Our Mission
To protect the rights of families and children by ensuring the just and timely resolution of all matters brought before the court.
Our Vision
The New York City Family Court is a strong, vibrant, independent, professionally run, due-process driven court, where there is respect for each and every individual appearing in and served by our court, as well as respect for each and every jurist and non-judicial court worker who serves in our busy courts. It is our expectation that all cases will be addresses fairly and expeditiously.
Our Core Values
• Respect for all persons with whom we interact.
• Pride in our work.
• Commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to help others.
• Fairness in our interactions with others.
• Respect for and cooperation with our co-workers.
• Integrity in our dealings with others.
Our Primary Objectives
• Timely disposition of all cases.
• Continuous trials.
• Improved time to permanency for children in out-of-home care.
• Adherence to the One Family, One Judge principle when appropriate.
• Efficiency in all Family Court operations.
• Promoting respect for all, litigant and court staff alike.
Strategic Planning
• Our Vision for the Future
• Our Strategic Plan
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