The New York County Supreme Court is the main civil court for Manhattan and generally handles matters that are “outside the jurisdiction of other trial courts of more limited jurisdiction.”
What Cases Are Held at the NY County Supreme Court?
The NY Supreme Court handles cases with more than $50,000 in damages at stake. This could include truck accidents, aviation accidents, train accidents, serious car accidents, construction accidents, and severe slips and falls.
Where Is the New York County Supreme Court?
The NY County Supreme Court is located at 60 Centre St. in Manhattan.
The courthouse is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can contact the courthouse at 646-386-3600.
Filing a Case in the New York County Supreme Court
To file a case with the New York County Supreme Court, you must file your initiating papers. In most cases, you need to file these electronically. Per the New York County Supreme Court, “electronic filing through the New York State Courts electronic filing system is mandatory for all cases commenced in this court (except Article 70 and 78 proceedings, and matrimonial, Mental Hygiene Law and Election Law matters).”
If you have a case that does not require electronic filing, you file your papers with the New York County Clerk in Room 141B. Your attorney will know the process.
Court Fees
Here are a few fees that you might face when filing your case at the New York County Supreme Court:
| Document | Fee |
| Index number | $210 |
| Note of issue | $235 |
| Note of issue with prior judicial intervention paid for | $30 |
| Request for judicial intervention | $95 |
| Jury demand | $65 |
| Filing of a motion | $45 |
| Filing of a cross-motion | $45 |
| Filing of a stipulation of settlement | $35 |
| Filing of a stipulation of discontinuance | $35 |
| Certified copy of Supreme Court actions | $8 |
| Notice of appeal | $65 |
Our team can explain which of these fees may apply in your case.
Directions
By Car
Head toward Avenue of the Strongest/Worth St. Turn left on Avenue of the Strongest/Worth St.
Turn right on Hudson St. Our office is on the left.
By Public Transit
Take the M22 from Worth St./Centre St. toward Battery Park City Vesey St. Get off at Chambers St./Hudson St. Walk toward W. Broadway. Turn left on W. Broadway. Turn left on Hudson St.
We Have Years of Experience Handling Cases at the New York County Supreme Court
At Aviles Law Firm PLLC, we are committed to providing our clients with the highest level of legal representation when pursuing justice in New York. Whether your case is filed in New York County Supreme Court or New York City Civil Court, our Manhattan personal injury attorneys are prepared to advocate for your rights every step of the way. If you believe you have a claim, contact us today to discuss your options and learn how we can help you move forward.
