--- title: "Maria S. Vazquez Doles | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/maria-s-vazquez-doles" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-08-02" --- # Maria S. Vazquez Doles Orange County Supreme Court · Supreme Court Justice ## Profile - Court: Orange 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, Goshen, NY, 2014-2027 - Town Justice, New York Town and Village Justice Courts, Town of Monroe, Monroe, NY, 2009-2013 - Practitioner, Law Office of Maria S. Vazquez-Doles, General Practice of Law, NY, 2002-2013 - Professor, Monroe College (2010) - Law Clerk, New York State Supreme Court, Civil Branch, NY, 2004-2004 - Court Attorney, New York State Supreme Court, Civil Branch, NY, 2001-2002 ### Education - Touro College — J.D. (1997) - Touro Law School (Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center) — J.D. (1997) - CUNY Brooklyn College — B.A. (1982) ### Additional information - Real Estate Broker, NY, 1999-2013 - prof, Monroe College, NY, 2010-2010 - Of Counsel-Litigation Manager, Owens Corning Integrex, 1998-2000 - Lewis Silverman at the Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, Touro College, NY, 1996-1997 - Judicial Intern, The Criminal Court of the City of New York, New York, New York, NY, 1996-1996 - Legal Research Assistant to Prof. - Expecting attorneys to be fully prepared with depositions, medical records, offers/demands, and all discovery details - Awards and Professional Associations - Business Attorney of the Year - Past President, Friends of the Monroe Free Library - Former Chair, Latino Democratic Committee of Orange County - Orange County Annual Youth Bureau 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=6r7jXDNFOe7H6d/yiJuAbQ%3D%3D) - [Official roster](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=6r7jXDNFOe7H6d/yiJuAbQ%3D%3D) - [New York State Unified Court System Judicial Directory official judicial roster](https://iapps.courts.state.ny.us/judicialdirectory/Bio?judge_id=6r7jXDNFOe7H6d/yiJuAbQ%3D%3D) - [CourtListener judicial biographical directory](https://www.courtlistener.com/person/15126/maria-s-vazquez-doles/) - [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/15126/maria-s-vazquez-doles/) ## JSON-LD ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/maria-s-vazquez-doles", "url": "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/maria-s-vazquez-doles", "name": "Maria S. 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[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/courts/9jd/PartRules/PR_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Appearances by Counsel with Knowledge and Authority: All counsel who appear before the Court must be familiar with the case and be fully authorized to enter into agreements as to both substantive and procedural matters on behalf of their clients. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Attorneys appearing of counsel to the attorneys of record and self-represented parties shall be held to the same requirements. Failure to comply with this rule may be regarded as a default and dealt with appropriately. All counsel and self-represented parties must be on time for all scheduled appearances. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Rule 2. Attorneys and litigants must check in with the Part Clerk arrival. If your appearance is required elsewhere that day, please inform the Part Clerk upon arrival and note the location and time of that appearance. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Rule 4. ALL ADJOURNMENTS MUST BE APPROVED BY THE COURT. IF NOT 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments A) Applications to adjourn, on consent, must be received, by Chambers, via facsimile at least 48 hours prior to scheduled appearance. USE OF THE PART ADJOURNMENT FORM IS REQUIRED. (See last page of rules). All requests must be accompanied by three (3) proposed dates for adjournment on consent of all parties, including the attorney for the children, in a single submission to the Court. Proof must accompany any Emergency application when less than 48 hours is available. Trial dates may not be adjourned without PRE- APPROVAL of the JUDGE. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments B) If the application is based on counsel’s actual engagement on another matter, an Affirmation of Actual Engagement, in conformity with 22 NYCRR Part 125, must be filed with the Court. A Request for Adjournment Form must also accompany your Affirmation of Actual 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments C) If the adjournment is granted, the applicant must fax notification to all parties on the same day the application is granted. Please bring proof of notification to Court on adjourned date. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments D) Adjournment requests which are left on the Chamber's voice mail will be disregarded, and counsel is expected to appear unless the adjournment is specifically granted 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances A) MATRIMONIAL ACTIONS; pursuant to 22 NYCRR §202.16(f)(1), there must be an exchange of papers ten(10) days prior to the Preliminary Conference date. These papers shall include those listed in sub-paragraphs (i) - (vi) of §202.16(f)(1). In addition to those exchanged between parties, counsel shall also file directly with the Court, a copy of the pleadings, the net worth statement, the most recent W2's or pay stubs. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice B) MATRIMONIAL and IAS cases; a copy of all pleadings, SEPARATE FROM ANY MOTIONS, must be submitted to the Court before or at the Preliminary conference. Failure to comply with this rule may result in the assessment of costs. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments C) Adjournments of the Preliminary Conference will not be granted, absent a compelling reason. Counsel is directed to review the provisions of 22 NYCRR §202.12 and §202.16(f) concerning preliminary conferences. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice A) Litigation by letter is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. UNSOLICITED LETTERS WILL BE DISREGARDED, and not considered or addressed by the Court. Where matters cannot be resolved between the parties, motions are to be served and filed in accordance with the CPLR, or an oral application made to the Court during an appearance. In limited circumstances, at the discretion of the Court, a conference call with all the attorneys may be arranged with the Principal Court 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers B) All motions must be paid for and filed with the Orange County Clerk’s Office prior to filing with the Supreme Court Clerk. Do NOT send motion fees to chambers as they will be returned to you. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice C) Motions are to be served and filed in conformity with the CPLR §2214. Copies of Affidavits of service must also be submitted to the Court, after the original is filed with the County Clerk. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice D) Motions shall be double spaced, on one side only and limited to 20 pages, excluding exhibits. All exhibits must be clearly tabbed and pages numbered. Motions not consistent with this rule will be rejected and disposed of without considering the merits. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice F) Appearances are not required on the return date of motions, UNLESS otherwise directed 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers G) In cases which are e-filed, the Court DOES NOT require a COURTESY or WORKING HARD COPY to be sent directly to chambers. Signed Orders to Show Cause will be faxed to the movant for service upon opposing counsel. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments H) The Court will determine, after submission, whether oral argument is warranted. Upon such determination, counsel for all parties will be contacted and advised of the new adjourned date for purposes of oral argument. If an appearance on the OTSC/Motion is required, there will be a notation on the front page. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice I) Motions for Summary Judgment shall be filed no later than 60 days from the filing of the Note of Issue, except as otherwise Ordered by the Judge. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice J) All motions seeking pendente lite relief, including counsel fees, shall comply with 22 NYCRR §202.16(k), and include a copy of all pleadings and a Statement of net worth. Any motion seeking an award of counsel fees must be supported by an affirmation of service, a retainer agreement, and detailed bill. (See 22 NYCRR §202.16(k)(3)). 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice K) All motions to renew or reargue must be clearly designated and include, as exhibits, a complete copy of all papers filed in support of the motion sought to be reargued; including a copy of the Decision and Order of the Court. Failure to do so will result in a summary denial of the application. If e-filed, exhibits must be separately tabbed. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice (1) Requests to continue or vacate a stay or TRO beyond the return date of the motion shall be made on the call of the motion calendar. Failure to apply for such extension shall result in the automatic vacatur of the stay or TRO, unless the Order to Show Cause provides otherwise. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice (2) An “Emergency” Order to Show Cause requires a special affidavit based upon personal knowledge and an affirmation explaining in detail the nature of the emergency. In addition to the foregoing, the movant should be prepared to appear in Court and to make a record before the Court on the date of filing. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice M) Counsel shall immediately notify the Court, by way of a letter withdrawing the motion, if it becomes unnecessary to decide a motion. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice N) If all or part of the submitted motion is settled, counsel shall forward the original Stipulation of Settlement to the Court with a letter that sets forth the date the motion was submitted, the issues which have settled, and those issues that remain unresolved. When settled on the record, in whole or in part, counsel must obtain transcripts for so ordering by the Court, pursuant to CPLR §2219. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice O) The Court WILL NOT hold motions in abeyance. Motions must be formally withdrawn by letter within seven (7) days of the staying event. (Examples include: Loan modifications, bankruptcy, death, 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice P) All motions decided on the record must be reduced to writing pursuant to CPLR §2219, prior to any request for enforcement. The successful party should prepare and submit a proposed order, on notice of settlement, with a copy of the transcript, to the Court for signature within 30 days of said oral decision. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Rule 7. Parties requesting a stay must submit proof to support the request, such as death certificate, proof of bankruptcy filing, letter granting loan modification, etc. If granted, the matter will be calendared for 2-6 months for a status conference, appearances required. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers A) All communications with chambers shall include; the title of the action, full names of the parties, the date the matter is next on the Court’s calendar and the index number. Copies shall simultaneously be delivered to all counsel and noted on the letter. Ex parte written communications will be disregarded and discarded. Letter requests for Orders will also be ignored and discarded UNLESS prior permission is granted by the Judge. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers B) Copies of correspondence between counsel shall not be sent to the Court. Such copies shall be disregarded and discarded. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances C) No out of Court settlement will be recognized or accepted, unless counsel submits a letter, on notice to opposing counsel and, if applicable, the Attorney for the Child(ren), along with the executed settlement agreement/stipulation. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers D) The Court will not accept ex parte telephone communications on substantive issues. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers F) Facsimiles to chambers shall be no more than 10 pages in length. Submissions larger than 10 pages must be mailed or hand delivered. DO NOT FAX copies of pleadings, motions, answering papers, statements of net worth, or statements of proposed dispositions. This is prohibited and they will be discarded. Please mail hard copy or deliver them to the Supreme Court Clerk. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers G) E-mail communications will not be addressed except at the discretion of 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments A) All parties, and counsel with knowledge and authority of the case, must attend the settlement and/or pre-trial conference. There will be NO adjournments without the Court’s consent. Litigants and insurance adjusters must be present unless otherwise directed by the Judge. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses 2)Trial Notebooks: All trial cases, including inquests upon default, require trial notebooks. These notebooks shall include; 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery - a copy of the marked pleadings, and - a copy of all decisions, including appellate decisions on the case, and - a copy of all exhibits - separately and consecutively tabbed [Numbers for Plaintiff; Letters for Defendant], except VOLUMINOUS medical or and financial records, and - a list of proposed witnesses, the order in which they will testify, and the estimated length of their testimony; and - a list of all expert witnesses, with copies of their reports; and - a list of requested jury charges and proposed verdict sheet if appropriate - If deposition transcripts are to be utilized, a copy of the witness' deposition Counsel for the parties shall consult prior to trial and shall, in good faith, attempt to agree upon the portions of deposition testimony to be offered into evidence without objection. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses In Matrimonial actions trial books shall include all of the above as well as; -An accounting of any claimed pendente lite arrears, supported by backup documentation; and 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Rule 14. Objections during trial should be stated distinctly, with the grounds only. If further argument is appropriate, it will be invited 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice ORDERS concluding the matter but NOT SUBMITTED WILL RESULT IN AN ABANDONMENT of the case, and marked off calendar pursuant to CPLR §3404, followed by a dismissal after 1 year. Matters will only be restored, upon a proper showing in a Motion to Restore, which is timely 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances (1) a copy of the transcript, if the order was done on the record. The line number in the transcript must be identified for the Court to compare language. (2) An affidavit of service and Notice of Settlement for a date designated in accordance with 22 NYCRR 202.48. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Do not fax proposed orders or judgments. Please submit a hard original to 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies D) QDROs/DROs must be pre-approved by the plan Administrator. Proof of approval must accompany the submission or it 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies E) Subpoenas directed to libraries, hospitals, municipalities and their departments and bureaus, must be “So Ordered” by the Court pursuant to CPLR §2307. Notice of the forth coming subpoena must be served upon the municipality or agency at least one day prior to the submission for signature by the Court. Proof of service must be filed with the proposed subpoena. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances B) Once the parties have executed a matrimonial Stipulation of Settlement, the first and last page, including both parties’ signature, shall be faxed to the Court indicating that the matter has settled. The original, fully executed, stipulation shall be filed with the judgment papers, within 30 days. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Request for admission PRO HAC VICE, shall be made by Order to Show Cause and shall be accompanied by a proposed order and an affidavit in support from a member of the Bar of the State of New York, and an affidavit of the applicant, and a recent certificate of good standing from the applicant. The affidavit of the applicant must advise the court as to how many times the applicant has been admitted in New York pro hac vice, whether that admission pro hac vice has been vacated, and whether the applicant has even been or is presently subject to a disciplinary proceeding. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments H) Stipulations of discontinuance must be filed within 30 days of settlement of a case. If more time is needed, please submit a request on the Part adjournment form. Discontinuance should include a withdrawal of any outstanding motions. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies Actions before the Hon. Maria S.Vazquez-Doles, J.S.C. are subject to MANDATORY electronic filing rules at this time, (As of January 18, 2018; Excludes CPLR Article 70, CPLR Article 78, Election Law Proceedings, Mental Hygiene Matters, Matrimonial Matters(unless all consent), SCAR proceedings, Consumer Credit Transactions) 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies A) All parties intending to file electronically must familiarize themselves with the statewide E-Filing Rules Uniform Rule §§ 202.5 and 202.5-bb - available at www.nycourts.gov/efile and the Orange County E-Filing Protocol. General questions about e-filing should be addressed to the E-Filing Resource Center at (646) 386-3033 or efile@nycourts.gov. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Courtroom conduct and technology Specific questions relating to local procedures should be addressed to the Chief Clerk’s Office (845) 476-3429. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers B) If filing electronically, all submissions, including proposed orders, proposed judgments, and letters to the Court, must be through the New York State Courts E-Filing system (NYSCEF). There is no need to submit courtesy or working hard copy to 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses EXCEPTION: All Subpoenas Duces Tecum and Ad Testificatum, to be so-ordered for trial, should still be presented to the Court in Original paper form for signature. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies C) When e-filing documents with exhibits, each exhibit MUST be uploaded as a separate document and titled so as to identify its exhibit number and contents. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers D) Oral Orders must be reduced to writing by obtaining a copy of the transcript and submitting the hard copy to chambers to be so ordered. The so ordered transcript may then be uploaded to the E-filing system. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery E) There shall be NO ELECTRONIC FILING OF DISCOVERY except as allowed under 22 NYCRR§202.5-b(j) 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies F) Consolidated cases shall be e-filed under the most recent index 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice G) Joined cases will require a copy of all motions and responses to be filed under each separate Index number. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Counsel/parties should address questions about scheduling appearances or adjourning appearances to the Part Clerk, Lorraine DeJesus-Hall by facsimile to 845-476-3684. Please use the form below for all adjournment requests. 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_MSVazquez-Doles.pdf) · Source page 10 · 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.