Per Diem Motion Coverage in Kings County

Brooklyn Motion Coverage Attorneys

Motion Return Dates Don't Move — Neither Do We

Motion practice in Kings County Supreme Court often comes with firm return dates that don't move, and when the assigned attorney has a scheduling conflict, the motion still has to be answered for on the record.

Motion calendars in the IAS Parts can bundle dozens of matters into a single session, and being unprepared when your case is called can mean losing ground on a fully-briefed motion. Depending on the assignment and the lead time provided, our network attorneys can appear to confirm submission on the papers, request adjournment, or argue routine, well-briefed motions when given adequate materials in advance.

We're candid about scope here: substantive oral argument on a complex or heavily contested motion generally requires more lead time and a more thorough handoff than a routine appearance. For motions where oral argument is expected to be substantive, we recommend a briefing call with the assigned attorney at least several days ahead of the return date.

Motion return dates frequently fall on the same calendar day as a general court appearance or a scheduled preliminary conference in the same part — we can staff both from the same attorney when the part allows it, reducing coordination overhead for your firm.

Motion Coverage We Provide

• Confirming submission on the papers when oral argument isn't required
• Routine oral argument on well-briefed motions with adequate lead time
• Requesting adjournments or briefing schedule adjustments on the record
• Reporting the court's ruling or reserved decision back the same day
• Coordination with your firm's briefing attorney before the return date