Discovery disputes have long been a source of frustration for litigants, attorneys, and courts alike. As the New York State Commercial Division Advisory Council recently observed, “[d]iscovery disputes were viewed nearly 40 years ago, and remain today, the most prolific
The New York State Office of Court Administration is seeking public comment on a proposed amendment to the Rules of the Commercial Division that would add a new Rule 25-a authorizing the use of Virtual Evidence Courtrooms (VECs). The proposal, developed by the
In a June 6, 2025 decision by Justice Linda S. Jamieson in Moshe Bain v. Samuel Strulovitch, et al., the Westchester County Commercial Division denied two motions to dismiss in a complex dispute concerning ownership interests in a Mount Vernon nursing
In Bardy v. Bonnem, Index No. 55909/2023, Justice Linda S. Jamieson of the Westchester County Commercial Division issued a detailed decision addressing contract formation, fiduciary duties, and quasi-contract claims in the context of a failed business venture.
Background
The case arose
On May 20, 2025, the Chief Administrative Judge of the Courts signed Administrative Order 111/25, introducing significant developments for litigators practicing in the Commercial Division. Effective July 7, 2025, the Order adds a new Appendix E – a Model Pre-Trial
In Gregory F. Holcombe v. James L. Moskovitz and JOY-CPW, Inc., Index No. 67400/2024, Justice Linda S. Jamieson of the Westchester Commercial Division denied a motion to appoint a receiver over the judgment debtor’s business assets. The court found
Starting July 7, 2025, a new Rule 23 will take effect in the Commercial Division of the New York Supreme Court, authorizing the filing of amicus curiae briefs for the first time in trial-level proceedings. This important development further cements the Commercial
Westchester Commercial Division Justice Linda S. Jamieson issued a detailed Decision and Order in Camsan Inc. v. OPRA III LLC, Index No. 64814/2022 (and related actions), addressing multiple motions involving mechanic’s liens filed against a large residential construction project in Rye.
On January 28, 2025, New York State’s Chief Administrative Judge signed Administrative Order #38-2025, setting in motion significant changes for the Commercial Division’s jurisdiction over cases seeking only equitable or declaratory relief. Here’s what you need to know:
What’s Changing?
The New York County Lawyers Association (NYCLA) recently celebrated a major milestone in the legal community, honoring the 30th Anniversary of the Commercial Division of the New York State Supreme Court. The event took place on March 4, 2025, at
