Comments on Proposed OCA Amendments to the 22 NYCRR Part 36 (Appointments by the Court) and Related Forms

SUMMARY

The Council on Judicial Administration (Carolyn E. Demarest, Chair) submitted a report commenting on a proposed rule put forth by the Office of Court Administration.  The proposal comes from OCA’s Special Commission on Fiduciary Appointments to amend Part 36 of the Rules of the Chief Judge (Appointments by the Court).   The proposed amendments are intended to replace outdated terminology, improve clarity and promote compliance with obligations under the rules.  The Council provided a series of recommendations to the proposal and raises some concerns about a few provisions.

RULE INFORMATION

Proposed Amendment of Part 36 of the Rules of the Chief Judge (Appointments by the Court) – Description of Proposal

OUTCOME

Adopted COA-AO-02-17 – March 21, 2017