This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
1. The date the motion will be heard by the court. This is sometimes called the “return date,” or the date the motion is “returnable.” The party making the motion (moving party) chooses the date the motion will be heard by the court.
The “one motion rule” for motions to dismiss is based on the principle that, if the defendant is planning on moving to dismiss, since no discovery is necessary, the motion should contain all of the grounds on which the party intends to move. On the other hand, a motion for summary judgment comes after discovery.
ALL MOTIONS shall be made returnable in the Centralized Motion Part (CMP). Parties are required to comply with the CMP rules. All inquires regarding such motions shall be made to the Centralized Motion Part Office at (718) 298-1728.
In order to make a motion in the Court of Claims, you must prepare a set of "motion papers," serve a copy of the motion papers on the opposing party or the opposing party's attorney, and submit the original and two copies of the motion papers to the Clerk of the Court, with an Affidavit of Service (a sworn statement ...
If the client whose attorney seeks to withdraw has consented to substitution of new counsel, the attorney who seeks to withdraw must file a document that bears his signature, as well as the signatures of the attorney who is to be substituted as counsel and the client who has consented to this substitution.
The decision of the court shall be rendered within sixty days after the cause or matter is finally submitted or within sixty days after a motion under rule 4403, whichever is later, unless the parties agree to extend the time.
If the client whose attorney seeks to withdraw has consented to substitution of new counsel, the attorney who seeks to withdraw must file a document that bears his signature, as well as the signatures of the attorney who is to be substituted as counsel and the client who has consented to this substitution.
For all motions, a notice of the motion must be filed with the court and served on all parties at least eight (8) days before the return date. CPLR § R2214(b); Smart Code. Answering papers in opposition to the motion must be filed and served at least two (2) days before the return date. CPLR § R2214(b); Smart Code.
Common grounds for a motion to dismiss in New York include: – Lack of subject matter jurisdiction: The court does not have the authority to hear the case. – Lack of personal jurisdiction: The court does not have power over the defendant.