.ny.gov/new-york-paid-family-leave-covid-19-faqs
Effective Tuesday, March 24th at 4:30 PM, the Niagara County Clerk’s Office will be closed to ALL members of the public with the exception of
The State of New York has declared a public health emergency as a result of the introduction of the COVID-19 virus into the general population.
Article 17 and 17a GuardianshipsGrant authority to act where it is essential for health, safety or well-being of the minor or adult under disability including
