N.Y. Real Property Actions & Proceedings Law § 797-i: Trial

§ 797-i. Trial. Where triable issues of fact are raised, they shall be

tried by the court unless, at the time the petition is noticed to be

heard, a party demands a trial by jury, in which case trial shall be by

jury. At the time when issue is joined, the court, at the request of

either party shall adjourn the trial of the issue, not less than

fourteen days, except by consent of all parties. A party's second or

subsequent request for adjournment shall be granted in the court's sole

discretion.