{"id":3216,"date":"2024-10-24T23:47:10","date_gmt":"2024-10-25T03:47:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/katzmelinger.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=3216"},"modified":"2026-09-29T15:56:59","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T19:56:59","slug":"guia-para-registrar-sentencias-en-nueva-york","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/es\/practice-areas\/civil-litigation\/domesticating-judgments-in-ny-step-by-step-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Registro de sentencias de otros estados en Nueva York: gu\u00eda paso a paso"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"3216\" class=\"elementor elementor-3216\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-239de6b6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"239de6b6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75b599f1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"75b599f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you&#8217;ve won a judgment in another state or country, enforcing it can be challenging\u2014especially if the debtor has assets in New York. You need an experienced legal partner to help convert, or &#8220;domesticate,&#8221; that judgment into one that New York courts recognize, allowing you to enforce it effectively in New York.<\/p><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3230\" src=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5668772-1024x655.webp\" alt=\"A lawyer working at his desk on a laptop with a gavel on it\" width=\"501\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5668772-1024x655.webp 1024w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5668772-300x192.webp 300w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5668772-768x492.webp 768w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5668772-1536x983.webp 1536w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5668772-2048x1311.webp 2048w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5668772-1568x1004.webp 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 501px) 100vw, 501px\" \/>At <a href=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/about\/\">Katz Melinger PLLC<\/a>, we understand how overwhelming this process can be. Our goal is to make it as straightforward as possible so you can collect what you&#8217;re owed without unnecessary hassle. Whether you&#8217;re dealing with an out-of-state, federal, or international judgment, our experienced attorneys can guide you through the process of domesticating the judgment in New York smoothly and efficiently.<\/p><p><i>Please note: The information provided here is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Each case is unique, and the best course of action depends on your specific circumstances. For personalized assistance, contact Katz Melinger PLLC. <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/contact\/\"><i>Get started with a free consultation today.<\/i><\/a><\/p><h2><b>What Is Judgment Domestication?<\/b><\/h2><h3><b>Understanding the Basics<\/b><\/h3><p>Judgment domestication is the process of converting a judgment obtained in another state or country into a New York judgment. This process is necessary for a judgment creditor to take enforcement actions in New York, like:<\/p><ul><li>Garnishing wages<\/li><li>Placing liens<\/li><li>Seizing assets<\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Why Do You Need Domestication?<\/b><\/h2><p>If your debtor holds assets in New York, you can&#8217;t enforce an out-of-state judgment directly. Each state has its own rules, and New York requires you to &#8220;domesticate&#8221; your judgment to give it full effect. Without this, you may face delays and obstacles that prevent you from collecting what you&#8217;re owed from the debtor\u2019s assets located in New York.<\/p><p>With Katz Melinger PLLC by your side, we make sure your judgment is recognized and enforceable in New York, giving you access to the debtor\u2019s assets as quickly as possible.<\/p><h2><b>How to Domesticate an Out-of-State Judgment in New York<\/b><\/h2><ol><li><h4><b> Registering Under the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act (UEFJA)<\/b><\/h4><\/li><\/ol><p>The Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act (UEFJA) offers a streamlined way to domesticate a judgment in New York\u2014if the lawsuit in which the judgment was entered was decided on the merits of the claims.<\/p><h3><b>Steps for Domesticating Under UEFJA:<\/b><\/h3><ul><li><strong>Authenticate the Judgment<\/strong><ul><li>Obtain an exemplified copy of the judgment from the original court, as required by New York\u2019s Civil Practice Law and Rules (CPLR) 4540. An exemplified (or \u201ctriple certified\u201d) copy of a judgment contains 3 certifications\/attestations \u2013 one from a clerk of court certifying the authenticity of the judgment, one from a judge authenticating the clerk\u2019s signature, and a second signature from the clerk certifying the judge\u2019s signature (although some states only provide the first 2 signatures).<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>File with the County Clerk<\/strong><ul><li>File the exemplified copy of the judgment and an affidavit with the county clerk in a New York county where the debtor has assets. You must do this within 90 days of obtaining the exemplified copy of the judgment.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Notify the Debtor<\/strong><ul><li>After filing, mail a notice of the filing to the judgment debtor at their last known address within 30 days of filing with the county clerk, then file proof of that mailing with the court. New York requires this notice before enforcement can move forward, and any money or assets recovered from the debtor must be held for 30 days from the filing of proof of service of the notice.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>Result: Once the clerk processes and enters your out-of-state judgment, it becomes enforceable in New York and you can begin taking steps to enforce the judgment such as garnishing the debtor\u2019s wages or seizing assets.<\/p><ol start=\"2\"><li><h4><b> Domestication of Default Judgments or Judgments by Confession<\/b><\/h4><\/li><\/ol><p>If the judgment was obtained by default\u2014meaning the debtor failed to appear\u2014or a judgment obtained by confession, you need to file a new lawsuit in New York.<\/p><p>To expedite the process, you can use CPLR 3213:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Motion for Summary Judgment in Lieu of Complaint:<\/strong> This allows you to skip the discovery phase of a lawsuit by directly filing a motion along with a summons and supporting documents.<\/li><li><strong>Faster Resolution:<\/strong> Courts often grant such motions quickly if all procedural requirements are met, saving you substantial time.<\/li><\/ul><ol start=\"3\"><li><h4><b>Federal Court Judgment Domestication<\/b><\/h4><\/li><\/ol><p>For judgments entered in federal courts located outside of New York, you must register it with a federal district court in New York.<\/p><p>Steps to Register a Federal Court Judgment:<\/p><ol><li><strong>Submit Clerk\u2019s Certification<\/strong><ul><li>Get certification from the clerk of the issuing court and submit it with the required fees to a federal district court in New York.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>File the Judgment<\/strong><ul><li>File the certified judgment, a civil cover sheet, and other necessary documents.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><h2><b>Domestication of International Judgments<\/b><\/h2><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-3231\" src=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gavel-gde5582f04_1280-1024x682.webp\" alt=\"A dark gavel sitting in front of the american flag\" width=\"499\" height=\"332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gavel-gde5582f04_1280-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gavel-gde5582f04_1280-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gavel-gde5582f04_1280-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gavel-gde5582f04_1280.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px\" \/><\/p><p>If the judgment was issued by a foreign country, different procedures apply. The Uniform Foreign Country Money-Judgments Recognition Act (UFCMJRA) provides guidelines for recognizing and enforcing international judgments in New York.<\/p><h3><b>Steps for Domesticating an International Judgment:<\/b><\/h3><ol><li><strong>Ensure Enforceability<\/strong><ul><li>Verify that the judgment meets enforceability criteria under CPLR 5301 through 5305.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Confirm Jurisdiction<\/strong><ul><li>Ensure that a New York court has jurisdiction over the debtor. If the debtor contests jurisdiction, additional proceedings may be required.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Obtain a Court Order<\/strong><ul><li>You can do this by commencing a new action, filing a motion for summary judgment, or using existing litigation tools like a cross-claim.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><h2><b>Why Choose Katz Melinger PLLC?<\/b><\/h2><p><a href=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/practice-areas\/civil-litigation\/what-is-a-civil-litigation-attorney-and-what-types-of-cases-do-they-handle-in-new-york-and-new-jersey\/\" data-wpil=\"url\"> Enforcing a judgment in New York takes experience and attention to detail.<\/a>. As an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/practice-areas\/civil-litigation\/\" data-wpil=\"url\">civil litigation firm<\/a> that handles judgment enforcement, Katz Melinger is equipped to tackle this process, which includes:<\/p><ul><li>Understanding how to protect you, if your debtor transfers assets<\/li><li>Handling extensive paperwork<\/li><li>Meeting strict deadlines<\/li><li>Ensuring compliance with New York law and procedures<\/li><\/ul><h3><b>Here\u2019s How We Can Help:<\/b><\/h3><ul><li><b>Experience You Can Trust<\/b><br \/>We represent clients in both state and federal courts throughout New York, providing comprehensive support at every stage of judgment domestication and enforcement.<\/li><li><b>Personalized Approach<\/b><br \/>Every case is unique. We tailor our approach to meet your individual needs, plan the best enforcement strategy, and execute it effectively.<\/li><\/ul><p>Learn more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/katzmelinger.com\/practice-areas\/civil-litigation\/judgment-collection\/\" data-wpil=\"url\">commercial collections and judgment enforcement services<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5214d4f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5214d4f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e9c1637 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e9c1637\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">FAQs About Domesticating Judgments in New York<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e72140 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8e72140\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;all_collapsed&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1490\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1490\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How long does the domestication process take? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1490\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0da2947 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0da2947\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-771aa90 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"771aa90\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The timeline for domestication depends on various factors, such as the type of judgment and whether the debtor contests it. The streamlined process through UEFJA can often be completed within a few weeks, while filing a new lawsuit, such as for default judgments, may take longer due to court schedules.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1491\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1491\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can I enforce a judgment obtained by default? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1491\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a3dda9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2a3dda9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39aee1c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"39aee1c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, you can enforce a default judgment in New York, but it requires a different process. Instead of the streamlined UEFJA procedure, you need to file a new lawsuit to domesticate the judgment in New York. By filing a motion for summary judgment under CPLR 3213, we can expedite the process and avoid a lengthy discovery phase of the case.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1492\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1492\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What happens if the debtor disputes the judgment in New York? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1492\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-41e7354 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"41e7354\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2f6ae1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a2f6ae1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If the debtor disputes the recognition or enforcement of the judgment, additional hearings or proceedings may be required.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1493\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1493\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the difference between a certified and an exemplified judgment? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1493\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc84938 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fc84938\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4aebd09 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4aebd09\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A certified judgment is signed once by the clerk of the original court and bears the court\u2019s seal, confirming its authenticity. An exemplified judgment, also called a triple-certified judgment, includes additional certificates attesting to its validity\u2014signed by the judge and the court clerk. The type of certification required will depend on the specific legal requirements for domestication in New York.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1494\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1494\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Do I need to notify the debtor when domesticating a judgment? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1494\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-071ee7c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"071ee7c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b4ad838 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b4ad838\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, under New York law, you must notify the judgment debtor when you domesticate a judgment in New York. You must mail a notice of the filing to the debtor\u2019s last known address within 30 days of filing with the county clerk. Proof of service is also required to ensure proper notification.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1495\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1495\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can I start enforcing the judgment immediately after filing it in New York? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1495\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f591079 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f591079\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-db5ff56 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"db5ff56\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>In most cases, once the judgment is filed with the county clerk, you can proceed with enforcement actions, such as garnishing wages or placing liens. However, judgments domesticated under UEFJA require any money or assets recovered from the debtor to be held for 30 days from the filing of proof of service of the required notice on the debtor. Our firm can help guide you through every step to ensure compliance and minimize delays.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1496\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"7\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1496\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is there a deadline for filing a foreign judgment in New York? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1496\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e9ae215 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e9ae215\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a750d77 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a750d77\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>While there isn&#8217;t a specific statutory deadline for domesticating a foreign judgment in New York, it is important to act promptly to avoid any statute of limitations issues that may affect your ability to enforce the judgment. Typically, judgments have a lifespan of several years, but each case is unique, and prompt action can help preserve your rights.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1497\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"8\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1497\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What is the Uniform Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act (UEFJA)? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1497\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-518b06c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"518b06c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-666e64e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"666e64e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The UEFJA is a law that simplifies the domestication process for judgments obtained in other states (also known as sister-state judgments). Under the UEFJA, you can register your judgment with a New York court to convert it into a local judgment, provided that the original judgment was not obtained by default or confession.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1498\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"9\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1498\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can a federal court judgment from another state be enforced in New York? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1498\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-805fd75 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"805fd75\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d19c4b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d19c4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, a federal court judgment from another state can be enforced in New York, but it must first be registered with a New York federal district court. This involves obtaining a certified copy of the judgment and filing it, along with the required documents and fees, with the appropriate New York federal district court.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1499\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"10\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1499\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can an international judgment be enforced in New York? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1499\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fef064e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fef064e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2dd845 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a2dd845\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, an international judgment can be enforced in New York under the Uniform Foreign Country Money-Judgments Recognition Act (UFCMJRA). This process involves verifying enforceability, confirming the jurisdiction of the New York court, and taking the necessary steps to convert the foreign judgment into a New York judgment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-14910\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"11\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-14910\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What can I do if the debtor no longer resides in New York or has hidden assets? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-14910\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3162d46 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3162d46\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf8495c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cf8495c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If the debtor no longer resides in New York or has attempted to hide assets, you may still have options for enforcement. This could include locating assets through investigative means or using legal tools to compel the disclosure of assets. Katz Melinger PLLC can help identify the best strategy to locate and enforce the judgment against the debtor\u2019s assets, regardless of their location.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-14911\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"12\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-14911\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How does CPLR 3213 expedite the enforcement process? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-14911\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fdff426 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fdff426\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe952eb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe952eb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>CPLR 3213 allows a creditor to file a motion for summary judgment in lieu of a complaint, which can significantly expedite the enforcement process. This is especially helpful for judgments obtained by default, as it avoids the lengthy discovery phase typical of traditional litigation. If successful, it allows you to move directly to enforcement actions once the judgment is entered.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How long does the domestication process take?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The timeline for domestication depends on various factors, such as the type of judgment and whether the debtor contests it. 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