Richmond County Supreme Court: Per Diem Coverage in Staten Island.
26 Central Avenue, Staten Island. The 13th Judicial District. Our local attorney on Staten Island appears regularly before the Richmond County bench and knows the courthouse, the judges, and the procedures that set this borough apart from the rest of New York City.
Book a Richmond County Appearance26 Central Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301.
Richmond County Supreme Court, Civil Branch sits at 26 Central Avenue in Staten Island. This is the 13th Judicial District, the only judicial district that covers a single county. The courthouse is located in the St. George civic center area, near the Staten Island Ferry terminal.
Do not confuse the buildings. The Criminal Term is at 130 Stuyvesant Place, a separate building. If your appearance is civil, you need 26 Central Avenue. The Clerk's Office for civil matters is in Room 131. Phone: 718-675-8700.
Getting there. From New York County, most attorneys take the Staten Island Ferry from Whitehall Terminal to St. George. The courthouse is a short walk from the ferry terminal. If driving, the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge connects Brooklyn to Staten Island. Street parking and nearby lots are available.
Security and arrival. Standard courthouse security screening. Arrive with time to spare, especially if you are unfamiliar with the building layout. The courthouse is smaller than New York County or Kings County, but the procedures are just as formal.
How Richmond County Differs from the Five Boroughs.
Attorneys who practice primarily in New York County or Kings County will notice that Richmond County operates at a different pace, but the procedural expectations are no less strict.
Mandatory NYSCEF e-filing. Electronic filing is mandatory in Richmond County Supreme Court, Civil Branch. New cases must be commenced through NYSCEF, with limited exceptions for matrimonial, Article 78, Election Law, and Mental Hygiene Law proceedings.
Smaller bench, fewer parts. Richmond County has significantly fewer Supreme Court justices than New York County or Kings County. The practical effect is that judges carry heavier caseloads and expect attorneys to be prepared and efficient. Wasting the court's time is noticed quickly in a smaller courthouse.
Virtual appearances. Richmond County expanded virtual court appearances during and after the pandemic. Some conferences and compliance matters may be conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams. Always confirm with the assigned part whether your appearance is in-person or virtual before sending coverage.
Motion practice. Motions are submitted to the Motion Support Office. Working copies may be required depending on the assigned justice's Part Rules. Always check the individual Part Rules before submitting any motion papers.
What We Cover in Richmond County.
The Law Office of Frederic R. Abramson provides per diem coverage for all civil appearances at 26 Central Avenue, Staten Island:
Discovery and compliance conferences. Preliminary conferences, compliance conferences, and status conferences. We negotiate stipulations and protect your discovery schedule.
Motions. Summary judgment, motions to dismiss, motions to compel. We prepare for oral argument when required.
Depositions and EBTs. In-person at the courthouse or nearby offices in Staten Island. Virtual depositions via Zoom and Teams available.
Our Richmond County coverage is handled by a senior network attorney based on Staten Island with regular appearances before the Richmond County bench. This is not someone driving in from the city hoping to find the right courtroom. This is local counsel who knows the building and the judges.
Out-of-State? We’re Your Richmond County Local Counsel.
If you are litigating in Richmond County on a pro hac vice admission, we serve as local counsel and handle PHV motions, court appearances, and local procedural compliance on Staten Island.
Flat Rates. No Surprises.
$250 per half-day session (morning or afternoon). If your appearance runs past 1:00 PM, an additional $250 applies for the afternoon session.
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Conference (PC, CC, Status) | $250 |
| Motion argument | $250 |
| Order to Show Cause | Starting at $250 |
| EBT (up to 3 hours) | $550 |
| EBT (full day) | $800 |
| 50-H Hearing | $550 |
| Interpreter surcharge | +$100 |
Confirmation within 15 minutes. Report by end of business day.
Phone: 212-233-0666 | Text/Emergency: 917-686-3827 | Email: fabramson@abramsonlegal.com
When your case is on the line, send someone who knows the courtroom.
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