Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Bronx County, New York:
- Where to file for child custody in Bronx County
- How to find or contact the Bronx County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Bronx County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Bronx County, New York
In Bronx County, child custody is handled by the Bronx County Family Court
NAME OF COURT
Bronx County Family Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURT EMAIL ADDRESS
bronxfamilycourt@nycourts.gov
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Bronx County Family Court
900 Sheridan Ave, Bronx NY 10451
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. excluding court holidays.
Petition filings begin at 8:00 a.m.
Please note that everyone entering the courthouse must pass through a magnetometer. Allow extra time for the security screening.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
https://www.nycourts.gov/courts/nyc/family/childservicecenters.shtml
Bronx County Child Custody Forms & Fees
New York Child Custody Forms Used in Bronx County
http://ww2.nycourts.gov/forms/
Bronx County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
Fee Waiver information can be found here: https://www.nycourts.gov/courthelp/GoingToCourt/feeWaiver.shtml
Get Help With New York Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Bronx County Family Court Self-Help Materials
New York Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Bronx County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Bronx County Child Custody Lawyers
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