Franklin
Family Court
Dedicated to the protection and well being of children

Family Court FYI -
For Your Information

Family Court Forms

Domestic Violence Forms

Instructions for Filing of Petitions

Law Guardian Application

Filing Objections before a Hearing Examiner

Application for Electronic Testimony

Family Court Judge
Hon. Robert G. Main, Jr.

Hearing Examiners
Michael Howley, Esq.
John T. Ellis, Esq.


Hearing Examiner Assistant
Cindy Queyor

Chief Clerk
Janice F. Mock

Court Assistant
Sarah Lashomb

Senior Court Office Assistant
Tami Reynolds

Senior Court Office Assistant
Susan Johnston

Ph: (518) 481-1742

 
The Family Court hears and determines most legal issues involving children and families. The Family Court does not handle proceedings involving separation, annulment or divorce. These matters must be brought in the Supreme Court, which has exclusive jurisdiction over such issues. There is a Family Court within each county of the State which is authorized to hear matters relating to:
  • custody, visitation and guardianship
  • monetary support for children, spouses and ex-spouses
  • paternity
  • abuse and neglect of children
  • violence among family members
  • children accused of committing crimes (JD)
  • children in need of supervision (PINS)
 

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