procedural guides

Counterclaims in New York Supreme Court — the Rules of Civil Procedure

A counterclaim is initiated upon service of the pleading containing it. CPLR 203(d). Counterclaims are subject to the same statute of limitations provisions found in Article 2 of the Civil Practice Law and Rules. Notwithstanding the expiration of time under the statute of limitations, if a counterclaim was not time-barred at the time the original complaint was filed, it may be asserted during the pendency of that action. CPLR 203(d).

Motion to Dismiss, for Involuntary Dismissal, Forum Non Conveniens in Illinois Circuit Court–At A Glance

Use this Illinois Circuit Court Motion to Dismiss/Motion for Involuntary Dismissal/Forum Non Conveniens “Cheat Sheet” to learn all of the rules of civil procedure applicable to bringing a motion to dismiss, a motion for involuntary dismissal or a forum non conveniens motion in the Illinois Circuit Courts. For a more detailed treatment, including local rules and local motion practice procedures, please see the SmartRules Illinois Circuit Court Guides: Motion to Dismiss, Opposition to Motion to Dismiss, and Reply in Support of Motion to Dismiss.