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Though you have the right to initiate and proceed through a case in Family Court without an attorney, doing so could cost you significantly.

Enforcement of a Child Custody Order. If your co-parent refuses to follow a custody or visitation order, you can file an enforcement petition in family court. It would be beneficial to consult with an experienced family law attorney before doing so to ensure your rights and interests are protected.

After paternity has been established, the father gains custody and visitation rights to the child. In addition, the legal father must be notified of a pending adoption of the child, the child will have the right to inherit from the father, receive Social Security benefits, and get health benefits on the father's plan.

Who can get visitation in New York? Either parent, siblings and half-siblings, and grandparents can ask for visitation. The court will determine whether visitation is in the child's best interest. A parent is entitled to frequent and meaningful visitation, unless it is shown that it would be harmful to the child.

Unless otherwise required by statute, rule or order of the Court or any Justice thereof, the papers on a motion or cross motion must include the original notice of motion, supporting affidavit(s), and proof of service of the motion on all parties, a copy of the notice of appeal or other document which first invoked the ...

Petitions MUST be signed in the presence of a Notary Public or a Family Court Clerk. Once your petition is completed and your signature notarized, you can either mail it to Family Court or submit it in person during our stated business hours. Paternity Petitions must be submitted with a copy of the Birth Certificate.