Filing Jury Demand Nys

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In New York State for civil cases, file a demand for a jury trial within 20 days after service of the last pleading directed to the issue. This can be done by serving a demand in writing on all other parties and filing proof of service at the court clerks office. If the opposing partys attorney requests all contact through them, respect this and communicate only with the attorney. Jury demands can be served by mail, preferably via certified mail with return receipt requested for proof.

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In New York State for civil cases:
- File a demand for a jury trial within 20 days after service of the last pleading directed to the issue.
- This can be done by serving a demand in writing on all other parties.
- File proof of service at the court clerk's office.
Is there anything else you need help with?
Their attorney said all contact through them, do i also send to defendants?
In general:
- If their attorney said all contact must go through them, you should respect this.
- Communication should be with the attorney representing the party, not directly with the party.
- Be sure to keep a record of all communications.
Can jury demands be served by mail?
Yes, in New York State, jury demands can be served by mail. However, it's advisable to send it via certified mail with return receipt requested to have a proof of mailing.