(Model) Protective Order And Non-Disclosure Agreement (Judge Rochon)

PROTECTIVE ORDER (JENNIFER L. ROCHON United States District Judge). This form from the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York governs the handling of confidential materials exchanged during discovery in a civil lawsuit. It restricts disclosure of sensitive information—such as financial records, business plans, or personal data—to only authorized individuals, including attorneys, court personnel, and designated experts. Parties may designate materials as Confidential, and such materials cannot be publicly disclosed or filed with the court without approval. The order also includes provisions for handling confidential deposition testimony, returning or destroying materials after litigation, and enforcing compliance through contempt sanctions. A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) must be signed by individuals accessing confidential materials, ensuring they adhere to the order’s terms and submit to the court’s jurisdiction. www.FormsWorkflow.com