Court Jurisdiction in Suffolk County
Litigants and fiduciaries in Suffolk County fall under the 10th 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: Suffolk County Supreme Court
- Address: 400 Carleton Ave, Central Islip, NY 11722
- County Seat: Central Islip / Riverhead, NY
- Governing Rules: 22 NYCRR § 202.16 & 10th Judicial District Local Court Rules
Local Disclosure Procedures in Suffolk County
Suffolk County handles extensive East End real estate and business valuation proceedings, requiring certified appraisals attached to Form UD-11.
Under 22 NYCRR § 202.16(f), parties in Suffolk 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 Suffolk 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.