Court Jurisdiction in Erie County
Litigants and fiduciaries in Erie County fall under the 8th 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: Erie County Supreme Court
- Address: 92 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202
- County Seat: Buffalo, NY
- Governing Rules: 22 NYCRR § 202.16 & 8th Judicial District Local Court Rules
Local Disclosure Procedures in Erie County
Erie County matrimonial parts apply 8th Judicial District local disclosure guidelines, requiring electronic exchange of verified net worth affidavits.
Under 22 NYCRR § 202.16(f), parties in Erie 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 Erie 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.