Per diem coverage for busy attorneys — in minutes.

New York Per Diem Attorneys - Instantly

Book New York per diem attorneys to cover your appearances, calendar calls, conferences, routine motions and depositions — without hiring full-time or spending hours of your day in different courts ...

Typical confirmations in under 30 minutes during court hours.

LIVE COVERAGE SNAPSHOT

Court appearances and depositions covered this week

Appearances covered124

Average confirm time18 min

Coverage available for tomorrow morning dockets

How Instant Per Diem Works

A streamlined, court‑ready system built for busy litigators, solo practitioners, and firms that need reliable per diem coverage — not chaos.

1. Submit your appearance

Tell us the court, part, time, caption, and what you need done. Attach any orders, stipulations, or prior decisions we should know about. Submit payment and ...

2. We assign a per diem

Our network of litigators and appearance counsel is filtered by court, practice area, and instructions so your coverage is courtroom‑ready.

3. Receive report

After the appearance, you get a clear, same‑day report of what happened on the record plus next steps.

Coverage where you practice

We focus on courts where per diem coverage makes the biggest difference. If you don’t see your court listed, reach out — we’re expanding rapidly.

  • Supreme & Civil Courts

  • Bronx, Queens, Kings, Manhattan & Richmond County

  • Westchester, Rockland, Nassau, Suffolk, Upstate NY & NJ

Need recurring coverage? We support standing orders for high‑volume dockets so your calendar is protected weeks in advance.

Typical matters we cover

  • Virtual and in-person appearances

  • Preliminary & compliance conferences

  • Status, motion, and discovery conferences

  • Calendar calls & adjournments

  • Orders to show cause & motion submissions

  • Simple oral argument with clear instructions

  • Depositions, Examinations Under Oath

Complex hearings are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis to ensure the right fit.

Simple, predictable per diem pricing

Flat per diem rates with no surprise add‑ons. Volume and firm‑wide arrangements available.

Single Appearance

Ideal for solos and small firms with occasional conflicts.
1 standard civil or Supreme Court appearance
 
Detailed same‑day report
 
Flat rate within covered boroughs
 
Email & phone support
 
From $250

Weekly Bundle

For firms that routinely need coverage across multiple parts.
Up to 5 appearances per week
 
Priority matching & confirmation
 
Dedicated coordinator
 
Preferred rates beyond 5 appearances
 
$1,350
Most Popular

Firm Plan

Designed for litigation departments and volume practices.
Custom multi‑firm or high‑volume pricing
 
Coverage matrix by court and practice area
 
Consolidated monthly invoicing
 
On‑call coverage for urgent conflicts
 
$0

Trusted by busy litigators and growing firms

Per diem coverage used by attorneys who can’t afford to miss a date or lose credibility in court.

“Instant Per Diem has completely de‑risked our NYC practice. I can handle my city appearances and still know every Westchester and Long Island appearance is handled by someone who knows the part and the judges.”

Partner, boutique litigation firm

“Their reports read like my own notes and arrive the same afternoon. It’s the only per diem service I trust to pick up a last‑minute calendar call without drama.”

Solo practitioner, civil practice

“We went from scrambling for coverage every week to having a predictable, systematized process. My associates are happier and our clients never feel the chaos.”

Managing partner, regional firm

Request per diem coverage in minutes

Share the details of your upcoming appearance and we’ll confirm coverage, typically within one court hour.

  • Professional per diem attorneys

  • Transparent, flat per diem rates

  • Same‑day appearance reports *

  • Support for last‑minute conflicts when possible

Per Diem Coverage Request

Use this form to request coverage for an upcoming appearance. We’ll follow up with confirmation and any questions.

Unable to find form

Need urgent same‑day coverage? Call us after submitting so we can prioritize your request.

Frequently asked questions

Still wondering how Instant Per Diem fits into your practice? These are the questions we hear from litigators and firm administrators most often.

How far in advance should I request per diem coverage?

We recommend submitting your request as soon as you receive the court date. That said, we routinely handle next‑day and even same‑day coverage when the calendar and court allow. The more lead time you provide, the better we can match the right attorney and anticipate any court‑specific nuances.

Who are the per diem attorneys you work with?

Our per diem network consists of licensed attorneys with appearance and litigation experience in the courts they cover. We screen for professionalism, and reliability. For ongoing relationships, we can prioritize the same per diem attorneys for your matters when scheduling allows.

Can you handle complex motions or evidentiary hearings?

Yes, in many cases — but we evaluate these matters individually to ensure the right fit. For routine calendar calls, conferences, and simple motions, our coverage is typically automatic. For evidentiary hearings, complex oral argument, or high‑stakes matters, the assigned attorney will review the file before confirming coverage.

How do you report back after an appearance?

You receive a clear written summary covering what happened on the record, any new deadlines or orders, and recommended next steps. If the court directs any immediate action, we flag it in the report so your team can respond quickly.

Do you offer volume or firm‑wide pricing?

Yes. For firms that regularly need coverage across multiple parts, counties, or practice areas, we build a custom plan that reflects your expected volume and complexity. This often includes priority matching, a dedicated coordinator, and consolidated monthly invoicing.

Never scramble for per diem coverage again.

Protect your calendar, your clients, and your reputation in every courtroom you appear in.