Timeline of How to File a Lawsuit Step 1: File a Complaint. Plaintiff files a complaint and summons with the local county court. Step 2: Answer Complaint. Step 3: Discovery. Step 4: Failing to Respond to Discovery. Step 5: Conclusion of Lawsuit.
Where are motions returnable? Motions are returnable to 851 Grand Concourse Bronx, New York 10451 in room 217.
Depending on the type of case or procedure, New York's statutes of limitations generally range from one (1) year to six (6) years.
The Civil Court has monetary jurisdiction up to $50,000.00, including replevin when the value of the chattel does not exceed that amount.