Briefing Schedule
S.D.N.Y. — ## S4.
S4. Briefing Schedule
SDNY operates a two-track briefing system based on motion type.
Track 1: Discovery Motions (Rule 6.1(a))
Applies to motions under FRCP 26-37 and 45(d)(3).
| Paper | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Response | 7 days after service of moving papers |
| Reply | 2 days after service of answering papers |
Track 2: All Other Civil Motions (Rule 6.1(b))
| Paper | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Response | 14 days after service |
| Reply | 7 days after service |
Filing and Service (Rule 6.1(c))
Filing and service is via ECF unless the party is otherwise exempt from electronic filing.
Computing Deadlines
Compute all days per FRCP 6. Individual judges may modify these default schedules per their individual practices.