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  • Entry Versus Docketing of Judgments in New York: What’s the Difference?
    Entry Versus Docketing of Judgments in New York: What’s the Difference?

    In New York practice, "entry" and "docketing" are related but distinct procedural acts. Understanding the distinction helps determine when a judgment becomes effective as a judgment and when it ...

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  • The Power of Consent: Vacating New York Judgments by Stipulation (Agreement)
    The Power of Consent: Vacating New York Judgments by Stipulation (Agreement)

    In New York judgment enforcement, a "final" order is rarely the end of the story. CPLR § 5015 is one of the principal statutory mechanisms for post-judgment relief in New York, allowing debtors and ...

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  • Clerk or Judge: Who Grants Default Judgments in New York?
    Clerk or Judge: Who Grants Default Judgments in New York?

    What exactly is a “default” in law? A default is ‘the omission or failure to perform a legal duty.’ Black’s Law Dictionary (11th ed.). Failing to answer a complaint or failing to file any form of ...

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  • Time Limit to Vacate Your Default Judgment: New York
    Time Limit to Vacate Your Default Judgment: New York

    Understanding Time Limits for Challenging a New York Judgment When seeking to vacate a judgment, consider four key subsections of CPLR § 5015: Excusable default Newly discovered evidence Fraud, ...

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