Local Rule Local Social Security Rule 8.1: Opposition and Reply Briefs in Pro Se Cases
S.D.N.Y. — Civil rule
Local Social Security Rule 8.1. Opposition and Reply Briefs in Pro Se Cases
A plaintiff appearing pro se who fails to file an initial brief for the requested relief may nonetheless file a brief in opposition to the brief filed by the Commissioner pursuant to Local Social Security Rule 7.1. Such brief in opposition must be filed and served on the Commissioner within 14 days after service of the Commissioner's brief (or within such extended time period granted by the court). In such a circumstance, neither party is permitted to file a reply brief, absent leave of court.
For relevant historical context for this local rule, consult the Appendix of Committee Notes.