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You can obtain a verification of your New York divorce by contacting the NY Deparment of Health in person, online or over the phone. You will need to show proof of identification as well as pay a nominal fee. The NY Department of Health website is 1-800-663-6114

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Where can I get a copy of a divorce decree?

You can get copies of divorce judgments or other written orders in divorce cases from the County Clerk. Copies of documents, other than the Judgment of Divorce itself, can only be obtained by one of the parties involved or by an attorney who is representing one of the parties.

Is the New York State Court open?

New York State courts are open and offering limited in-person assistance for health and safety reasons. Some courts are holding virtual hearings by video or phone. If your case is going to be heard virtually, the court will contact you to let you know.

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The New York State Bar Association and the New York City Bar Association can help you find a lawyer in your area. Lawyers will charge you $35.00 for a 30-minute meeting.

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Some tenants can get a free lawyer in their cases under the Universal Access to Legal Services Law. New York City is the first city in the country to provide lawyers for tenants in housing cases. By 2022, all tenants should be able to get some free legal assistance. Visit the NYC Housing Court to see if you are eligible.

How to get a divorce certificate in New York?

You can obtain a verification of your New York divorce by contacting the NY Deparment of Health in person, online or over the phone. You will need to show proof of identification as well as pay a nominal fee. The NY Department of Health website is 1-800-663-6114.

How much does it cost to get a divorce record?

Requirements to obtain a copy of a divorce record online include: – $30 fee payable by credit card only. – $15 fee for priority handling. – $8 vendor processing fee (charged for each copy ordered) – A copy of one form of photo identification. – A copy of one form of proof of address. Photo identification may include:

Is a divorce in New York considered public records?

New York divorce records are considered public records. This means anyone can perform a search for a divorce record in the State of New York to view and/or obtain the records in a legal capacity. These records are commonly requested by the divorced party who needs a copy of their own divorce record for name change purposes or even an application ...

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