Erie County Family Court

Category: County court in Buffalo, New York

Address: 1 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14202, USA

Phone: +17168457400

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Loiriam Jimenez

May 13, 2022

This family court is a joke. They rescheduled the court date over and over again and again. I’m so tired of that and this have to be ENOUGH!

Sugar Titz

May 5, 2022

Where do you even really begin? The lawyers hired by judges fraud you telling a judge you're not aware of your rights and hers continuing with the hearing fraud apparently recording court is against the law I wonder why I wonder why people aren't allowed in family Court and don't forget the post office is a federal entity so don't wonder why you don't get notifications about court dates they'll send it certified and pretend they try to give it to you and the mailman will just throw a paper out

Girl Bye

May 5, 2022

Straight fraud, largest traffickers of children in ny

John J

Jan 13, 2022

Erie County Family Court - should consider renaming them to Erie County KANGAROO Court. This court is packed full of criminals wearing black robes who are out to extort the middle class for Title IV funding to recuperate NYS's grossly over-inflated welfare system. There is no due process and NO justice in this court. They operate outside their jurisdiction and commit treasonous acts against private citizens on a daily basis. If you're reading this and have no idea what Title IV is, it's CHILD SUPPORT. Child Support was NEVER intended to benefit the mother OR the child, its sole purpose is welfare recuperation. See Blessing v Freestone. The State collects $0.66 for every dollar they collect through the child support collection unit, Title IV is a federally-funded PROGRAM based on CONTRACTS. Every County has a contract to enforce Title IV to get their $0.66 kick-back for every dollar they collect. This Court is nothing more than a Title IV operation, operating under the executive branch of the government, they are NOT part of the judicial branch, not even close. Greed, corruption, and scams...that's what Erie County Family Court is all about...they're participating in the largest pay-per-child ponzi scheme imaginable. Do your reading folks, this court is a joke and ruins families on a daily basis. If you end up in this Court your family is a lost cause. Keep the gov't out of private matters where they don't belong.

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Questions & Answers

Is family court open yet? I really need to get a petition in

Destiny Collins | Sep 16, 2020
Shannon Keavey | Sep 16, 2020

You can't go in, but you can get the paperwork from them in person and then mail it in. Erie county family court. Attn: petition processing. 1 Niagara plaza. Buffalo ny 14202

My daughter's mother has been keeping her from me for over a month now we had a verbal agreement when we broke up that we switch off every 3 days now it's been over a month since I've seen my daughter is there anything I can do

John Flanagan | Sep 16, 2021
Giovani Castro | Sep 16, 2021

Im trynna find out myself bro im going threw the samerhing i feel your pain we gotta always keep our heads up help high bro

I just filled out a Children’s Custody paperwork form, to which Judge or Department do I mail it in to ? Thank you

Donald Day | Sep 16, 2020
Jeremiah pedro | Sep 16, 2020

You can mail family court petitions to either of the following:. Erie County Family Court 1 Niagara Plaza Buffalo, NY 14202 Or you can send it electronically via the nycourts.gov website, you will see information on sending it via the Electronic Document Delivery System (EDDS).

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Where do I park to go to the Family Court.

Jeri Jaeger | Aug 17, 2022
Fragrance of Yah | Aug 17, 2022

I usually park on W Eagle Street for anything in that vacinity

My daughter is about to be 22 years old she's working and has a 2 year old what do I need to do to to stop paying child support

dark man x dark mam x | Jun 18, 2022
#advocateforyourlife | Jun 18, 2022

You can address it by filling a stop payment form in the erie.gov site

How do I email something to family court?

mark showard | Sep 16, 2021
Cherrina Kelly | Sep 16, 2021

Call them and they will give you the email address.

how do I get a petition form for adjustment to child support

Donald | Sep 16, 2021
Brittany Bandinelli | Sep 16, 2021

You have to go downtown last time I knew they did it on the 1st floor because of Covid

Can my son's mother face legal consequences for lying to get an order of protection?

Ryan Lindsay | Sep 16, 2021
Glendalee Soto | Sep 16, 2021

She can. But most likely won't. You have to have sufficient amount of evidence proving she lied. Plus a Good lawyer

My wife and I are getting a divorce. It is uncontested and things were agreed upon but now she has become illrational. Can I take her to Family Court even if we are not legally divorced yet?

Kurt St.Louis | Sep 16, 2021
Jessica Kelly | Sep 16, 2021

You can't file any support/custody petitions if the divorce is filed and is pending

My child's father took my daughter out of state without any permission from the courts or myself. A joint custody order is already in place. What can I do to resolve this immediately?

Valerie B | Sep 16, 2020
Valerie B | Sep 16, 2021

To answer your question Ryan, she is still out of state....and I did get a lawyer, nothing happened since the last court date where nothing was established

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Is the court open to hear a custody modification petition? If not when and or how we can get this heard asap.

Eric Carlson | Sep 16, 2020
I Am Retired | Sep 16, 2020

I suggest you go to their website. Most courts are by emergency appt only.

I'm waiting on a new court date . The original date was delayed by the virus. Who long will it take?

Sherry Ingram | Sep 16, 2020
Christina Oyoyo | Sep 16, 2020

You should seek your timeing. Go out to get it

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is the court house open to drop off petition for divorce for a poor person? If not, how can it be submited?

Rick Pepperday | Sep 16, 2020
Christine Folts | Sep 16, 2020

Online.. www.nycourts.gov/courts/8jd/erie/family/index.shtml

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How can I get a visit with my child who is in foster care and find out what foster home my child is in

Julie Grizer | Sep 16, 2020
Sharon Turner | Sep 16, 2020

Call your CPS worker or your Children Services Worker (CSW)

How to obtain a family court menu after abandoning 4 children, while possibly pregnant with the 5th how to fix this chaos?

Amber Maude | Sep 16, 2020
Sharon Turner | Sep 16, 2020

My suggestion to you is go to the 4th floor of any Court & ask to speak with the free legal counsel to help answer your questions.

What if I don't show up for court for termination of child support due to a move out of state? My son will be 21.

Lisa Sveda | Sep 16, 2020
Sharon Turner | Sep 16, 2020

That's a legal question. Ask am Atty for advice or call the court and seek guidance

What is the time you Can Drop off paper work on Forth Floor.

Carol “Cardef” Stephens | Sep 16, 2020
Sharon Turner | Sep 16, 2020

Doors open to the public @ 8:30am. Building closes @ 4:30/5p

Emergency custody how is it done

Kathy Hill | Sep 16, 2020
Sharon Turner | Sep 16, 2020

Come to court, 4th floor & petition.

What's the clerks office email and fax number for family court in buffalo ny.

Jodi Newman | Sep 16, 2020
Jeremiah pedro | Sep 16, 2020

http://ww2.nycourts.gov/courts/8jd/erie/family/index.shtml

how do i get a copy of custody papers

Linda Topp | Sep 16, 2020
Sharon Turner | Sep 16, 2020

Go to the 4th floor with your ID to petition processing/record room.

Who is above the FC judges?Who is their boss or supervisor?

Sabah Kassem | Sep 17, 2019
Seth Howard | Sep 17, 2019

Judge Feroletto

Where to park?

Digi Tal | Sep 17, 2019
Jessica Kelly | Sep 17, 2019

Parking ramp attached to building...$2/hr. Very limited meter parking on pearl street.

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How can a dad get help to see his children?

Beth Pf | Sep 17, 2019
Seth Howard | Sep 17, 2019

Go to 4th floor and fill out a petition

Im paralyzed and wonder how do i get a petition to see my kids

Christopher Steele | Sep 17, 2019
Ashlea Palladino | Sep 17, 2019

There are templates available on the court's website or on the fourth floor of the Family Court building for visitation petitions. If you are unable to go yourself you could have someone help you fill out and file a petition for you, or you could retain an attorney to file one for you.

What’s the number for adoption service

connie powell | Sep 17, 2019
Jeremiah pedro | Sep 17, 2019

Private adoptions are handled through the Surrogate's Court; (716) 845-2560.

What if the person who petitioned for child support don’t show up?

Staci Miller | Sep 17, 2019
Jessica Kelly | Sep 17, 2019

Petition will be dismissed

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The grandmother has visits on weekends but now she moved and didn't tell nobody I'm afraid to let her take them she always threatens to not bring them back what can I do

George Sarach | Sep 17, 2019
Seth Howard | Sep 17, 2019

File a petition on 4th floor for a modification

Will Family Court be open tomorrow

Shalaka Washington | Sep 17, 2019
Jeremiah pedro | Sep 17, 2019

Information about court closings can generally be found at www.nycourts.gov. Also, you can get txt updates about court closings by following the instructions here https://www.nycourts.gov/notice/twitter.shtml

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Are family court closed weds

Jody Morrfaulk | Sep 17, 2019
Vanessa Explains It All | Sep 17, 2019

Looks like yes...check channel 4

What do I need to do if someone threatens to take me to court for custody of my children

andrea martin | Sep 17, 2019
Seth Howard | Sep 17, 2019

Once it is no longer a threat....and it becomes a reality....seek counsel

How to you fill for custody of my son

Willie Cunningham | Sep 17, 2019
Jennifer Paulino | Sep 17, 2019

Go to the 4th floor.

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How do I get custody or file petition for my grandkids that live with me and their dad us in the hospital in Cleveland Ohio and mom here who have joint custody with him and does nothing for them

Kim Gibson | Sep 17, 2019
George Trimble | Sep 17, 2019

You can contact Erie County Social Services @ (716)858-8000 and tell them want to do and they should get you started on what to & whom you should contact.

Do grandparents have visitation rights?

Kami Fulgham | Sep 17, 2018
Seth Howard | Sep 17, 2018

Depends on the circumstance.

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Do you have to be a family member or with a family member to show up for your boyfriend's court date?

Shy Shy | Sep 17, 2018
Scare bear | Sep 17, 2018

You can go to the date but they won't let you into the courtroom unless you're directly involved. I can only speak for child related things though

Where would I go for joint custody

Sherry Rippey | Sep 17, 2017
Kelly Frantz | Sep 17, 2018

You have to go to the fourth floor to file a petition

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