Court Jurisdiction in Bronx County
Litigants and fiduciaries in Bronx County fall under the 12th Judicial District. All matrimonial financial disclosure statements, Form UD-11 affidavits, and estate accountings must be filed through the New York State Courts Electronic Filing (NYSCEF) system.
Courthouse Information
- Facility: Bronx County Hall of Justice
- Address: 265 E 161st St, Bronx, NY 10451
- County Seat: Bronx, NY
- Governing Rules: 22 NYCRR § 202.16 & 12th Judicial District Local Court Rules
Local Disclosure Procedures in Bronx County
Bronx Supreme Court matrimonial parts focus heavily on statutory maintenance guideline formulas and income imputation under DRL § 236 Part B.
Under 22 NYCRR § 202.16(f), parties in Bronx County must exchange sworn Statements of Net Worth alongside recent 3 years of income tax returns and W-2 statements no later than 10 days prior to the preliminary conference.
Key Filing Milestones in Bronx County
- Summons & Automatic Orders (DRL § 236(B)(2)(b)): Effective immediately upon service.
- Statement of Net Worth Exchange (22 NYCRR 202.16(f)): Due 10 days before Preliminary Conference.
- Expert Real Estate & Business Appraisals: Typically ordered within 60 to 90 days of the Preliminary Conference.
- Updated Statement of Net Worth: Required prior to trial if financial circumstances have changed.