United States Courthouse
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"Public buildings should encourage just pride in
the state and be an education to oncoming generations to see these things,
imponderable elements of life and character, set before the people for
their enjoyment and betterment."
- Cass Gilbert, Architect
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United States District Court Robert Rogers United States District Judges Judge Charles L. BrieantJudge William C. Conner Judge Kenneth M. Karas Judge Stephen C. Robinson United States Magistrate Judges Magistrate Judge Mark D. FoxMagistrate Judge Lisa M. Smith Magistrate Judge George A. Yanthis |
In 1978, the U.S. Congress designated White Plains, New York ,where patriots fought for liberty on October 28, 1776 and the Declaration of Independence was first read in New York on July 10,1776, as a "place of holding court." On October 17, 1983, the United States Courthouse opened in White Plains, New York. This first courthouse was a leased district court facility, but in 1991, Congress authorized the construction of a new courthouse. The new courthouse, located at 300 Quarropas Street, opened on May 15, 1995. On November 13, 1995, during the administration of President William J. Clinton, the U.S. Courthouse was so dedicated. Read More (pdf) » There are four U.S. District Judges and three U.S. Magistrate Judges presiding over the cases filed at the White Plains Courthouse. Each judge participates in the Electronic Case Filing System utilized by the U.S. Courts. Also, located within the White Plains Courthouse are the Bankruptcy Court, Pretrial Services, Federal Defenders, U. S. Probation and an Office of the U.S. Attorney. The White Plains Clerk's Office is located on the first floor, directly behind the security check-in area. Hours |
500 Pearl Street, New York, New York 10007-1312 •
300 Quarropas Street, White Plains, New York 10601-4150
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