Staten Island Supreme Venue Guide
18 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY 1030122mo
Avg. to Trial
~2,000
Court PI Filings
Supreme
Court Type
E-Filing
Jury Pool Characteristics
Suburban, more conservative NYC borough — distinct from Manhattan or the Bronx
Strong law enforcement and first responder community representation
Italian-American and working-class demographics
More moderate than other NYC boroughs for non-economic damages
Filing Procedures
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E-filing mandatory through NYSCEF
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Index number filing fee: $210 (RJI additional $95)
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RJI required for judge assignment
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Richmond County Supreme Court is part of the NYC court system
Local Rules & Requirements
Pure comparative fault under CPLR 1411
No-fault serious injury threshold applies
Richmond County has a smaller caseload than other NYC boroughs
Cases may move faster due to lower volume
Strategic Tips
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Staten Island is the most conservative NYC borough — adjust strategy accordingly
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Staten Island Expressway (I-278) accidents are the most common case type
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Verrazano-Narrows Bridge toll plaza accidents involve venue questions between Staten Island and Brooklyn
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Lower caseload means potentially faster disposition than Manhattan or Bronx courts
Frequently Asked Questions — Staten Island Supreme
Sources & Methodology
Disposition times: Based on state court annual reports and the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) State Court Caseload Digest (2023). Estimated averages for personal injury civil cases; actual timelines vary by case complexity.
Caseload figures: Derived from state court annual reports and NCSC Court Statistics Project data where available.
Filing procedures & fees: From court websites and published local rules of court, current as of early 2026. Fees and procedures are subject to change.
Jury pool characteristics: Based on county demographic data (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022), county-level jury verdict reporters, and published local bar association litigation guides.
Disclaimer: Court venue profiles are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Procedures, fees, and timelines change frequently. Verify all information with the court clerk's office before filing.
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