North Hempstead Family Court Records

North Hempstead family court records go through the Nassau County Family Court at 1200 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY 11590. The town covers many communities including Manhasset, Port Washington, Great Neck, Roslyn Heights, and New Cassel. All of them are served by the same court. You can reach the Nassau County Family Court at 516-493-4000 or search case info online through the WebFamily portal. The Records Department is at 516-493-3915. There are no filing fees for family court petitions.

Nassau County Family Court for North Hempstead

North Hempstead is in Nassau County. All family court cases for the town go to the Nassau County Family Court at 101 County Seat Drive, Mineola, NY 11501. The courthouse also uses the address 1200 Old Country Road, Westbury. The Supervising Judge is Hon. Ellen R. Greenberg. The Chief Clerk is John A. Aiken at 516-493-4000.

The town includes many unincorporated communities: Albertson, Carle Place, Glenwood Landing, Great Neck Gardens, Greenvale, Harbor Hills, Herricks, Manhasset, Manhasset Hills, New Cassel, North New Hyde Park, Port Washington, Roslyn Heights, Saddle Rock Estates, Searington, Strathmore, University Gardens, and Williston Park. Every one of these communities uses the Nassau County Family Court for custody, support, and other family matters.

The North Hempstead Town Clerk's Office is at 200 Plandome Road, Box 3000, Manhasset, NY 11030. Call 516-869-7646 for local government matters. But family court cases always go through the county court in Mineola, not through the town clerk.

Searching North Hempstead Family Court Records

Under Family Court Act Section 166, family court records are not open to the public. The court can permit inspection at its discretion. Parties to the case, their attorneys, and authorized agencies can access records under 22 NYCRR 205.5.

The WebFamily portal lets you search cases by file number or attorney name. It shows case status, court dates, and hearing history. Some details may be hidden for privacy, especially in cases involving children.

The Nassau County Clerk's Office at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, NY 11501, also maintains court records. Call (516) 571-2660. You can request records by mail with a written application, case details, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and payment for copies. The court's Support Department handles child support inquiries at 516-493-3890.

NYSCEF e-filing is available for custody, visitation, guardianship, paternity, and support cases. It is free and accessible at any time. Official forms are available at the General Clerk's Office or from the NYS Courts forms page.

Family Court Case Types in North Hempstead

The Nassau County Family Court handles a wide range of matters for North Hempstead residents. These include child custody and visitation, child support, paternity, adoption, guardianship, juvenile delinquency, persons in need of supervision, child abuse and neglect, and family offense petitions involving domestic violence.

The court has multiple judges and support staff. Judges include Hon. Ayesha K. Brantley, Hon. Sylvia A. Cabana, Hon. Christopher J. Coschignano, Hon. Lisa Daniels, Hon. Robin M. Kent, Hon. Eric P. Milgrim, and others. Court Attorney Referees assist with case management. The Alternative Dispute Resolution office at 516-493-3943 provides mediation for custody and visitation disputes.

Divorce is not within Family Court jurisdiction. North Hempstead residents who need a divorce must file at the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, which can be reached at (516) 493-3400.

Under Family Court Act Section 216-a, the clerk in each county keeps records, applies the court seal, and handles administrative matters. Clerks also provide forms and can help with basic questions about the filing process.

Note: Court staff provide procedural information only and cannot give legal advice.

Records Privacy for North Hempstead Families

Address confidentiality is available in all family court cases. Under Family Court Act Section 154-b(2), the court can keep your address off all papers. Ask the clerk for an Address Confidentiality Affidavit. The NYS Address Confidentiality Program is also free for domestic violence victims who have moved for safety.

Under 22 NYCRR 205.5, disclosed records cannot be shared beyond what is needed for the pending case. If an address is ordered confidential, it must be removed from all documents given to other parties. Court reporters at 516-493-3930 handle transcript requests.

Nassau County Family Court Records

North Hempstead is in Nassau County. The Nassau County Family Court handles all family court filings for the town and its many communities.

Nearby cities with family court pages include Hempstead, Oyster Bay, and New York City.