In caring for the broader community in the midst of coronavirus/COVID-19, LIFT has transitioned to remote service delivery.
Although our court-based offices are closed, we can still support you. Please call our HELPLINE (212-343-1122) for answers to your family law and Family Court questions. You can speak with a LIFT attorney or staff member and be connected to LIFT’s programs. We will continue to evaluate and provide updates regarding our services.
Due to COVID-19, the New York City Family Courts have new rules for filing petitions. These procedures are temporary. LIFT created this page to help you find the information and forms you need on the court’s website.
Most hearings are not being done in person. Almost all hearings are being done by telephone or video.
Questions? Please call our HELPLINE at 212-343-1122. Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm and 2pm-5pm. Se habla español.
Para información en español, haz clic aquí.
Family Court's Electronic Document Deliviery Service (EDDS)
CUSTODY & VISITATION
Instructions on how to file in a custody or visitation case
Order to Show Cause (GF-1)
Petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus (GF-22)
Custody Petition (GF-17)
Modification of Custody Petition (GF-40)
Guardianship
Guardianship Petition (6-1)
Order to Show Cause (GF-1)
CHILD SUPPORT
Instructions on how to request a child support modification
Child Support Modification Petition (4-11)
Order to Show Cause (GF-1)
New York City Office of Child Support Services
New York State Child Support Office
Order of Protection
Instructions on how to file an Order of Protection
Order of Protection Petition (8-2)
RECORDS
Instructions on how to request copies of records from the court
