The rule limits courtesy-copy delivery rather than stating a blanket requirement before Judge Kenneth M. Karas. No courtesy copies to chambers unless requested
The rule does not state that a pre-motion letter is required, but it sets the applicable pre-motion procedure. Discovery motions must follow Local Civil Rule 37.2.
Judge Kenneth M. Karas' rule states these limits: attorney: 8750 words; attorney: 3500 words; pro se: 25 pages; pro se: 10 pages. Excludes caption, index, table of contents, table of authorities, signature blocks, certificates, exhibits, appendices, and attachments. Word/page limits for memoranda of law based on attorney representation and preparation method
Judge Kenneth M. Karas' rule states these limits: 3 pages. Adjournment, extension, and pre-motion conference requests must be filed as letter-motions (max 3 pages), no courtesy copies.
Judge Kenneth M. Karas' formatting rule includes file format PDF and filed on ecf or emailed to chambers. All documents must be filed on ECF or emailed to specific chambers address
The rule identifies required filing content or certificates. Adjournment/extension letter-motions must include original date, previous requests, and adversary consent status.
The rule requires word count and local rule certificate. Word count certification required for attorney-prepared memoranda
Parties may contact Judge Kenneth M. Karas' chambers by letter ecf only as allowed by the rule. Letters should be filed via ECF unless sealed or containing sensitive/confidential information, which should be mailed.
Judge Kenneth M. Karas's rules set procedures for sealed or redacted filings. Process: file redacted on ecf. Sealed filings must comply with ECF Rules and Instructions.
Requests should be made at least 5 business days in advance when this rule applies before Judge Kenneth M. Karas. Adjournment/extension requests require 5 business days notice and must be filed as letter-motions on ECF.
Sealed filings must comply with ECF Rules and Instructions.
Parties may choose electronic or traditional filing methods for sealed documents.
Motions for sealed filings must be filed electronically.
Motions to seal must be filed publicly and explain reasons without confidential info.
Redacted documents must be contemporaneously filed publicly in ECF.
Letters should be filed via ECF unless sealed or containing sensitive/confidential information, which should be mailed.
Letter-motions must be filed via ECF and comply with S.D.N.Y. Local Rules.
Adjournment/extension requests require 5 business days notice and must be filed as letter-motions on ECF.
Scheduling matters should be directed to Ms. Dawn Bordes via email.
Non-compliance with Rule 56.1 response may result in deemed admissions
Adjournment/extension letter-motions must include original date, previous requests, and adversary consent status.
Discovery extension requests past Case Management Order deadline go to Judge Karas; others go to magistrate judge with ECF copy.
ECF filing questions should be directed to Clerk's Office or ECF Hotline, not Chambers.
Do not contact Chambers to confirm ECF uploads; email only for urgent matters not covered by rules.
Telephone calls to Chambers are prohibited.
Faxes to Chambers are prohibited.
Discovery motions must follow Local Civil Rule 37.2.
Pre-motion conference required for most motions except specified exceptions.
Motions to dismiss require pre-motion letter with arguments/case law, stay answer deadline, and allow 7-day response.
Pre-motion conference letters limited to 3 pages; responses due within 7 days.
Criminal conferences held in person unless otherwise ordered
Word/page limits for memoranda of law based on attorney representation and preparation method
Word count certification required for attorney-prepared memoranda
Memoranda of 10+ pages require table of contents
No courtesy copies to chambers unless requested
All documents must be filed on ECF or emailed to specific chambers address
Electronic copy of Rule 56.1 statement required in non-pro se cases
Opposing party must reproduce and respond to each Rule 56.1 entry
Additional Rule 56.1 facts must be separate filing, not combined with response
PDFs uploaded to ECF should be text searchable where possible