The Special Masters Program was begun in the 1970's when retired Appellate Division Justices Aron Steuer and Louis Capozzoli began to meet with the parties to an appeal in an effort to reach a settlement. Over the years, the Program has been expanded and formal court rules adopted for its administration. Chaired by Petr H. Kaminer, Esq. the Special Masters Program settles approximately 225 cases annually.

The members of the disciplinary and character and Fitness Committees and the Special Masters serve the Court pro bono. The Court greatly appreciates their unstinging dedication and generosity.

The Court’s Office of the Law Guardian fulfills the statutory mandate that law guardians be appointed to provide counsel to minors in certain Family Court proceedings.