Welcome!
Administration
Hon. Jeanette Ruiz
Administrative Judge
Hon. Anne-Marie Jolly
Deputy Administrative Judge
George Cafasso
Chief Clerk
Michael McLoughlin
First Deputy Chief Clerk
Our Vision
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Case Types
The Family Court hears matters involving children and families. It has the authority to make legal decisions over the following types of cases:
- Abused or Neglected Children
(Child Protective Proceedings) - Adoption
- Custody & Visitation
- Domestic Violence (Family Offense)
- Foster Care Approval & Review
- Guardianship
- Juvenile Delinquency
- Paternity
- Persons in Need of Supervision (PINS)
- Child and/or Spousal Support
Courts By County
New York City Family Court has locations in each of the five Boroughs.
