Orangetown Family Court Records
Orangetown family court records are managed by the Rockland County Family Court in New City. The Town of Orangetown sits in the southern part of Rockland County, and all family court cases for its residents go through the courthouse at 1 South Main Street, Suite 300. Whether you need to look up a custody case, find a support order, or file a family offense petition, the Rockland County court handles it. The court phone is 845-483-8210. You can also search for case data using the WebFamily online portal. Court hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays.
Orangetown Overview
Rockland County Family Court for Orangetown
Orangetown residents use the Rockland County Family Court for all family law matters. The court is at 1 South Main Street, Suite 300, New City, NY 10956. The main phone is 845-483-8210. The fax is 914-638-5319. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The courthouse is in downtown New City, the county seat of Rockland County. Parking is available in municipal lots behind the County Office Building.
Family Court Judges serving Rockland County include Hon. Christopher J. Exias (chambers at 845-483-8331), Hon. Andrea F. Composto (chambers at 845-483-8207), and Hon. David M. Ascher (chambers at 845-483-8254). Court Attorney Referee Holly Young, Esq. has chambers at 845-483-8232. These judges handle the full range of family court matters that come before the Rockland bench.
The court is part of the 9th Judicial District, which also includes Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, and Westchester Counties. This district follows standardized procedures across all five counties. If you have dealt with family court in any of these other counties, the process works the same way in Rockland.
| Court | Rockland County Family Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 South Main Street, Suite 300, New City, NY 10956 |
| Phone | (845) 483-8210 |
| Fax | (914) 638-5319 |
| Hours | Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
The NYS Navigator directory for Rockland County Family Court confirms the address and contact details for the court that handles Orangetown cases.
This directory page helps Orangetown residents find the right phone numbers and office locations.
Family Court Cases in Orangetown
The Rockland County Family Court handles custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, paternity, adoption, guardianship, juvenile delinquency, persons in need of supervision (PINS), child abuse and neglect, and family offense petitions for orders of protection. The court does not handle divorce. Divorce cases must go to the Rockland County Supreme Court at 1 South Main Street (phone 845-483-8310), which shares the same building complex.
Under Family Court Act Section 166, family court records are not available for general public inspection. The statute gives the court discretion to allow access when appropriate. Parties to a case and their lawyers get automatic access under 22 NYCRR 205.5. Others must apply to the court and explain why they need the records. The court will decide on a case-by-case basis.
The Family Legal Care guide for the 9th Judicial District provides detailed instructions on how to start any type of family court case in Rockland County. The guide covers filing procedures, what to bring, and what to expect.
This guide is useful for anyone in Orangetown starting a family court case for the first time.
Getting Orangetown Family Court Records
To get copies of records from a family court case, Orangetown residents should contact the Rockland County Family Court Clerk's Office at 845-483-8210. You must bring valid photo ID. The clerk can provide copies of orders, petitions, and other court documents. Only parties and their attorneys have automatic access. Others need a court order.
All papers must be filed by EDDS or NYSCEF e-filing (depending on the case type) or in hard copy at the clerk's office. Only one copy of any document is needed unless the judge says otherwise. The court will not accept faxed or emailed copies of papers that must be filed in original form. This is a firm rule. If you are not sure which filing method to use, call the clerk's office and ask.
The WebFamily portal lets you search for family court case info by case number or attorney name. It works from any computer. The system will not show sealed or confidential details, but it gives you basic case status and hearing dates.
Note: Transcripts of hearings can be ordered up to five years after the court appearance. You must be a party or attorney of record to request them.
Legal Help for Orangetown Families
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley provides free legal representation to survivors of domestic violence and others in family court matters in Rockland County. The intake line is 1-877-574-8529. Their website is lshv.org. This is a real option for Orangetown residents who cannot afford a private attorney and need help with a family offense petition, custody case, or support matter.
The Rockland County courthouse is ADA accessible. The court participates in the 9th Judicial District's integrated domestic violence court program and other programs aimed at complex family cases. Alternative Dispute Resolution services are available to help parties settle without a trial. Ask the clerk's office or look into the 9th Judicial District ADR program for more details.
The Rockland County Supreme Court page has additional info on the courthouse complex, including parking and directions. The Supreme Court is in the same building as the Family Court, which can be helpful if you need to handle related matters (like a divorce filing) at the same time.
The Rockland County courthouse complex houses both Family Court and Supreme Court at the same address.
Rockland County Family Court Records
Orangetown is in Rockland County. The Rockland County Family Court at 1 South Main Street in New City serves Orangetown and all communities in the county.
Nearby cities with family court pages include Clarkstown and Ramapo.