NYLE Civil Procedure 2

Question 1

Under the CPLR, what is the general statute of limitations for breach of contract actions in New York?

Accepted Answer

Six years

Answer

Three years

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Four years

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Two years

Question 2

In New York, personal jurisdiction over a non-domiciliary may be obtained under CPLR 302(a)(1) when the defendant does what?

Accepted Answer

Transacts any business within the state and the claim arises from that transaction

Answer

Has any contact whatsoever with a New York resident

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Owns any personal property located in New York

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Has visited New York at any time in the preceding year

Question 3

Under the CPLR, which method of service is generally considered the preferred method for commencing an action?

Accepted Answer

Personal delivery to the defendant

Answer

Service by publication in a newspaper

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Service by mail alone

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Leaving papers at the defendant's workplace with any employee

Question 4

What is the time limit to serve a summons and complaint after filing in New York Supreme Court?

Accepted Answer

120 days after filing

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90 days after filing

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60 days after filing

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30 days after filing

Question 5

In New York, a defendant's time to answer a complaint after personal service is:

Accepted Answer

20 days

Answer

10 days

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30 days

Answer

60 days

Question 6

Under the CPLR, a motion for summary judgment must generally be made no later than when?

Accepted Answer

120 days after the filing of the note of issue

Answer

60 days after the filing of the note of issue

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At any time before trial

Answer

Within 30 days of the close of discovery