Carrasco v. Griffin et al

Filing 80

MEMO ENDORSED ORDER denying without prejudice 78 Motion to Appoint Counsel. ENDORSEMENT: In the attached motion dated August 15, 2021, plaintiff, proceeding pro se and in forma pauperis, renews his request for pro bono counsel and requests the C ourt appoint Brian Dratch as his counsel in this case. (Doc. #78). Plaintiff's request for pro bono counsel is DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE. The Court has considered the type and complexity of this case, the merits of plaintiff's claims, and plaintiff's ability to present the case. The Court does not find any exceptional circumstances in plaintiff's case that would warrant the appointment of counsel at this time. See 28 U.S.C. § 1915(e)(l); Cooper v. A. Sargenti Co., I nc., 877 F.2d 170, 172 (2d Cir. 1989). Plaintiff may retain Mr. Dratch as his counsel if he wishes. If plaintiff retains counsel, counsel shall promptly file a notice of appearance on the docket. Chambers will mail a copy of this Order to plaintiff at the address on the docket. The Court certifies pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1915(a)(3) that any appeal from this order would not be taken in good faith, and therefore in forma pauperis status is denied for the purpose of an appeal. See Coppedge v. United States, 369 U.S. 438, 444--45 (1962). The Clerk shall terminate the motion. (Doc. #78). SO ORDERED. (Signed by Judge Vincent L. Briccetti on 8/31/21) Copies Mailed By Chambers. (yv)