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"The Matrimonial Division deals with some of the court system's most complex matters, according to Zayas. Judge Katz's judicial expertise, fairness, and deep understanding of family law will ensure the division continues to provide timely, compassionate justice to Manhattan families in highly sensitive matters affecting their stability and well-being, Zayas said in a statement Tuesday."

"Katz will oversee the court that handles divorce, custody and support matters. He became an acting Supreme Court justice in 2015, presiding over civil matters, and has been with the Matrimonial Division since March 2016. He has also co-chaired the First Judicial District's Matrimonial Advisory Committee since 2022. Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas and First Deputy Chief Administrative Judge Norman St. George announced the appointment."

"St. George added that Katz's 30 years in the court system beginning as a court attorney in New York City Civil Court and decade handling matrimonial cases will prepare him for the supervisory role. His extensive legal knowledge, collaborative leadership style, and commitment to justice will serve him well in balancing the many demands of this pivotal supervisory assignment, St. George said."

Acting Supreme Court Justice Michael L. Katz became supervising judge of the New York County Supreme Court Matrimonial Division effective Jan. 6, 2025. The division handles divorce, custody, and support matters and deals with some of the court system's most complex cases. Katz has served as an acting Supreme Court justice since 2015 and has worked in the Matrimonial Division since March 2016. He co-chaired the First Judicial District's Matrimonial Advisory Committee beginning in 2022 and brings roughly 30 years in the court system, including roles in civil court and as a principal law clerk.

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