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Judge

Judge Myrna Socorro

Individual Rules, Standing Orders & Policies

Rules last changed:
New York Supreme Court, Bronx County

Limits & Logistics

Courtesy Copies

Affirmation of Engagement

  • Email • Before Default Time

Filings >= 100 pages

  • At Least 7 Days Prior

Stipulation to Withdraw Motion, Withdrawal Letter

  • Email

Courtesy copies

Court-wide
  • Email

Adjournments

  • A party seeking an adjournment of its conference should file the appropriate Affirmation of Engagement under Part A, Section 9.
  • An adjournment exceeding 30 days requires a written explanation, and the Court may change any date selected by the parties.
  • A motion may not be adjourned for more than 60 days or more than three times, with all adjournments capped at a cumulative of 60 days.
  • +4 more

Request must include

Reason for RequestProposed New Dates
48Hoursnotice
  • A stipulated conference adjournment must be approved by the Court and filed through NYSCEF at least 48 hours before the scheduled conference.
  • A written stipulation to adjourn a motion must be submitted through NYSCEF and emailed to the part and listed copies at least 48 hours before the scheduled date and time.
2Business Daysnotice
  • A written request to adjourn an in-camera inspection must be emailed to the Principal Law Clerk and copied to the Part email no later than two business days before inspection.

Communication

Email

Clerk, Chambers

bxsupciv-ia33@nycourts.gov
Scheduling
Email

Chambers

bxsupcivl-ia33@nycourts.gov
Phone

Chambers

(718)618-3093
Status Inquiries
Hours: If Chambers is unavailable, contact the Part at (718)618-1625; if the Judge is unavailable, contact the duty judge.
Email
Scheduling
Filters:

Document Format Requirements7 rules

FormattingMandatory

All documents presented to the Court for inspection shall be unredacted and bates stamped.

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|SectionI. IN-CAMERA INSPECTIONS
FormattingMandatory

Each exhibit in the motion papers shall be e-filed separately and each exhibit shall be labeled with a title of identification. (E.g., Exhibit “A” - Deposition of plaintiff - January 1st, 2015").

Applies to
  • Exhibits

Formatting

  • Each exhibit must be labeled with a title of identification
FormattingMandatory

The parties are reminded to comply with the rules as to formatting, word count, and word count certification of motions and supporting documents (22 NYCRR §202.8-b).

FormattingMandatory

For any deposition transcripts, you must use the single page deposition transcripts and not the condensed version. Your motion may be denied for failure to follow this rule

Applies to
  • Deposition transcript

Formatting

  • Use single-page deposition transcripts
  • Do not use the condensed version
FormattingMandatory

must contain the following decretal clause in bold of no less than 12" Times New Roman uppercase font, doubled space.

Font
Times New Roman
Line spacing
Double
FormattingMandatory

The videos must be sent to the Part, on a clearly labeled USB Drive or CD which contains the index number, motion sequence and exhibit designation.

Applies to
  • Exhibits

Formatting

  • The label must contain the index number, motion sequence, and exhibit designation
FormattingImportant

For any exhibit (excluding pleadings) that is more than 10 pages, counsel/pro se litigants shall highlight the relevant sections of the document in support of his/her/their argument and reference them in his/her/their affirmation/affidavit.

Applies to
  • Exhibits
  • More than 10 pages

Formatting

  • Pleadings are excluded
  • Highlight the exhibit sections supporting the argument
  • Reference the highlighted sections in the affirmation or affidavit

Document Filing Requirements31 rules

Filing RequirementsMandatory

In the event that an attorney cannot appear with knowledge of the case, the attorney of record must provide the Court with a written Affirmation of Engagement pursuant to Part 125 Uniform Rules for the Engagement of Counsel.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

A party that used AI in preparing any document filed with or submitted to the Court must disclose that use in the document.

Court's wording

Any party that has used artificial intelligence (AI), including but no limited to ChatGPT, CoCounsel and Lexis+AI, in the preparation of any documents filed with or submitted to the Court shall advise the Court of that fact in said document.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

You must copy Part 33 and all parties on the email, and must include the following information: a brief summary of the facts, procedural and motion history, information regarding prior negotiations, your demand, and lien information (including a breakdown of the lien).

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|SectionH. POST-NOTE (PRE-TRIAL) SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE
Filing RequirementsMandatory

The pre-note conference scheduling email must include specified case, negotiation, demand, and lien information and must copy all parties.

Court's wording

The email shall contain a brief summary of the facts of the case, any relevant procedural or motion history, information regarding prior negotiations, a demand, lien information (breakdown will be required) and all parties must be cc’d on the email.

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|SectionE. PRE-NOTE SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE FOR CITY/NYPD CASES
Filing RequirementsMandatory

In-camera inspections shall be directed by Court Order only resulting from a motion, Preliminary Conference, Compliance Conference or Status Conference.

HonMyrnaSocorroPartRules33 · Sep 2025 · p. 5
|SectionI. IN-CAMERA INSPECTIONS
Filing RequirementsMandatory

The privilege log must identify the matter and include Bates numbers, document descriptions, and discoverability arguments.

Court's wording

The privilege log shall provide the name and index number of the matter and the following informational columns: a) the bates stamp number; and b) a description of the document(s); and c) legal arguments regarding the discoverability of the item.

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|SectionI. IN-CAMERA INSPECTIONS
Filing RequirementsMandatory

The parties are reminded to comply with the rules as to formatting, word count, and word count certification of motions and supporting documents (22 NYCRR §202.8-b).

Document
Motion

Include

  • Word count
Filing RequirementsMandatory

Parties MUST bring a copy of their discovery motions and their responsive papers to the Court on the return date of the motion IN PERSON.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

All proposed OSCs must include a decretal paragraph for service provisions of the OSC that includes the names and addresses of all parties and must provide for alternate ways of service which the Court will then determine and order service.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

Anyone who files any responsive papers on the day of the Order to Show Cause return date is to bring copies of their responsive papers and exhibits to the IN PERSON appearance.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

Any applications for a TRO in the OSC must comply with Uniform Rule §202.7(f). Non-compliance may result in denial of the OSC.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

However, such mutual agreement to restore, the parties must agree by written stipulation, and the defaulting party must also file an affirmation providing an explanation to the Court for their failure in appearance on the defaulted date.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

in order to be restore, the defaulting party must file a motion to vacate the Order unless all the parties agree to stipulate to restore the action or answer without motion practice.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

However, in the event that a “So Ordered” Subpoena is required , the party requesting same shall make a written request by affirmation as to the relevant facts and procedure and provide an explanation as to why a subpoena is required in lieu of ordinary discovery mechanisms.

Filing RequirementsMandatory

All proposed ICO orders must contain the following language if no Trustee is appointed: “It is further Ordered that the Guardian shall, within thirty (30) days of the deposit of the funds due the infant herein in the designated bank account, submit to the Clerk’s Office, Room 217, a copy of the deposit issued by the bank”.

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|SectionQ. INFANT COMPROMISE ORDERS (ICOs)
Filing RequirementsMandatory

The supporting attorney affirmation for the ICO, or pro se affidavit, shall set for the policy limits of all available insurance

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|SectionQ. INFANT COMPROMISE ORDERS (ICOs)
Filing RequirementsMandatory

The supporting attorney affirmation for the ICO, or pro se affidavit, shall set for the policy limits of all available insurance and shall attach any (1) proposed annuity plans; (2) itemized list of disbursements with receipts; and (3) comparables to support the reasonableness of the settlement amount(s)

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|SectionQ. INFANT COMPROMISE ORDERS (ICOs)
Filing RequirementsImportant

Attorneys are reminded to review CPLR §321 as to Consent to Change Attorney forms required to be filed in any action.

Filing RequirementsImportant

Further, do not file said correspondence and/or emails that are solely between the parties, or their counsel and not addressed to the Court, unless it is to be used as an exhibit to a motion.

Filing RequirementsImportant

If a party is pro se, the party must include his/her/their name, address, telephone number and email address.

Filing RequirementsImportant

Each submission, including Orders to Show Cause, motion papers and Stipulations, must contain the attorney’s name, address, telephone number and email address.

Filing RequirementsImportant

The letter shall set forth a brief description of the issue(s) and what technology or methods have been used in good faith efforts to resolve the discovery issue between the parties.

Filing RequirementsImportant

Successive motions for summary judgment will not be entertained without movant making a showing of newly discovered evidence or other sufficient justification.

Filing RequirementsImportant

If a movant or opponent is submitting a Brief/Memorandum of Law in support of their motion or opposition, then the Affirmation in Support or Opposition shall not repeat the legal arguments.

Filing RequirementsImportant

Failure to comply with these requirements may result in the rejection or denial of your motion.

Filing RequirementsImportant

If the subpoena is for trial purposes, advise the Court of same in the affirmation and email, and the trial date, if known.

Filing RequirementsImportant

The parties are reminded to ensure that the entire caption is in the Stipulation of Discontinuance.

Document
Stipulation of discontinuance

Include

  • Caption
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|SectionK. STIPULATION OF DISCONTINUANCE
Filing RequirementsImportant

Once the motion has been decided, the video exhibit on USB or CD shall be returned in the Courtroom to the submitting party.

Filing RequirementsImportant

In NYSCEF, an identifying page should be created indicating that a hard copy of the video was sent along with an affidavit of service of the video to opposing counsel and to the Court.

Filing RequirementsNote

All subpoenas do not have to be “So Ordered”.

Filing RequirementsNote

Counsel or pro se litigants should use the Infant Compromise Order checklist before submitting a proposed ICO.

Court's wording

Q. INFANT COMPROMISE ORDERS (ICOs) To avoid delay and ensure that all required documents are submitted, counsel or pro se litigants should utilize the Infant Compromise Order checklist before submitting the proposed ICO.

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|SectionQ. INFANT COMPROMISE ORDERS (ICOs)

Filing & Service rules

Electronic Filing Rules

Parties must file appropriate appearances through NYSCEF and request electronic tracking for their case.

The parties are reminded that they must file their appropriate appearances via NYSCEF and request e-track of their case.

Page 1 | A. GENERAL RULES

All documents in Part 33 must be electronically filed through NYSCEF.

IA Part 33 is an e-filing part with all documents being e-filed via NYSCEF.

Page 1 | A. GENERAL RULES

An Affidavit or Affirmation of Engagement must be filed through NYSCEF under Part 125, with a copy emailed to the Part before default time.

Affidavits of Engagement must be filed via NYSCEF, following Part 125 Uniform Rules and a copy sent to the part via email at: BxSupCiv- ia33@nycourts.gov before default time.

Page 2 | A. GENERAL RULES

A self-represented plaintiff must electronically file the RJI and request for preliminary conference, except that non-electronic cases must be filed in Room 118.

The self represented Plaintiff is to e-file the RJI and Request for Preliminary Conference, except that if it is not an e-file case, it is to be filed in Room 118.

Page 3 | C. PRELIMINARY CONFERENCE/CASE SCHEDULING ORDER (PC/CSO) — Self Represented/Pro Se Plaintiff

Each motion exhibit must be electronically filed as a separate document and labeled with an identifying title.

Each exhibit in the motion papers shall be e-filed separately and each exhibit shall be labeled with a title of identification. (E.g., Exhibit “A” - Deposition of plaintiff - January 1st, 2015").

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

When the court reschedules a default motion noticed on a non-Thursday, the movant must file proof on NYSCEF that a certified-mail letter with the new return date was sent to the defaulting party.

If a motion is for default, and the date is rescheduled by the Court because the movant noticed it on a day that is not a Thursday, the movant must file proof on NYSCEF that they have sent a letter to the defaulting party, by certified mail, with the new return date of the motion.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

A motion withdrawal stipulation identifying the motion sequence number, or a movant's withdrawal letter, should be e-filed through NYSCEF and copied to the two listed chambers email addresses.

If at any point while a motion is pending the parties wish to withdraw their motion, a Stipulation to Withdraw Motion (motion sequence number should be included) or a letter by movant should be e- filed via NYSCEF and a copy to chambers by sending same to lbeato@nycourts.gov and mvaughan@nycourts.gov

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Summary judgment motions must be e-filed through NYSCEF within 90 days after the note of issue is filed.

Summary Judgment motions MUST be e-filed via NYSCEF within ninety (90) days after the filing of the NOI.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

When a case is resolved, the parties must file a fully executed stipulation discontinuing the action through NYSCEF and email copies to the listed Part addresses.

If the case has been resolved at any stage of the litigation, the parties must file a fully executed Stipulation Discontinuing Action via NYSCEF and submit a copy to the Part at: BxSupCiv-ia33@nycourts.gov via email and to Lbeato@nycourts.gov and mvaughan@nycourts.gov

Page 10 | K. STIPULATION OF DISCONTINUANCE

A so-ordered subpoena request must include the completed attorney-signed subpoena, be e-filed via NYSCEF, and be emailed to the Part with the adversary copied.

The request with the fully completed and signed by the attorney subpoena shall be e-filed via NYSCEF, and an email shall be sent to the Part at: BxSupCiv-ia33@nycourts.gov with “cc” to adversary that a subpoena has been filed via NYSCEF that the parties are requesting to have “So Ordered”.

Page 10 | M. SUBPOENAS

Attorneys must immediately notify the Court by NYSCEF letter of specified case developments and send a copy to the Part by email.

If any time there is any issue that the attorneys become aware of, such as a bankruptcy filing, death or guardianship of any party, or withdrawal of counsel or death or suspension of a party’s counsel, it shall be immediately brought to the attention to the Court by letter e-filed via NYSCEF and a copy of the letter sent to the Part at: BxSupCiv-ia33@nycourts.gov

Page 10 | L. OTHER ISSUES

A party taking no position on a motion may upload an affirmation stating that position on NYSCEF and need not appear on the return date.

Further, a party who does not oppose a motion, or takes no position on a motion, should upload an Affirmation so indicating on NYSCEF, and they need not appear on the return date of the motion.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Video exhibits should not be uploaded to NYSCEF.

Video exhibits should not be uploaded to NYSCEF.

Page 10 | 15. Video Exhibits

Filing Timing and Cure Windows

Papers served in violation of the stated CPLR time periods may be rejected by the court.

Any papers served in violation of the time periods set forth by CPLR §2214 and CPLR §2103(b), may not be accepted nor accepted by the Court.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Motions must be noticed, ordered, or stipulated for Thursday at 10:00 A.M. and require an in-person appearance.

All motions are to be noticed, ordered, or stipulated to Thursdays at 10:00 A.M. and require IN PERSON appearances.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

The requester must submit the request by letter via NYSCEF and email the Part and a copy to LBeato@nycourts.gov marked “High Importance” within 24 hours after receiving the Reply, not on the eve of or at the IN PERSON appearance date.

Said request shall be made by letter submitted via NYSCEF AND an email to the Part at: BxSupCiv-ia33@nycourts.gov and a copy to LBeato@nycourts.gov marked of “High Importance”. In no event shall this request be made after 24 hours after receipt of the Reply, or on the eve of or at the IN PERSON appearance date.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Summary judgment motions are due within 90 days after the note of issue is filed.

Summary Judgment motions MUST be e-filed via NYSCEF within ninety (90) days after the filing of the NOI.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

A summary judgment motion return date must be a Thursday at 10:00 A.M. unless it is a court holiday, and the movant must appear in person; if fully briefed, the court will schedule virtual oral argument.

The motions return date shall be scheduled on a Thursday at 10:00 A.M. (except 7 for court holidays) and requires an IN PERSON appearance. At the appearance, if the motion is fully briefed, the Court will schedule virtual oral arguments with the parties.

Page 8 | A. GENERAL RULES

Orders to show cause are returnable on Thursdays at 10:00 A.M. except for court holidays, require an in-person appearance, and may be denied if the movant fails to appear on time.

OSCs will be made returnable THURSDAYS at 10:00 A.M. (except for Court holidays) and require an IN PERSON appearance. Failure to appear on time by the movant may result in denial of the motion for non-appearance

Page 8 | A. GENERAL RULES

If the plaintiff and defense counsel report a recent settlement at an appearance, they will receive a deadline to file the Stipulation of Discontinuance.

If at an appearance the plaintiff along with defense counsel indicate that a case has just recently settled, they will be provided a deadline in which to file the Stipulation of Discontinuance.

Page 10 | K. STIPULATION OF DISCONTINUANCE

The Court may refuse to accept a paper that does not comply with the cited redaction rule.

The parties are on notice that the Court may refuse to accept a paper for non compliance 22 NYCRR §202.5(d)(2).

Page 10 | P. REDACTION RULES

Service and Proof of Service Rules

The objecting party must serve a privilege log at least seven days before inspection and provide the court a copy with proof of service on the inspection date.

The party opposing the disclosure shall serve a privilege log on the party seeking disclosure at least seven (7) days prior to the inspection date and shall provide the Court with a copy of the privilege log, with proof of service, on the date of inspection.

Page 5 | I. IN-CAMERA INSPECTIONS

The movant must send the notice letter to the defaulting party by certified mail, including the motion's new return date.

If a motion is for default, and the date is rescheduled by the Court because the movant noticed it on a day that is not a Thursday, the movant must file proof on NYSCEF that they have sent a letter to the defaulting party, by certified mail, with the new return date of the motion.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

The chambers communication concerning withdrawal must include the adverse party.

Please include your adversary on the communication.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Motion notice and all served papers must comply with the cited CPLR and Uniform Rules service-time requirements.

Notice of motions must be served in accordance with CPLR. All papers served must comply with the time requirements of CPLR and 22 NYCRR §202.7.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

An affidavit of service and specified mailing evidence must be included and e-filed through NYSCEF at least 48 hours before the order to show cause’s return date.

Proof of service by Affidavit of Service along with copies of first class Certificates of Mailing; Overnight Airbill; or certified mail receipt shall be included, and e-filed via NYSCEF at least 48 hours prior to the return date of the Order to Show Cause.

Page 8 | A. GENERAL RULES

Courtesy Copy Requirements

Inspection documents of 100 pages or more must be brought to chambers at least seven days before the scheduled Room 843 inspection.

Documents that are 100 pages or more must be brought to chambers at least seven (7) days prior to Room 843.

Page 5 | I. IN-CAMERA INSPECTIONS

A copy of the motion-withdrawal filing must be sent to the two specified chambers email addresses.

a copy to chambers by sending same to lbeato@nycourts.gov and mvaughan@nycourts.gov

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

A copy of the filed Affidavit or Affirmation of Engagement must be emailed to the Part before default time.

Affidavits of Engagement must be filed via NYSCEF, following Part 125 Uniform Rules and a copy sent to the part via email at: BxSupCiv- ia33@nycourts.gov before default time.

Page 2 | A. GENERAL RULES

Sealing & Redaction Procedures

Parties must comply with the document-redaction rules stated in Section P.

The parties are to comply with redaction rules (see Section “P” below)

Page 2 | A. GENERAL RULES

Confidential personal information includes taxpayer identification numbers, birth dates, minors' full names, and financial account numbers, subject to the stated limited exceptions.

Confidential Personal Information (CPI) means: 1. Taxpayer identification number of an individual or entity except for the last 4 digits; 2. The date of birth except for the year of birth 3. A minor’s full name, except for the initials 4 Financial account numbers including credit and/or debit card numbers, a bank account number an investment account number , except for the last 4 digits or letters thereof.

Page 10 | P. REDACTION RULES

Parties must omit or redact confidential personal information from papers submitted to the Court.

Pursuant to 22 NYCRR §202.5(e)(1), the parties shall omit or redact confidential personal information in papers submitted to the Court.

Page 10 | P. REDACTION RULES

Filing Bundling Requirements

A motion seeking substantive relief may not be joined with a discovery application.

No motion for substantive relief shall be joined with any application for discovery.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Sur-replies, post-sur-replies, and related correspondence are prohibited unless the court expressly permits them in writing or orally during virtual argument.

No sur-replies or post-sur replies, including correspondence, will be permitted without express written or oral (if during virtual oral arguments) permission from the Court (22 NYCRR §202.8-c].

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Pre-Motion Conference Requirements

A discovery motion must be supported by counsel’s affidavit or affirmation documenting an in-person or telephone conference, including its date, time, participants, and duration.

discovery motion shall be supported by an affidavit or affirmation from counsel attesting to counsel having conducted an in-person or telephone conference, setting forth the date and time of such conference, persons participating and the length of time of the conference

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

Discovery motions are highly discouraged because discovery disputes should first be resolved through good-faith efforts without court intervention.

Discovery motions are highly discouraged (22 NYCRR §202.20-f), as discovery disputes should be resolved through good faith efforts to resolve without Court intervention.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

If the next in-person conference is more than 90 days away, the parties may file a discovery-dispute letter addressed to the court and adversary and email copies to the part and chambers.

If the parties, prior to filing such a motion prefer to seek an immediate status conference if the next in person conference is more than 90 days away, the parties should file a letter addressed to the Court and their adversary as to the discovery dispute, and also email the letter to BxSupCiv- IA33@nycourts.gov and copies to lbeato@nycourts.gov and mvaughan@nycourts.gov.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

The court may schedule oral argument on any motion at its discretion, and if granted, the argument will occur virtually by MS Teams; recording any virtual court proceeding is strictly prohibited.

Oral arguments on any motion may be scheduled by the Court at the discretion of the Court (22 NYCRR §202.8-f). If the Court grants oral arguments, the Court will schedule the date for oral argument by a VIRTUAL CONFERENCE VIA MS-TEAMS. RECORDING OF ANY VIRTUAL COURT PROCEEDINGS, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Page 8 | A. GENERAL RULES

Adjournment & Extension Requirements

A stipulated conference adjournment must be approved by the Court and filed through NYSCEF at least 48 hours before the scheduled conference.

If the parties enter into a Stipulation to adjourn the conference, the Stipulation will need to be “So Ordered” by the Court. The Stipulation must be filed via NYSCEF at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled date and time

Page 4 | D. COMPLIANCE CONFERENCES AND STATUS CONFERENCE

A written request to adjourn an in-camera inspection must be emailed to the Principal Law Clerk and copied to the Part email no later than two business days before inspection.

Any adjournment of an in-camera inspection, whether on consent of the parties or by request of one party, must be submitted in writing by email to lbeato@nycourts.gov and copy to the Part email: BxSupCiv-ia33@nycourts.gov no later than two business days prior to the inspection.

Page 5 | I. IN-CAMERA INSPECTIONS

Any motion-adjournment stipulation must include a briefing schedule, with opposition, cross-motion, opposition-to-cross-motion, and reply papers due within 60 days of the original return date.

With any Stipulation to adjourn a motion, the parties must stipulate as to the briefing schedule, that is, the due dates of any opposition, cross motions, opposition to cross motions, and replies, all to be filed within the sixty (60) days of the original return date of the motion.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

A motion may not be adjourned for more than 60 days or more than three times, with all adjournments capped at a cumulative of 60 days.

No motion will be adjourned for a) more than 60 days; or b) more than 3 times not to exceed a cumulative of 60 days.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

A written stipulation to adjourn a motion must be submitted through NYSCEF and emailed to the part and listed copies at least 48 hours before the scheduled date and time.

Parties Stipulate: Stipulations to adjourn a motion, must be made in writing and submitted via NYSCEF and to the part via email at: BxSupCiv-IA33@nycourts.gov with copies to lbeato@nycourts.gov and mvaughan@nycourts.gov at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled date and time.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

Every stipulation to adjourn must be approved by the court with a “So Ordered” designation.

All Stipulations to adjourn must be “So Ordered” by the Court.

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

If a party does not consent, the adjournment request must be made by attorney affirmation, submitted through NYSCEF before the return date, and emailed to chambers and opposing counsel, who must promptly respond before the appearance if opposed.

In the event that a party does not consent to an adjournment of the motion, a request for an adjournment shall be: [i] made by attorney affirmation; [ii] submitted to NYSCEF prior to the motion return date and emailed to chambers:: lbeato@nycourts.gov and mvaughan@nycourts.gov AND emailed to opposing counsel [iii] opposing counsel shall promptly respond prior to the appearance stating why they oppose the request for adjournment

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

An adjournment exceeding 30 days requires a written explanation, and the Court may change any date selected by the parties.

If more than 30 days is required for the adjournment, the parties are to provide a written explanation of why more than 30 days is necessary. The parties should be aware that any date selected by the parties may be changed by the Court due to the needs of the Court.

Page 4 | D. COMPLIANCE CONFERENCES AND STATUS CONFERENCE

A party seeking an adjournment of its conference should file the appropriate Affirmation of Engagement under Part A, Section 9.

If you need an adjournment of your conference, please file the appropriate Affirmation of Engagement as stated above in Part A - Section 9 above.

Page 4 | D. COMPLIANCE CONFERENCES AND STATUS CONFERENCE

An adjourned motion must be scheduled on a Thursday.

The parties are to be aware that the motion must be adjourned to a Thursday

Page 7 | A. GENERAL RULES

Chambers Communication Rules

Ex parte communications with Chambers are prohibited, including communications initiated by support staff unless the standing rules expressly permit them.

There shall be no ex parte communications with Chambers. Further, having your support staff (e.g., paralegal or assistant) contact chambers unless provided for herein, is considered an ex parte communication.

Page 1 | A. GENERAL RULES

Emails permitted by the Part Rules must copy all parties.

Any emails that you do send as provided for below are to include all parties cc’d on the email.

Page 1 | A. GENERAL RULES

Emails between adverse parties concerning discovery scheduling or depositions must not be copied to the Court.

If communicating with your adversary, do not include the Court on any emails regarding scheduling discovery, depositions or on any email between the parties.

Page 2 | A. GENERAL RULES

A request for an interpreter must be emailed to the Part as soon as the need is known and no later than ten calendar days before the appearance.

If you are aware that there is a need for an interpreter of any language, please communicate a request for an interpreter as soon as known via email to the part at: BxSupCiv-ia33@nycourts.gov but not less than ten (10) calendar days before the appearance.

Page 2 | A. GENERAL RULES

A sur-reply leave request must be submitted both through NYSCEF and by high-importance email to the Part, with a copy to the Principal Law Clerk.

Said request shall be made by letter submitted via NYSCEF AND an email to the Part at: BxSupCiv-ia33@nycourts.gov and a copy to LBeato@nycourts.gov marked of “High Importance”.

Page 6 | J MOTIONS

Calendar questions must be directed to the Part Clerk.

Any questions regarding calendar shall be directed to the Part Clerk.

Page 1 | A. GENERAL RULES

A self-represented party must contact the Bronx County Clerk’s Office in Room 118.

If a party is self represented they must contact the Bronx County Clerk’s Office in Room 118.

Page 1 | A. GENERAL RULES

Parties seeking a pre-note settlement conference calendar date must agree in advance and email Part 33.

The parties must agree in advance to a pre-note settlement conference in order for it to be scheduled on the calendar by emailing Part 33 at BxSupCiv-IA33@nycourts.gov .

Page 4 | E. PRE-NOTE SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE FOR CITY/NYPD CASES

A copy of the filed adjournment stipulation must be emailed to Part 33 and copied to the listed court email addresses.

and a copy is to be sent to the part email: BxSupCiv-IA33@nycourts.gov with a copy to lbeato@nycourts.gov and mvaughan@nycourts.gov

Page 4 | D. COMPLIANCE CONFERENCES AND STATUS CONFERENCE

A copy of the order to show cause must be emailed to the Part 33 email address.

Further, a copy of the OSC shall be emailed to the Part 33 email BxSupCivl-IA33@nycourts.gov

Page 8 | A. GENERAL RULES

After filing, a self-represented party may email the Clerk to request a preliminary conference date.

After filing, the self represented party can then email the Clerk to request a Preliminary Conference date.

Page 3 | C. PRELIMINARY CONFERENCE/CASE SCHEDULING ORDER (PC/CSO) — Self Represented/Pro Se Plaintiff

Deposition-ruling requests may be made to Chambers at the stated number, then the Part, and then the duty judge if the judge is unavailable.

Request for deposition rulings may be made to this part by contacting Chambers at (718)618-3093. If no one is available in Chambers, contact the Part (718)618-1625. If the Judge is not available in Chambers or in the Part, then contact the ex-parte Judge on duty.

Page 10 | L. OTHER ISSUES

Parties unable to agree in advance may propose two dates for an attorney to call and select a conference date.

If you cannot agree in advance, you may propose 2 dates for the attorney to call and agree on a date for the conference.

Page 4 | H. POST-NOTE (PRE-TRIAL) SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE

Court-wide rules

Applies court-wide

These 98 rules apply across New York Supreme Court, Bronx County. Where this judge's own standing orders above address the same topic, the judge's requirement controls.

Filing Requirements

All 29
  • Applies to
    Agreement to mediate

    In matrimonial presumptive mediation cases, all parties or their attorneys must complete the agreement to mediate, upload it to NYSCEF, and email a copy to the Matrimonial ADR Coordinator.

  • Applies to
    Agreement to mediate

    In non-matrimonial presumptive mediation cases, all parties or their attorneys must complete the agreement to mediate, upload it to NYSCEF, and email a copy to the ADR Department.

  • Applies to
    Working copy

    Each covered document must first be filed through NYSCEF, after which its working copy delivered to the Part must have a firmly affixed, outward-facing copy of the related NYSCEF Notice on the back page; the Part will not accept a working copy without that notice.

E-Filing

All 18
  • Applies to
    Agreement to mediate

    The completed agreement to mediate must be submitted through NYSCEF, with an additional copy emailed to BXSUPADR@nycourts.gov.

  • Applies to
    Agreement to mediate

    The completed matrimonial agreement to mediate must be submitted through NYSCEF, with an additional copy emailed to BXSUPADRMAT@NYCourts.gov.

  • A motion on notice or notice of petition in a New York Supreme Court e-filed case must be filed through NYSCEF.

Filing Timing

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  • Deadline
    3 business days

    The supporting papers and proof of hard-copy service must be e-filed within three business days after service.

  • After filing through NYSCEF and paying the motion fee, the Motion Support Office automatically calendars the matter, and the filer need not take further action.

  • Proof of Service of the Orders to Show Cause, as well as any interposed Counterclaims or Answers, shall be e-filed with NYSCEF or filed with the Court in cases that are not e- filed, and may also be emailed to bxsup-electionmatters@nycourts.gov on or before April 22, 2024, by 9:30 a.m.

Adjournments

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  • A compliant motion adjournment may be obtained by filing a stipulation of all parties through NYSCEF using the designated Stipulation to Adjourn Motion filing.

  • A non-stipulated adjournment or notice request is sent to Chambers for judicial decision, and the requesting attorney must notify the adversary of the result.

  • An adjournment of the hearing's commencement requires compelling reasons and approval from both the Referee and the referring Justice.

About Judge Myrna Socorro
  • Part: Part IA-33
  • Courtroom: #708
  • Part Clerk: Agnes Muniz
Common questions about Judge Myrna Socorro's rules

Are courtesy copies required for Judge Myrna Socorro?

Courtesy-copy rule applies for stipulation to withdraw motions and withdrawal letters. Details: by email. A copy of the motion-withdrawal filing must be sent to the two specified chambers email addresses.

View ruleSource: page 6, section J MOTIONS

Does Judge Myrna Socorro require a pre-motion conference or letter before filing a motion?

A discovery motion must be supported by counsel’s affidavit or affirmation documenting an in-person or telephone conference, including its date, time, participants, and duration.

View ruleSource: page 7, section A. GENERAL RULES

What formatting rules apply to filings before Judge Myrna Socorro?

Judge Myrna Socorro's formatting rule includes use single-page deposition transcripts and do not use the condensed version. Deposition transcripts submitted with a motion must use the single-page format rather than the condensed version, and noncompliance may result in denial.

View ruleSource: page 6, section J MOTIONS

What must be included with ico supporting affirmation or pro se affidavit filings before Judge Myrna Socorro?

The supporting attorney affirmation for an ICO, or the pro se affidavit, must attach proposed annuity plans, an itemized list of disbursements with receipts, and comparables supporting the reasonableness of the settlement amounts.

View ruleSource: page 11, section Q. INFANT COMPROMISE ORDERS (ICOs)

What must be included with affirmation of engagement filings before Judge Myrna Socorro?

When an attorney cannot appear with knowledge of the case, the attorney of record must provide a written Affirmation of Engagement under Part 125.

View ruleSource: page 2, section A. GENERAL RULES

How may parties contact Judge Myrna Socorro's chambers?

Ex parte communications with Chambers are prohibited, including communications initiated by support staff unless the standing rules expressly permit them.

View ruleSource: page 1, section A. GENERAL RULES

How does Judge Myrna Socorro handle sealed or redacted filings?

Parties must comply with the document-redaction rules stated in Section P.

View ruleSource: page 2, section A. GENERAL RULES

How do I request an adjournment or extension before Judge Myrna Socorro?

Requests should be made at least 48 hours in advance when this rule applies before Judge Myrna Socorro. A stipulated conference adjournment must be approved by the Court and filed through NYSCEF at least 48 hours before the scheduled conference.

View ruleSource: page 4, section D. COMPLIANCE CONFERENCES AND STATUS CONFERENCE

Does Judge Myrna Socorro require motion papers to be bundled?

Sur-replies, post-sur-replies, and related correspondence are prohibited unless the court expressly permits them in writing or orally during virtual argument.

View ruleSource: page 6, section J MOTIONS

Is electronic filing required before Judge Myrna Socorro?

Yes. Electronic filing is required for the covered filings. All documents in Part 33 must be electronically filed through NYSCEF.

View ruleSource: page 1, section A. GENERAL RULES

What filing deadlines does Judge Myrna Socorro set?

A summary judgment motion return date must be a Thursday at 10:00 A.M. unless it is a court holiday, and the movant must appear in person; if fully briefed, the court will schedule virtual oral argument.

View ruleSource: page 8, section A. GENERAL RULES

What rule applies to service for privilege log before Judge Myrna Socorro?

Details: recipient: the opposing party. The objecting party must serve a privilege log at least seven days before inspection and provide the court a copy with proof of service on the inspection date.

View ruleSource: page 5, section I. IN-CAMERA INSPECTIONS
Complete rules summary for Judge Myrna Socorro

The supporting attorney affirmation for an ICO, or the pro se affidavit, must attach proposed annuity plans, an itemized list of disbursements with receipts, and comparables supporting the reasonableness of the settlement amounts.

A summary judgment motion return date must be a Thursday at 10:00 A.M. unless it is a court holiday, and the movant must appear in person; if fully briefed, the court will schedule virtual oral argument.

Calendar questions must be directed to the Part Clerk.

All documents in Part 33 must be electronically filed through NYSCEF.

A self-represented party must contact the Bronx County Clerk’s Office in Room 118.

Parties must file appropriate appearances through NYSCEF and request electronic tracking for their case.

Attorneys must comply with CPLR 321 by filing the required Consent to Change Attorney forms in any action.

Ex parte communications with Chambers are prohibited, including communications initiated by support staff unless the standing rules expressly permit them.

Emails between adverse parties concerning discovery scheduling or depositions must not be copied to the Court.

Party-only correspondence or emails must not be filed unless used as an exhibit to a motion.

An Affidavit or Affirmation of Engagement must be filed through NYSCEF under Part 125, with a copy emailed to the Part before default time.

When an attorney cannot appear with knowledge of the case, the attorney of record must provide a written Affirmation of Engagement under Part 125.

Emails permitted by the Part Rules must copy all parties.

A request for an interpreter must be emailed to the Part as soon as the need is known and no later than ten calendar days before the appearance.

Parties must comply with the document-redaction rules stated in Section P.

Every attorney submission, including an order to show cause, motion papers, and stipulation, must contain the attorney’s name, address, telephone number, and email address.

A self-represented party’s submission must include the party’s name, address, telephone number, and email address.

A party that used AI in preparing any document filed with or submitted to the Court must disclose that use in the document.

A self-represented plaintiff must electronically file the RJI and request for preliminary conference, except that non-electronic cases must be filed in Room 118.

A party seeking an adjournment of its conference should file the appropriate Affirmation of Engagement under Part A, Section 9.

A stipulated conference adjournment must be approved by the Court and filed through NYSCEF at least 48 hours before the scheduled conference.

An adjournment exceeding 30 days requires a written explanation, and the Court may change any date selected by the parties.

A copy of the filed adjournment stipulation must be emailed to Part 33 and copied to the listed court email addresses.

The pre-note conference scheduling email must include specified case, negotiation, demand, and lien information and must copy all parties.

An in-camera inspection may be directed only by court order resulting from a motion or specified conference.

The objecting party must serve a privilege log at least seven days before inspection and provide the court a copy with proof of service on the inspection date.

The privilege log must identify the matter and include Bates numbers, document descriptions, and discoverability arguments.

Documents submitted for in-camera inspection must be unredacted and Bates stamped.

A written request to adjourn an in-camera inspection must be emailed to the Principal Law Clerk and copied to the Part email no later than two business days before inspection.

Motions must be noticed, ordered, or stipulated for Thursday at 10:00 A.M. and require an in-person appearance.

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