What is an order to show cause in New York?
An Order to Show Cause consists of a top page called an Order to Show Cause (OSC), followed by an Affidavit in Support of the OSC, and copies of any documents that the moving side (movant) thinks would help the Judge make a decision. The OSC tells the court and the other side what the movant wants the Judge to do.
Do judges read evidence?
Generally speaking, judges are conscientious and will read as much of the papers submitted as they need to reach a decision on the question before them.
Do judges read a lot?
Judges have very important jobs. They have to do lots of reading and lots of listening.
When to file a response to an order to show cause?
This response must be filed with the court clerk, and a copy served on the filing party. On the day of the hearing, all parties must appear in court to make their case to the judge, who will then decide the issue, either making an order, or dismissing the OSC.
Do you have to e-file a show cause order?
Attorneys submitting proposed orders to show cause or ex parte orders in electronically-filed cases must e-file such submissions as required by the Protocol on Courthouse Procedures for Electronically Filed Cases.
How to file an ex parte order to show cause?
EMAIL: [email protected] The Ex-Parte Office reviews ex-parte motions, Orders to Show Cause and orders submitted after decisions on motions are made by the Court. We review these as to content, form, and compliance with the relevant statue (s). This office also conducts the unsafe building calendar calls.
What happens if you don’t show up for an order to show cause?
You must appear at the time and place stated in the Order to Show Cause. If you need directions to the courthouse, Directions are available. In general, if you do not appear, and you are the moving party, your Order to Show Cause will be denied; if you do not oppose the motion, the Order to Show Cause may be granted on default.
EMAIL: [email protected] The Ex-Parte Office reviews ex-parte motions, Orders to Show Cause and orders submitted after decisions on motions are made by the Court. We review these as to content, form, and compliance with the relevant statue (s). This office also conducts the unsafe building calendar calls.
Attorneys submitting proposed orders to show cause or ex parte orders in electronically-filed cases must e-file such submissions as required by the Protocol on Courthouse Procedures for Electronically Filed Cases.
What does show cause mean in Family Court?
These hearings can relate to many types of family court orders, including the enforcement of custody and visitation, property, and alimony orders. Once the request is made, the court will schedule a show cause hearing directing the responding party to appear and “show cause” – meaning provide a satisfactory explanation to the court.
What to do with an order to show cause?
The Ex-Parte Office reviews ex-parte motions, Orders to Show Cause and orders submitted after decisions on motions are made by the Court. We review these as to content, form, and compliance with the relevant statue (s). This office also conducts the unsafe building calendar calls.