Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Erie County, New York:
- Where to file for child custody in Erie County
- How to find or contact the Erie County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Erie County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Erie County, New York
In Erie County, child custody is handled by the Erie County Family Court
NAME OF COURT
Erie County Family Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Erie County Family Court
One Niagara Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14202
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
http://ww2.nycourts.gov/ip/childrenscenter/centers_a.shtml#ERIE
Erie County Child Custody Forms & Fees
New York Child Custody Forms Used in Erie County
http://ww2.nycourts.gov/forms/
Erie County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
Information on Fee Waivers: http://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.
Erie County Family Court Self-Help Materials
New York Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Erie County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Erie County Child Custody Lawyers
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