N.Y. Lien Law § 98: Distribution of proceeds

§ 98. Distribution of proceeds. Upon the determination of all the

claims presented, the justice or referee shall make an order of

distribution of the proceeds. The order shall direct the payment of the

claims found to be subsisting liens upon such vessel or proceeds, with

all costs, expenses and allowances, in the order of the priority of

filing the notices of such liens, as provided in this article. Such

costs, expenses and allowances shall be in the discretion of the

justice, except as otherwise provided in this article.