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Update to "Fourth Department Addresses Travel Delays Associated with Solar Eclipse on April 8th" Oral Arguments for April 8th, 2024, to be Conducted Virtually More...

This Court will admit to practice successful bar candidates on June 17, 2024. In order to be eligible for admission, your completed application and all required affidavits and certificates must be postmarked on or before April 9, 2024. Please be advised if you miss the deadline date, the next bar admission ceremony will be held in January 2025. More...

This Court will admit to practice successful bar candidates on January 23, 2024. More...

January 17, 2024 bar admission ceremeony. More...

The Court is aware of the lake effect storm warning in Erie, Genesee, and Wyoming counties. If you are impacted by this storm so that you are unable to travel safely to the bar admission ceremony on January 17th, the Court will contact you regarding an alternate date and time for your admission ceremony, which will take place next week. All other candidates will be admitted at the ceremony on January 17th More...

The Appellate Division, Fourth Department, is currently soliciting interest for the position of Court Examiner. More...

The Fourth Department's dedication to providing an efficient and adaptable appellate process has led to the continuation of hybrid oral arguments for the Fall 2023 terms. The data collected during the pilot period supports this decision, showcasing the effectiveness of this model in ensuring accessibility, convenience, and robust participation. More...

JustCause, formerly the Volunteer Legal Service Program of Monroe County, Inc. (VLSP), established the Tenant Town and Village Court Pro Bono Program in 2016 to provide free legal representation to unrepresented tenants in eviction proceedings. More...

This Court will admit to practice successful bar candidates on January 17, 2024. In order to be eligible for admission, your completed application and all required affidavits and certificates must be postmarked on or before October 4, 2023. Please be advised if you miss the deadline date, the next bar admission ceremony will be held on June 17, 2024. More...

Judicial Portrait Unveiling More...