Court Jurisdiction in Queens County
Litigants and fiduciaries in Queens County fall under the 11th 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: Queens County Supreme Court
- Address: 88-11 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11435
- County Seat: Jamaica, NY
- Governing Rules: 22 NYCRR § 202.16 & 11th Judicial District Local Court Rules
Local Disclosure Procedures in Queens County
Queens County requires adherence to the 11th Judicial District uniform matrimonial rules, demanding detailed expense substantiation for Form UD-11 Section II.
Under 22 NYCRR § 202.16(f), parties in Queens 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 Queens 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.