Instant Per Diem Attorney Service

A per diem attorney, also known as an appearance attorney, is a qualified legal professional who provides temporary coverage services for court appearances, depositions, and other legal proceedings on behalf of other attorneys or law firms. 

An in person per diem attorney can appear for in-person court hearings, in person administrative hearings and in-person depositions.

Per diem attorneys in the Instant Appearance Attorneys network can appear throughout New York, New Jersey, Florida and California. 

Local counsel is a local attorney who co-counsels a legal case with an attorney of record. A per diem attorney is an attorney that appears for a specific court appearance, hearing or deposition on behalf of the attorney of record. 

A per diem attorney can appear to conduct and defend plaintiff or defendant depositions.

Per diem attorneys can appear in various state, Federal and administrative courts. 

In New York, per diem attorney scan appear in Supreme Court, Civil Court, Small Claims Court, Appellate Court, Federal Court and More. 

A per diem attorney will typically call you prior to the appearance when needed. To ensure your satisfaction, please submit all background, information and documents when you submit your initial assignment.

Kindly forward background information and assignment instructions for your matter, including the case name, case number, party you represent, type of appearance, objective for the appearance, along with any relevant documents.

Yes, the per diem attorney will submit a report along with copies of any court documents arising out of the appearance.

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We offer access to a large network of appearance counsel. We forward your booking to contractors in our network.  

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Queens County:

• Queens County Supreme Court
• Queens County Criminal Court
• Queens County Civil Court
• Town and Village Justice Courts within Queens County

Bronx County:

• Bronx County Supreme Court
• Bronx County Criminal Court
• Bronx County Civil Court
• Town and Village Justice Courts within Bronx County

Kings County (Brooklyn):

• Kings County Supreme Court
• Kings County Criminal Court
• Kings County Civil Court
• Town and Village Justice Courts within Kings County

New York County (Manhattan):

• New York County Supreme Court
• New York County Criminal Court
• New York County Civil Court
• Town and Village Justice Courts within New York County

Richmond County (Staten Island):

• Richmond County Supreme Court
• Richmond County Criminal Court
• Richmond County Civil Court
• Town and Village Justice Courts within Richmond County
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Westchester County:

• Westchester Supreme Court
• Westchester County Civil Court
• Town of Eastchester Justice Court
• Town of Greenburgh Justice Court
• Town of Harrison Justice Court
• Town of Mamaroneck Justice Court
• Town of North Castle Justice Court
• Town of North Salem Justice Court
• Town of Ossining Justice Court
• Town of Peekskill Justice Court
• Town of Pelham Justice Court
• Town of Pound Ridge Justice Court
• Town of Rye Justice Court
• Town of Scarsdale Justice Court
• Town of Somers Justice Court
• Town of Yorktown Justice Court
• Village Justice Courts within Westchester County

Nassau County:

• Nassau County Court
• Town of Hempstead District Court
• Town of North Hempstead District Court
• Town of Oyster Bay District Court
• Village Justice Courts within Nassau County

Suffolk County:

• Suffolk County Court
• District Court of Suffolk County
• Village Justice Courts within Suffolk County

NEW JERSEY

We understand the time sensitivity of your needs. We strive to match you with a per diem attorney as quickly as possible. In most cases, you can expect to receive coverage within a few hours of placing your order. However, the exact timing may depend on the availability of attorneys and the specifics of your request.

While our primary focus is on serving the Westchester County area, we can accommodate requests for coverage in nearby jurisdictions or other locations. Please reach out to us with your specific requirements, and we will do our best to assist you.

Our per diem attorneys are experienced in handling a wide range of legal matters, including civil, criminal, family law, personal injury, and more. We have attorneys with expertise in various practice areas to match the specific needs of your case.

We offer flexible coverage options to meet your needs. Whether you require coverage for a single appearance, a full day, or an extended period, we can accommodate your requirements. There is no minimum or maximum duration for our per diem services.

We provide transparent and convenient payment options. Once coverage is confirmed, we will provide you with an invoice that outlines the fees for the service. You can make payments securely through our platform using various payment methods.

We understand that unexpected situations may arise, leading to scheduling conflicts or emergencies. If such a situation occurs, please notify us immediately, and we will work diligently to find a suitable replacement attorney to ensure uninterrupted coverage.

Yes, absolutely! Once an attorney is assigned to your case, you will receive their contact information. You can communicate directly with the assigned per diem attorney to discuss case specifics, provide instructions, or address any concerns you may have.

While we cannot guarantee the availability of a specific attorney, we understand that you may have preferences. You can mention your preferences during the ordering process, and we will do our best to accommodate your request based on availability.

When placing an order, you will need to provide details such as the date, time, location, and type of appearance or legal proceeding. Any additional case-related documents or instructions can also be submitted through our secure platform.

We understand that urgent situations may arise. While we recommend placing orders in advance to ensure seamless coverage, we do our best to accommodate last-minute or same-day requests whenever possible. Contact us immediately, and we will work diligently to assist you.

Yes, we offer per diem coverage for remote or virtual appearances, including videoconferences and telephonic hearings. Simply provide us with the necessary details, and our per diem attorney will represent you in the virtual proceeding.

Our per diem services primarily focus on court appearances and related proceedings. However, if you require additional services, such as document review or legal research, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your request or provide referrals to trusted professionals.

If the assigned per diem attorney requires additional information or case materials, they will contact you directly to request the necessary documents. Please ensure prompt communication and provide the requested information to facilitate effective representation.