--- title: "Sarika Kapoor | KnowJudges" canonical: "https://knowjudges.com/kyj/judge/sarika-kapoor" page_type: "judge_profile" updated: "2026-08-02" --- # Sarika Kapoor Nassau County Supreme Court, Civil Term · Acting Supreme Court Justice, IAS Part 31 ## Profile - Court: Nassau County Supreme Court, Civil Term - State: New York - Role: Acting Supreme Court Justice, IAS Part 31 - Service status: active - Last verified: 2026-07-28 ## Summary Official judge-specific and circuitwide procedural guidance has been located for this profile. ## Biography ### Professional career - Judge, Court of Claims, Appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul, 2022 to Present - Appointed judge of the New York State Court of Claims, serving since 2022 under Governor Kathy Hochul, and is also an Acting Supreme Court Justice in Nassau County - Acting Justice, Supreme Court, Nassau County, Appointed by Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence K. Marks, 2022 to 2026 - She also serves as an Acting Supreme Court Justice in Nassau County, designated by Chief Administrative Judge Lawrence K. Marks in 2022 - NYS Unified Court System, Supreme Court, Tenth Judicial District, Appointed by Nassau County Administrative Judge, Thomas A. Adams, Special Election Referee, 2015 to 2022 - NYS Unified Court System, Supreme Court, Nassau County, Associate Court Attorney, 2011 to 2022 - NYS Unified Court System, Supreme Court, Tenth Judicial District, Appointed by Chief Administrative Judge of the Courts to Serve in Nassau County, Small Claims Tax Assessment Review Hearing Office, 2005 to 2022 - NYS Unified Court System, Supreme Court, Nassau County, Interim Law Clerk to Hon. Jerome C. Murphy, 2017 - NYS Unified Court System, Nassau County, Senior Court Attorney, 2009 to 2011 - NYS Unified Court System, Supreme Court, Nassau County, Interim Law Clerk to Hon. William R. LaMarca, 2009 - NYS Unified Court System, Nassau County, Court Attorney, 2005 to 2009 ### Education - J.D. — Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University — 2005 - Queens College, City University of New York — B.A. (2001) ### Additional information - Joined the New York Court of Claims on May 27, 2022 for a term ending March 30, 2031. - Kapoor lives with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism caused by a mutation in the FGFR3 gene. - Active in organizations such as Understanding Dwarfism and Little People of America - Kapoor has participated in diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the New York State Unified Court System’s “Diversity Dialogues” podcast, where she shared her experiences and advocacy for accessibility in the judicial system - She is a first-generation American, born in New Delhi, India, and emigrated to the U.S. at age seven ## 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 ### trial equipment and exhibit binder Scope: judge specific Justice Kapoor requires a physical indexed trial-exhibit binder and directs parties to bring their own laptops, cables, and other trial equipment because the court provides no electronic support. Evidence excerpt: An indexed binder or notebook of trial exhibits shall also be submitted for the Court's use. Electronic Equivalents will not suffice for the Court. The Court provides no equipment or electronic support. [Justice Sarika Kapoor IAS Part 31 Rules](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) Source checked: 2026-07-28 ### 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 ## Sources - [Official profile](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) - [Official roster](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) - [New York State Unified Court System official judicial roster](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) - [Nassau County Supreme Court current roster, IAS Part 31](https://www.nycourts.gov/courts/10th-jd-nassau/nassau-county-supreme-court/nassau-supreme-court-judges) - [Justice Sarika Kapoor IAS Part 31 Rules](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) - [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) - [Judicial Directory: Hon. 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[Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Remote appearances Emails: All emails should be sent to JudgeKapoorRemote@nycourts.gov. The subject line of every email must include the Index Number and Title of the action. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies Counsel must ensure that their email address is correct and current on NYSCEF. The Court will send emails to the recipients listed on NYSCEF for the subject case and will assume all emails are received once sent. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Courtroom conduct and technology Pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) must, where practicable, provide a valid email address 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Phone Telephone calls to chambers are reserved for pro se litigants and urgent matters, Calls: ONLY. Answers to many administrative questions may be found in these Part Rules. All other questions should first be directed to the Part Clerk, Leigh A. Reddy, via telephone (516) 493-3375 or via email lareddy@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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies All documents in mandatory e-filed cases, except documents subject to the opt-out provision of 22 NYCRR 202.5-bb 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 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies Pro se (self-represented) litigants are not required to submit to e-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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) opting to participate in e-filing shall familiarize themselves with the statewide e-filing rules (22 NYCRR 202.5-b, 202.5-bb, available at www.nycourts.gov/efile). See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 1 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies General questions about e-filing should be addressed to the E-Filing Resource Center at (646) 386-3033 or nyscef@nycourts.gov. Information about local procedures are available at NassauProtocol.pdf. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Submissions: Unless otherwise directed, motions, including Orders to Show Cause, will be decided on SUBMISSIONS ONLY. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Return The Court may, on occasion, administratively adjourn or advance motion return dates Dates: to coincide with a previously scheduled conference and/or with the return dates of other motions filed in that matter. In the event a case is already scheduled for a conference with this Part, counsel should endeavor to coincide the return date of a motion, where feasible, with the previously scheduled conference. Where a motion is previously filed, any subsequent movants shall endeavor to coincide the return date(s) of any such subsequently filed motions, where possible. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery Working As pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) are not required to submit to e-filing, a courtesy Copies: working copy must be provided to the Courtroom/Part Clerk and all adversaries upon submission. Opposition papers need not duplicate deposition transcripts or voluminous medical records annexed to the moving papers and may refer to the relevant exhibit cited by the movant. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Oral arguments may be requested only by the moving party. The non-movant may be granted oral argument provided they offer a valid reason and basis for orally arguing same. The Court may also request oral arguments on 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Adjournments:Provided that an adjournment of a motion is on consent, counsel and pro se (self- represented) litigant(s) are required to stipulate to the new agreed upon motion schedule and submit a fully executed schedule to NYSCEF with a courtesy copy emailed to JudgeKapoorRemote@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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice MSJ: Except with leave of Court on good cause shown, motions for summary judgment shall be filed no later than sixty (60) days after the filing of the Note of Issue. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice OSC: Motions may be brought by Orders to Show Cause (OSC) only when there is a genuine urgency, a stay is required, or a statute so mandates (22 NYCRR 202.8-d). See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 2 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice In a true emergency, the Court, in its discretion may dispense with the 24-hour notice requirement. An “Emergency” OSC requires a special affidavit based upon personal knowledge and an affirmation explaining in detail the nature of the emergency. If the opposing party requests oral argument concerning the request for a TRO or other emergency relief, said request shall be made immediately upon receipt of notice required by 22 NYCRR 202.7(f) via letter uploaded to NYSCEF and email copy to JudgeKapoorRemote@nycourts.gov on notice to all counsel/pro se (self-represented) litigant(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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Withdrawal/ Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) must advise the Court, in writing, and Settlement as soon as practicable, if any motion, submitted or unsubmitted, has been resolved, or of Motions: rendered moot because the case has settled or an issue is otherwise resolved. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies Such notification must include all adversaries and must also be uploaded to NYSCEF. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice If a motion is resolved, in whole or in part, on the record, counsel shall obtain the transcript of the record so that same can be “So-Ordered.” See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Days: Unless otherwise directed, all conferences shall be held IN PERSON, Monday through Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The matter will be conferenced by the Court once all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) are present, on a first come first served basis. To avoid the situation where one or more side is waiting idly for an adversary to appear at a conference, it is suggested that all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) attempt to coordinate with each other in advance as to what time they will be able to appear for the 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Discovery Unless there is a pending discovery motion, in lieu of appearing in person for a Stipulations: conference, all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) may file a proposed discovery stipulation on NYSCEF under the document type “Stipulation – Discovery (Request to So Order).” A courtesy copy must also be emailed to JudgeKapoorRemote@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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery The proposed stipulation must list the conference date and set forth “on or before” dates for all outstanding discovery, including paper discovery, depositions, and medical examinations. The stipulation should also suggest a date to return for a certification conference. The certification conference must be scheduled on any Monday through See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 3 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Any proposed stipulation must be filed and emailed as directed above by no later than 3:00 p.m. on the business day preceding the scheduled conference. An untimely stipulation will not be considered, and in that event, counsel and pro se (self- represented) litigant(s) must appear in person for the 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) unable to stipulate to any discovery issues or dates must appear in-person as scheduled. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances The Court may, on its own prerogative, may also require an in person conference – despite the parties’ 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery Certification If counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) agree that discovery is complete, they Conferences/ may also choose to file a fully executed stipulation on NYSCEF, stating that discovery Stipulations: is complete. A copy must also be emailed to JudgeKapoorRemote@nycourts.gov by 3:00 p.m. on the business day preceding the scheduled certification conference. Upon the Court’s satisfaction, a certification order will be issued, and the in-person appearance 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Pretrial Pretrial settlement conferences (PTSCs) will be held the Judge – ONLY if the See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances 1. An offer and a demand must be exchanged prior to the 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances 2. Unless the litigant is pro se, the appearance of only handling attorneys or an attorney with full authority to settle case is 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances 3. Unless the Court also requires the parties’ appearance at the PTSC, clients must be reachable by phone during the 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers The conference will NOT be held unless these requirements are met. Parties and/or their counsel are required to notify chambers via email, no later than 3:00 p.m. on the business day preceding the conference, whether they are able to and wish to participate in person for the PTSC. If they are unable to participate, the conference will be canceled, and the next date will be in the DCM Pretrial Part or the Calendar Control Part. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Virtuals: Virtual conferences will be held at the Court’s discretion. Any conference specifically slated to be held virtually will require MS Teams technology. Counsel and pro se (self- represented) litigant(s) are to use the MS Teams link sent in the calendar invitation by the Court. All counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) appearing on a virtual conference must have a working camera. Recording of the proceeding (by anyone other than the Court) is strictly PROHIBITED. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 4 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers Per Diems: Per diem covering counsel are welcome in this Part. However, it is required that all attorneys appearing in this Part have complete knowledge of the facts and be fully vested with authority to enter into agreements, both substantive and procedural, on behalf of their clients. Attorneys appearing at any conference must also have telephone access to their respective clients, claims adjusters, or persons with authority to settle a matter, including handling 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances ADR: In light of the Mandatory Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) program, all cases before the Court will be scheduled on two separate tracks. One track will be the settlement/ADR track and appearances on the settlement track can be scheduled before the IAS Part, a JHO or volunteer mediators. The parties are also free, as always, to take part in private mediation. The second track will be compliance/certification track and that shall remain with the IAS part. However, parties should expect that EVERY conference before the IAS Part will also be a settlement conference, and parties should appear with the authority to settle the matter. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments PC Dept.: PCs are held according to the rules set forth in 22 NYCRR 202.19 and will be scheduled and conducted by the PC Part (Tel. No.: 516.493.3120). As such, requests for adjournments of PCs are to be addressed to the PC Part, not 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments No adjournments of discovery deadlines set forth in the PC Order shall be permitted without prior Court permission. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Deposition Deposition dates specified in the PC Order may not be adjourned to a later date without Dates: prior Court approval. Requests for adjournments of deposition dates shall be made by sending a letter as an attachment and emailing the adjournment request form to chambers at least three business days before the scheduled deposition date. Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) requesting the adjournment must state a reasonable basis for the request, a proposed new deposition schedule with firm dates, and whether the request is on consent of all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments Form: Applications to adjourn conferences, motions, depositions, or any other matter are to be made using the Request for Adjournment Form (KapoorAdjReq.pdf) and sent to JudgeKapoorRemote@nycourts.gov. The Adjournment Form is to be filled out completely and must be received by Chambers no later than 3:00 p.m. on the business day preceding the scheduled event. Adjournment requests that are left on the chamber’s Page 5 of 11 See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 5 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Adjournments This Part must approve all adjournments of appearances and court ordered deadlines. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Discovery All counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) are required to meet and confer, in Disputes: good faith, before involving the Court or making any discovery motion, including a motion to vacate a note of issue (22 NYCRR 202.20-f). It is the policy of this Part to not accept letters as good faith efforts, unless a series of letters indicates an interaction among counsel, and not just a one-sided statement. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery Any discovery issues that may potentially impact the holding of party depositions must be addressed sufficiently in advance of the Court ordered deposition dates. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice Pre-Motion No discovery related motion may be filed until the issues are first conferred with Conferences: the Court. Prior to making or filing any discovery motions, the purported movant must schedule a conference so as to permit the parties and the Court to attempt to resolve the issue(s). Such request must include a summary of the discovery related issues, and an affirmation of good faith in compliance with 22 NYCRR 202.20-f. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Subject to the Court’s availability, all trials and hearings shall continue day-to-day until completed. Each day shall begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. and conclude at 4:30 p.m. until the trial has come to an end. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Counsel shall be ready and prepared to discuss the following matters at the Pretrial See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Motion practice ▪ In limine applications: Motions in limine must be made returnable at least twenty days prior to jury selection, if possible. To the extent possible, the Court will decide such motions prior to commencement of jury selection and/or the commencement of a bench trial, as applicable. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Communications with chambers - All counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) intending to make a motion in limine shall submit a written affirmation setting forth the nature of the application and any supporting statutory or case law. Motions in limine should be e-Filed as “Pre-trial Memorandum” document type on NYSCEF and shall also be emailed 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 6 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses evidence) will be addressed in limine. It is the responsibility of all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) to alert the Court as to which exhibits are marked for identification only. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses - Charges from the most recent and current Pattern Jury Instructions may be identified by number without necessity of reproduction unless a modification of the standard charge is requested, in which case the modification is to be highlighted. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances ▪ Proposed Verdict Sheets: A Proposed Verdict Sheet, jointly prepared by all counsel/pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) must be submitted by email in Microsoft Word format to the Court’s remote email (JudgeKapoorRemote@nycourts.gov), as directed by the Court and no later than the first Pre-Trial Conference before this Part. If counsel/pro se (self- represented) litigant(s) cannot agree to the questions to be posed to the jury prior to the Pre-Trial Conference, each side shall submit a Proposed Verdict Sheet by email in Microsoft Word format to the Court’s remote email (JudgeKapoorRemote@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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Discovery ▪ Deposition Transcripts: If deposition transcripts are to be utilized, a complete copy of that deposition transcript should be made available to the Court at the pretrial conference. All counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) must separately provide to the Court those portions of the testimony to be offered into evidence on a their case-in-chief. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses ▪ Witnesses/Expert Witnesses: Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) shall advise the Court of the witnesses to be called, and if any are experts, shall further provide the information required by CPLR 3101 (d)(1)(I). See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses - Expert witnesses: Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) shall, with respect to each expert witness that that party intends to call, submit a See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 7 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses list identifying with specificity any record, report, photograph, film, computer animation, x-ray, CT scan, MRI, EMG study or similar item or items to which an expert witness is expected to make reference as supporting in whole or in part the opinion he/she will offer. Where the exhibit is a many page document such as a hospital record, office record or voluminous (more than ten) page business record, counsel and pro se (self- represented) litigant(s) shall identify by way of tabs, Post-Its®, page numbering or similar device, the particular page or pages to which reference will 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances ▪ Pre-Trial Memoranda & Exhibit Book. Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) shall submit pre-trial memoranda at the pre- trial conference. Pre-trial memoranda shall not exceed 25 pages. An indexed binder or notebook of trial exhibits shall also be submitted for the Court’s use. Electronic Equivalents will not suffice for 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses ▪ Scheduling: Counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) must be fully prepared to discuss trial schedules, the number of witnesses to be called at trial, the estimated length of the trial, 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses - Scheduling Witnesses: At the commencement of the trial, or at such time as the Court dictates, each party shall identify in writing the witness(es) it intends to call, the order in which they shall testify and the estimated length of their testimony and shall provide a copy of such witness list to opposing parties and/or counsel if applicable, and the Court. All counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) shall separately identify for the Court only a list of the witnesses who may be called solely for rebuttal or with regard to credibility. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses - The Court provides no equipment or electronic support. Specifically, all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) must bring all equipment it plans to utilize during trial (i.e., laptops, cables, 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 8 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Objections at Objections at trial should be stated without grounds and/or argument. If further Trial: 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Evidence/ Prior to the first day of trial, each side shall have marked its exhibits into evidence those Exhibits: to which no objection has been made. A single combined Exhibit List should be presented to the Court in advance of the Trial. The exhibit list must state each pre- marked exhibit number, or letter, and provide a brief description of the Exhibit (Ex. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses "Exhibit 1 - Summons with Notice", etc.). The Exhibit List must also indicate which exhibits can be admitted into evidence on consent. All other exhibits must be marked for identification. As to those exhibits marked for identification, the Court will address their admissibility in limine or during the trial, as may be appropriate. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses All trial exhibits, whether the parties stipulate to admit them into evidence or not, shall be pre-marked with the Court reporter. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Parties and/or their counsel are responsible for taking back all exhibits, pleadings, transcripts, etc., at the end of a trial, unless, in the case of non-jury trials, the Court reserves its decision. In all cases, exhibits, pleadings, transcripts, etc., not retrieved within thirty (30) days of verdict or after the Court renders a decision in a non-jury trial, shall be disposed. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Subpoenaed Except as otherwise permitted by the CPLR, subpoenaed records for trial must be sent Records: to the Subpoenaed Records Room. Trial authorizations should be filled out accordingly. It is the responsibility of all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) to ensure that the subpoenaed records have arrived in the Records Room before trial. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Malpractice In cases involving claims of professional negligence, on the next trial session after a Departures: party rests, or at such other time as the Court may direct, each plaintiff shall furnish the Court and all parties and/or counsel with a final list of the alleged departures from the standards of good and accepted practice which that party asserts or testifies to by its expert witness or witnesses. Page references to the trial transcript are 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances 48 Hour Non-jury trials are subject to scheduling upon forty-eight (48) hours notice. It is the Notice: obligation of all counsel and pro se (self-represented) litigant(s) to contact the Court within twenty-four (24) hours prior to the start of the trial to confirm the appearance of all parties. Failure to contact the Court may result in the trial date being changed or vacated. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Pre Trial An in-person conference with the Court shall precede the commencement of all nonjury Page 9 of 11 See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 9 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Conference: trials, at which time counsel shall comply with all requirements listed above in the “Pre-Trial Conference” section, including but not limited to pre-trial memoranda. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Closing It shall be determined by the Court (on the first trial day), in consultation with counsel, Arguments/ whether closing arguments will be made (in a bench trial) and/or if a post- trial Summations: memorandum will be submitted. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Closing Arguments: If closing arguments will be made, said arguments shall begin immediately after the trial has concluded. Time limits may be imposed by the Court for closing arguments. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Post-Trial Memoranda: If a post-trial memoranda are required, said memoranda shall be submitted by both sides simultaneously on a Court given date. The right to submit a post-trial memoranda shall be deemed waived if not timely submitted 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/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Filing and working copies Post-trial memoranda will be marked as Court exhibits and shall be part of the record. A copy of each side’s post-trial brief shall be served on all other parties, simultaneously with such filing with the Court. Responses to the post-trial memoranda are prohibited and will not be considered. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Trial exhibits and witnesses Transcript: Upon conclusion, the parties and/or counsel shall be required to provide the Court with a full and complete transcript of the trial. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.pdf) · Source page 10 · Collected 2026-10-27 #### Conferences and appearances Required The infant’s compromise paperwork submitted to the ICC must include, inter alia, (i) Paperwork: a medical report/affidavit indicating whether the injured infant plaintiff has fully recovered, and if not, the nature and extent of the injuries and anticipated future treatment, if any, and related medical records where applicable; (ii) proof of settlement of the infant’s claim from defense counsel, in writing; and (iii) defense counsel’s waiver of appearance at the Infant’s Compromise Hearing, in writing. Such paperwork must also otherwise comply with all applicable rules concerning the compromise of an infant’s claim. See document heading and cited passage; do not apply outside the issuing part or proceeding. [Official rules document](https://www.nycourts.gov/LegacyPDFS/COURTS/10JD/nassau/partrules/KapoorPartRules.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.