--- title: "James L. Hyer | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/james-l-hyer" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-08-02" --- # James L. Hyer Dutchess County Supreme Court · Supreme Court Justice ## Profile - Court: Dutchess County Supreme Court - State: New York - Role: Supreme Court Justice - Service status: active - Last verified: 2026-07-26 ## Summary Official statewide and applicable court procedural guidance applies to this judge. ## Biography ### Professional career - Justice, New York Supreme Court, Orange County, NY, 2022-2035 - Administrative Law Judge, Westchester County Human Rights Commission, NY, 2018-2021 - Practitioner, Private Law Practice, NY, 2006-2021 - Elected New York State Supreme Court Justice in the Ninth Judicial District, presiding in the Supreme Court of Dutchess County - Actively involved in promoting access to justice, human rights, and diversity in the legal profession ### Education - Pace University-New York — J.D. (2005) - Government and Public Policy, Political Science — Ramapo College of New Jersey — 2001 - BA in Political Science from Ramapo College of New Jersey and a JD with an Environmental Law Certificate from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University ### Additional information - He has been on the bench for over five years and was most recently elected for a term running from 2022 to 2035 - He was admitted to practice law in New York State in 2006 and is registered with the Office of Court Administration - He is also a distinguished alumnus of Haub Law, class of 2005 - Prior to his current role, he held the role of an Administrative Law Judge for the Westchester County Human Rights Commission and has held leadership positions in the Westchester County Bar Association - In addition to his judicial duties, Judge Hyer contributes to legal education as a member of the Board of Visitors at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, supporting initiatives in public service and legal education - He serves as Chairman of the 9th Judicial District Access to Justice Committee and is a Commissioner of The Richard C. Failla LGBTQ Commission of the New York State Court System - He has also contributed as a Hearings Officer for the Grievance Committee and participated in various committees within the New York State Bar Association, including the House of Delegates and Task Force on Incarceration Release Planning and Programs - Throughout his career, Judge Hyer has received numerous accolades, including a New York State Senate Commendation for Human Rights Advocacy, Haub Law Leading Attorney Under 40, Westchester Bar Association Leadership Award, LGBT Bar Association of New York Community Excellence Award, and the Westchester Residential Opportunities Human Rights Champion Award ## Before you appear - Read the judge-specific standing order first when one is listed. - Check the docket and case orders for requirements that supersede broader guidance. - Confirm current remote-access and courtroom technology arrangements before the proceeding. ## Courtroom Rules ### recording and photography Scope: statewide New York statewide rules require permission before photographing, filming, videotaping, audiotaping, broadcasting, or telecasting in court facilities, including courtrooms. Evidence excerpt: Taking photographs, films or videotapes, or audiotaping, broadcasting or telecasting, in a courthouse including any courtroom, office or hallway thereof, at any time or on any occasion, whether or not the court is in session, is forbidden, unless permission of the Chief Administrator of the Courts or a designee of the Chief Administrator is first obtained [Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### evidence presentation control Scope: statewide The official Guide to New York Evidence identifies court control over presentation of evidence as a statewide evidence topic; counsel should expect the assigned judge to control the mode and order of proof. Evidence excerpt: 1.07. COURT CONTROL OVER PRESENTATION OF EVIDENCE [Guide to New York Evidence: Article 1, General Provisions and Court's Role](https://www.nycourts.gov/judges/evidence/1-GENERAL/1-generalprovisions.shtml) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### trial exhibit books Scope: statewide In New York Supreme Court and County Court civil cases, the court may require indexed trial exhibit binders, notebooks, or electronic equivalents for the court, counsel, and witnesses. Evidence excerpt: The court may direct that on the first day of trial or at such other time as the court may set, counsel shall submit an indexed binder or notebook, or the electronic equivalent, of trial exhibits for the court's use. [Part 202: Uniform Civil Rules for the Supreme Court and the County Court](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### exhibit marking Scope: statewide Civil trial counsel in New York Supreme Court and County Court must confer before trial and attempt to agree on exhibits to be offered without objection, unless the court directs otherwise. Evidence excerpt: Counsel for the parties shall consult prior to trial and shall in good faith attempt to agree upon the exhibits that will be offered into evidence without objection. [Part 202: Uniform Civil Rules for the Supreme Court and the County Court](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### virtual evidence courtroom Scope: statewide For Commercial Division matters, New York rules encourage Virtual Evidence Courtrooms for managing and presenting trial evidence after authorization by request or court direction. Evidence excerpt: Virtual Evidence Courtrooms (VECs) may be used to facilitate real-time access to trial exhibits and other relevant documents. [Part 202.70 Commercial Division Rules: Virtual Evidence Courtrooms and Trial Exhibits](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ### electronic appearances Scope: statewide For New York criminal proceedings, virtual and hybrid appearances are governed by Part 200 consent, objection, public-access, and calendar-update requirements. Evidence excerpt: For all hybrid proceedings, all electronic appearances shall be projected in the physical courtroom in which the in-person portion of the proceeding is taking place in such a manner as to provide a reasonable opportunity for members of the public to view and hear the participants appearing electronically. [Part 200: Uniform Rules for Courts Exercising Criminal Jurisdiction](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-200-uniform-rules-courts-exercising-criminal-jurisdiction) Source checked: 2026-07-26 ## Sources - [Official profile](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=_PLUS_MsLtBIZNp3v7V3sZm032Q%3D%3D) - [Official roster](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=_PLUS_MsLtBIZNp3v7V3sZm032Q%3D%3D) - [New York State Unified Court System Judicial Directory official judicial roster](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=_PLUS_MsLtBIZNp3v7V3sZm032Q%3D%3D) - [CourtListener judicial biographical directory](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/14809/james-l-hyer/) - [Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true) - [Guide to New York Evidence: Article 1, General Provisions and Court's Role](https://www.nycourts.gov/judges/evidence/1-GENERAL/1-generalprovisions.shtml) - [Part 202: Uniform Civil Rules for the Supreme Court and the County Court](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court) - [Part 202.70 Commercial Division Rules: Virtual Evidence Courtrooms and Trial Exhibits](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court) - [Part 200: Uniform Rules for Courts Exercising Criminal Jurisdiction](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-200-uniform-rules-courts-exercising-criminal-jurisdiction) - [CourtListener judicial biographical directory](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/14809/james-l-hyer/) ## JSON-LD ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/james-l-hyer", "url": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/james-l-hyer", "name": "James L. 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Every pleading, written motion and other paper served or filed in an action must be signed by an attorney pursuant to § 130-1.1a of the Rules of the Chief Administrator of the Courts. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers a. 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) simultaneously with transmittal to the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Correspondence addressing substantive non-procedural issues, such as adjournments, will not be considered by the Court absent approval, and shall be treated as having been denied without further action by the Court. Correspondence between counsel and/or self-represented litigants shall not be copied to the Court unless there is some specific judicial purpose to be served by transmitting copies to the Court. Correspondence to the Court shall be transmitted by NYSCEF (E-file) only. Only if a party is not participating in NYSCEF, the parties shall e-mail OR mail their correspondence to the Court upon notice to all parties. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers b. Telephone Calls – Telephone calls to the Court’s staff are permitted only in urgent situations requiring immediate attention that cannot be attained by correspondence. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers c. E-Mail – E-Mails to the Court’s staff are to be avoided whenever possible. However, all e-mails should be brief and concise, stating the relief or action requested to be taken by the Court. All e-mails 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) simultaneously with transmittal to the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances d. E-Courts – While E-Courts can be a useful tool, it is not always accurate. In the event of conflict between the appearance date provided by the Courts and E-Courts, the parties should appear on the date and time provided by the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies a. E-Filing Protocols - Counsel and self-represented litigants shall familiarize themselves with the statewide E-Filing Rules (§§ 202.5-b and 202.5-bb of the Uniform Rules, available at www.nycourts.gov/efile) and the Joint Protocols for See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances General questions about e-filing should be addressed to the E-Filing Resource Center at (646) 386-3033 or efile@nycourts.gov. Specific questions about local procedures should be addressed to the Civil Calendar Office at 914-824-5300. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers All documents in mandatory e-filed cases, except documents subject to the opt-out provision of § 202.5-bb of the Uniform Rules, or documents subject to e-filing in which consent is being withheld, are to be filed through the New York State Courts E-Filing System (NYSCEF). All submissions to the Court, except correspondence as per these Rules (see Section C[a], supra), must be electronically filed. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers b. Working Copies – In e-filed cases, working copies of all legal papers which require judicial action are not required, except in motions with large records to be reviewed. When in doubt, counsel and self-represented litigants MUST contact Chambers and ask if working copies are needed. The working copy of a motion must include all documents filed in support of the motion, including exhibits with external tabs. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Working copies of proposed judgements, orders and separation agreements must be separated from the motion submission for ease of uploading. Bindings or fastenings either on the top of left-side of the page shall not encroach upon, delete, or otherwise omit the content of the papers. Do not bind papers with heavy-duty staples. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers All working copies shall be submitted to Chambers, by mail or hand delivery, within twenty-four (24) hours of e-filing and no later than the return date or notice of settlement date. In the event the Court does not receive working copies, the Court may not consider the submission until the working copy is received by Chambers. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies All working copies must include a copy of the NYSCEF Confirmation Notices and must comply with all the requirements of the Westchester County and Supreme Court E-Filing Protocols. The Confirmation Notice is generated when the case is e- See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies filed and is available in the specific file at http://www.nycourts.gov/efile. Working copies that do not include a NYSCEF Confirmation Notice will be rejected. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances a. General Rules – See Uniform Rules §§ 202.1(f), (g) and 202.11. In addition, the Court’s calendar will be called at 9:30 a.m. in Courtroom 1003 of the Westchester County Courthouse, unless otherwise directed. Counsel, including per diem covering counsel, and self-represented 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. Failure to comply with this Rule may be treated as a default for purposes of 22 NYCRR § 202.27 and/or may be treated as a failure to appear for purposes of 22 NYCRR § 130.2.1. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances In matrimonial actions, attorneys must appear with their clients for all conferences, unless such appearances are dispensed with by the Court on prior written request, on notice to the adversary, and if applicable, the children(s)’s attorney(s). See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers If counsel or a party is unable to appear on time due to unforeseen circumstances (i.e., delays due to inclement weather or road closures), counsel should contact opposing counsel(s), and advise the Part Clerk or Court’s staff, by telephone, as soon as possible. Tardy arrivals will not be tolerated. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Counsel scheduled to appear simultaneously before this Court and another must communicate that fact to Chambers prior to the date of appearance so the conflicting appearances can be reconciled. Counsel may not rely on opposing counsel to advise the Court of their conflict at the time the case is called. In the event counsel does not advise the Court of a conflict, the Court may proceed in the absence of the attorney. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments b. Adjournment of Conferences – A request to adjourn a conference must be made in writing, by NYSCEF ONLY, except as provided in Section C(a), at least two (2) full business days in advance of the scheduled conference, unless there is an emergency. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments (1) The reason why an adjournment is necessary; (2) Whether the opposing part(ies) consent(s) or object(s) to the application; (3) The length of the adjournment sought or, if on consent, three (3) dates and times all parties are available. All such communications must be copied to all counsel and self-represented parties. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Where the adjournment sought is not on consent, the requesting party must briefly set forth why the adjournment is necessary, the length of the adjournment and the reason offered by the non-consenting party for the lack of consent. Opposing counsel of a self-represented litigant may succinctly provide their reasons for objecting to the requested adjournment if they believe their position has been stated incorrectly. No further communication concerning the request for adjournment will be permitted. The request and the response, if any, are not to be used to advocate a position on the substantive dispute and shall address only the reason that consent for the requested adjournment is being declined. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments The Court will advise the requesting party by NYSCEF (or by e-mail as per Section C[a] with copies to all parties copied on the original e-mail) whether the requested adjournment has been granted. Requests that are not copied to all other parties will not be acted upon. The parties should not assume that the request for adjournment (even if consented to) has been granted, unless specifically advised by the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments To the extent that counsel seeks an adjournment based upon engagement of counsel, compliance with the Rules of the Chief Administrative Judge Part 125 shall be complied with, including, but not limited to, the filing of an Affirmation of Engagement. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery c. Preliminary Conferences – At the Preliminary Conference, the Court will set specific dates for completion of various items of discovery, the date by which all disclosure must be completed, and the dates for a Compliance Conference and Settlement Conference. All counsel and self-represented litigants are expected to abide by, and comply with, the Court’s discovery schedule and deadlines. As per Uniform Rule § 202.20-e, no modifications of the dates set by the Court are permitted, except by Court Order. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers d. Discovery Disputes – Parties who have a discovery dispute shall not wait until the Compliance Conference to bring such dispute or complaint about any non- compliance to the Court’s attention. Rather, counsel (or self-represented litigant) who believes that discovery is not being conducted in accordance with the Preliminary Conference Order (or other Order) is to discuss, in good faith, as required by the Uniform Rule § 202.7, the claimed non-compliance with the counsel or self-represented litigant who is allegedly non-compliant with the Court Order. A pro forma letter does not constitute a good faith effort. There must be actual, substantive communication between counsel, either telephonically or in writing, regarding the claimed non-compliance, or the other. The parties are not to copy the Court on correspondence between counsel concerning discovery issues, unless specifically requested by the Court to do so. Similarly, any scheduling issues for depositions, medical examinations, appraisals, etc., must be addressed by counsel, and must not wait until the Compliance Conference. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery Counsel shall abide by the Uniform Rules for the Conduct of Depositions, 22 NYCRR § 221.1, et seq, in particular Section 221.2, which prohibits, except in certain instances, directing a witness not to answer a question. Rulings concerning disputed objections may be obtained by calling the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery Exception: Where an Order of Protection prohibits one party from contacting another party, the party who believes that discovery is not being complied with shall contact the Part Clerk without contacting the opposing party. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery e. Compliance Conferences – The Court will conduct a Compliance Conference as directed at the Preliminary Conference. At least twenty-four (24) hours prior to any scheduled Compliance Conference, counsel shall file deficiency notices setting forth with specificity any alleged discovery deficiencies, as the failure to do so may result in a waive and/or preclusion. At the Compliance Conference, the Court will ensure that discovery is proceeding as scheduled, or has been completed, so that the Court can direct a date by which a Notice of Issue shall be filed and can schedule a Pre-Trial Conference and trial dates. The Court may also conduct a Settlement Conference at this time. Counsel are to be fully familiar with the action as well as all settlement discussions that have previously taken place so that meaningful discussions can be held. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Each party reserves all rights to raise issues and arguments, notwithstanding the admissibility of the document(s). The parties’ failure to stipulate to undisputed matters of fact or the admissibility of documents, thereby generating unnecessary trial time, shall be a factor in evaluating requests for the granting, or denying, or counsel fees, if otherwise authorized. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances f. Settlement Conferences – Per diem counsel are not permitted. Counsel attending the Settlement Conference must be fully familiar with the action and be authorized to discuss all factual and legal issues presented by the litigation, settlement demands or offers, witness scheduling, and trial procedure – including, for example, whether any party or witness will require a translator or accommodation for a physical challenge. Counsel must be authorized to enter into binding settlements on terms agreeable to the parties and to the Court. The Court will explore limitation issues for trial (e.g., in an appropriate case, whether liability may be conceded, or certain claims or defenses withdrawn). See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Counsel are advised that, in an effort to foster settlement discussions, the Court may meet with one side or the other apart from opposing counsel. Counsel are presumed to have consented to the Court doing so unless an objection is stated. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Counsel/self-represented litigants must bring to the Settlement Conference: (1) the complete case file; (2) completed spousal support and child support worksheets; and (3) all evaluation reports. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Counsel/self-represented litigants must exchange settlement proposals at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the Settlement Conference. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances g. Pre-Trial Conferences – At the Pre-Trial Conference, the Court shall be provided with a Trial Notebook with the following included with tabs for each section See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances 6. An exhibit list and pre-marked exhibits. Only those items that are received in evidence will be marked by the reporter. Copies of all exhibits intended to be offered must be presented to the Court in a ringed notebook with a table of contents, with Plaintiff’s exhibits numbered, and Defendant’s exhibits lettered in the order in which they are generally intended to be used, with external tabs separating each exhibit. Counsel shall exchange their notebooks with proposed exhibits at least seven (7) business days prior to the Pre-Trial Conference. Failure to timely submit an exhibit list and proposed exhibits may result in preclusion. At the Pre-trial Conference, counsel must either stipulate to the admission of the exhibits to be offered by the adverse party or state the ground or any objection to admission of any such exhibit. Such Stipulation must be prepared before the Pre-Trial Conference, in writing, so that it may be presented to the Court at the Pre-Trial Conference. Counsel must be prepared to argue to the Court at the Pre-Trial Conference, the admissibility of any exhibits to which an objection is taken. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice a. Any applications addressing the preclusion of evidence, testimony or other trial related matters shall be brought to the attention of the Court immediately upon counsel becoming aware of such matter to be addressed, and at the latest, must be in writing and made returnable on the day of the Pre-Trial Conference. Such motions must be made on no less than seven (7) days’ notice to opposing counsel and/or self-represented parties. To the extent possible, the Court will decide such motions prior to commencement of the trial. Failure to bring the matter before the Court in a timely fashion may result in summary denial of such application. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice b. Motions in Limine must be in writing and made returnable on the day of the Pre- Trial Conference. Such motions must be made no less than ten (10) days’ notice to opposing counsel and/or self-represented parties. Opposition submissions must be made no less than five (5) days’ notice to opposing counsel and/or self-represented parties. No reply submissions may be made. To the extent possible, the Court will decide such motions prior to commencement of the Trial. To the extent that any Motions in Limine are not made timely as set forth herein, such applications will be waived. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice 1. Parties may only file motions and cross motions by Order to Show Cause. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 11 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice APPROVAL PRIOR TO BEING FILED. A party that wishes to make a motion must submit a written request briefly explaining the issue(s) that warrant briefing. Failure to seek permission may result in the Court declining to sign the Order to Show Cause. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 11 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers 3. Proposed Orders to Show Cause submitted for consideration by the Court, in non-efiled cases, must include an email address to permit a confirmed copy of the signed Order to be sent to the movant. If a self-represented litigant does not have an e-mail address, a telephone number shall be provided so the Court can contact the self-represented litigant to arrange pick-up of the signed Order. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 11 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice 4. Absent express permission obtained in advance from the Court, briefs/memoranda of law are limited to twenty (20) pages each, and affirmations and affidavits are limited to fifteen (15) pages each. Papers exceeding these limitations may not be considered, or may be rejected, by the Court. Motion papers are limited to Moving Papers, Opposing Papers, and Reply Papers. Sur-Reply papers are not permitted. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 11 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice 5. There will be no oral argument required on any motion or Order to Show Cause unless directed by the Court. Parties seeking oral argument of a motion or Order to Show Cause may request that oral argument be heard by stating “Oral Argument Requested” above the Index Number on the first page of the papers submitted. If the Court grants the request for oral argument, the Court staff will inform the requesting party’s attorney of the date and time for argument. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 11 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice It is the responsibility of that person to inform all other attorneys of the date and time set, and failure to do so may result in sanctions. A request for oral argument should not be construed as an automatic grant of the same. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 11 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice 6. Except by permission of the Court, all motion papers and Orders to Show Cause must be typewritten (minimum 12-point type), double-spaced, and entirely legible, including exhibits. Plaintiffs shall designate exhibits by number; Defendants shall designate exhibits by letter. Exhibit lettering or numbering should not begin anew for subsequent papers submitted by the same party. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 11 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses 7. Reference to exhibits longer than ten (10) pages shall indicate the page number on which the information cited is contained. Should the exhibit not contain page numbers, the exhibit shall be bates-stamped. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 12 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery 9. Deposition/Examination before Trial transcripts included as exhibits must be single, front-faced pages only. Parties shall not submit manuscripts. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 12 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers 10. All counsel shall submit a self-addressed stamped envelope with their moving or opposition papers (except in e-filed cases), and to allow a copy of the Decision and/or Order to be mailed to the party. The case’s name and Index Number, and return date of the motion, should appear on the envelope. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 12 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances b. Orders, judgments, counter-orders and/or counter-judgments submitted for signature on notice will be returned, unless an Affidavit of Service and Notice of Settlement for a date designated in accordance with 22 NYCRR § 202.48 has been included. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 12 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances J. Interpreters – In the event a translator or interpreter is required, Counsel shall notify the Part Clerk at least seventy-two (72) hours before the appearance, so that timely and appropriate arrangements can be made. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 13 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses M. Objections – Objections to questions at trial are to be limited to the objecting party standing (if physically able) and stating “Objection,” and no more than a one-or two-word statement as to the basis for the objection. Speaking objections are prohibited. If the Court requires further explanation of the objection, the Court will ask for further explanation, or invite Counsel to approach at side bar. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 13 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses N. Use of Videotapes – If a party intends to use a videotape at trial, that party shall submit a copy of the videotape (or other video recording) and transcript of the proceedings, if applicable, to the Court at least two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled trial date in order to allow the Court to rule on the admissibility of the videotape (or other video recording), and any objections made during the video recording. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 13 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses O. Displays & Monitors – The Court provides no electronic support. Specifically, counsel must bring all equipment it plans to utilize during trial (i.e., screens, monitors, etc.). See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 13 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies P. Post-Trial – In accordance with the schedule set by the Court, the parties must submit and upload to NYSCEF: (1) a transcript of the proceeding; (2) closing memoranda; and (3) any other documents required to complete the record for purposes of appeal. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 13 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments a. Counsel must notify the Court by email or NYSCEF of the settlement, or withdrawal, of any action or proceeding immediately upon such settlement or withdrawal. A copy of the signed Stipulation of Discontinuance, which has been (or will be) submitted to the County Clerk shall be submitted to the Part Clerk. The matter will not be marked disposed until the Stipulation of Discontinuance is filed with the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 13 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice a. Except in cases where an attorney is replaced by another attorney on consent, any change or withdrawal of counsel must be approved by the Court on motion, brought by Order to Show Cause, pursuant to CPLR § 321. The Court does not recognize the purported withdrawal of Counsel where such withdrawal would result in a party becoming a self-represented litigant (except where the party is an attorney) by the filing of a “Consent to Change Attorney” form. The use of a “Consent to Change Attorney” form to withdraw where a party becomes a self-represented litigant is specifically prohibited. Any attempt to do so will not be recognized by the Court. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 14 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances a. Court Policy - It is the policy of the Unified Court System to encourage the resolution of civil legal disputes by methods including mediation, arbitration, neutral evaluation, in-court settlement practices, and summary jury trials. All civil actions or proceedings heard in the Supreme Court, shall be presumptively eligible for early referral to an alternative dispute resolution process unless otherwise excluded. Courts may refer parties to an ADR process at any time after an action has been commenced and are encouraged to do so at the earliest appropriate opportunity. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_JLHyer.pdf) · Source page 15 · Collected 2026-10-27 ### Shared court rules - [22 NYCRR Part 200 — Uniform Rules Courts Exercising Criminal Jurisdiction](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/ny-shared-set-5e0f997e8c334d15fbc4) — State criminal proceedings only; section-specific court and case exceptions remain applicable. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-200-uniform-rules-courts-exercising-criminal-jurisdiction). Collected 2026-10-27. - [22 NYCRR Part 202 — Uniform Civil Rules Supreme Court And County Court](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/ny-shared-set-bf1c7eb9020e52eed65d) — Civil actions and proceedings only; section-specific and specialized-part restrictions remain applicable. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-202-uniform-civil-rules-supreme-court-and-county-court). Collected 2026-10-27. - [Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-99a7824bb8e009643f842c03) — Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true). Collected 2026-07-26. - [Part 29: Electronic Recording and Audio-Visual Coverage in Court Facilities and of Court Proceedings](https://knowjudges.com/courtroom-rules/national-shared-set-34fe480ab82f22fa3c31d257) — Scope is limited to the court class in the source claim. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory. [Official source](https://www.nycourts.gov/rules/part-29-electronic-recording-and-audio-visual-coverage-court-facilities-and-court-proceedings?from_node=15921&topic=386&wrapped=true). Collected 2026-07-26.