Opinion
21-CV-7861 (JMF) (OTW)
12-22-2022
JOHN LOWRY et al., Plaintiffs, - v. GABRIEL EDELMAN et al., Defendants.
ORDER
ONA T. WANG, UNITED STATES MAGISTRATE JUDGE:
This matter has been referred to me for Inquest following a default. By January 27, 2023, Plaintiffs shall file (1) proposed findings of fact and conclusions of law, and (2) an inquest memorandum setting forth proof of damages. Plaintiffs' proposed damages figures should be supported by documentary evidence and/or one or more affidavits establishing the proposed figures. Plaintiffs must also include documentation supporting any requested attorneys' fees and costs. Plaintiffs must serve these documents on the Defaulting Defendants, as defined in ECF 211, and file a proof of service on the docket by January 27, 2023.
Defendants' opposition papers (if any) shall be filed by February 17, 2023.
The Court hereby notifies the parties that it may conduct this inquest solely on the written submissions of the parties. See Action S.A. v. Marc Rich & Co., Inc., 951 F.2d 504, 508 (2d Cir. 1991). If any party seeks an evidentiary hearing on damages, such party must include the request in its papers, as well as provide reasons why a hearing is necessary and detail what types of additional evidence would be presented at the hearing.
Plaintiff shall serve a copy of this Order on the Defaulting Defendants and file proof of service on the docket by January 6, 2023.
SO ORDERED.