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Mum of Richmond boy, 7, spotted for first time since going missing four months ago

Police are seeking help to locate a missing mother and son reported missing for four months, with a recent sighting prompting renewed efforts.

New pay increase for Family Court support magistrates announced

New York City Family Court increases support magistrate pay to attract qualified candidates amid staffing shortages.

Tyrese refuses to back down in child support case: 'I'm fighting for dear life'

Tyrese Gibson asserts he's not an unfit father and criticizes the increased child support ruling against him.
#child-abandonment

Abandoned baby 'doing well' but parents still unknown

A newborn baby abandoned in freezing temperatures in London is reportedly doing well, but the search for her parents continues.

Three newborn siblings found abandoned in east London over seven years

A judge ruled that a child known as Baby Elsa, found in a shopping bag in east London, has two siblings previously abandoned in similar circumstances.

Abandoned baby 'doing well' but parents still unknown

A newborn baby abandoned in freezing temperatures in London is reportedly doing well, but the search for her parents continues.

Three newborn siblings found abandoned in east London over seven years

A judge ruled that a child known as Baby Elsa, found in a shopping bag in east London, has two siblings previously abandoned in similar circumstances.
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Mother devastated' after rapist ex-partner given access to their daughter

A mother successfully appealed against a court decision that allowed her rapist ex-partner unsupervised contact with their child, raising serious concerns about safeguarding procedures.

Brooklyn judge Ben Darvil reflects on marine dreams and legal journey

A football injury in high school drastically shifted Judge Ben Darvil's career path from aspiring Marine to Family Court judge.

Brooklyn Defenders celebrate legislative successes in 2023 annual report

Brooklyn Defenders, in their 2023 report, showcased impactful legal advocacy across various areas, with high success rates in criminal cases.
#judicial-appointments

Mayor Adams appoints Rantideva Singh to Family Court among four judicial nominations

Four new judges have been appointed across New York City courts.
Judge Rantideva Singh, a former member of the Kings County Surrogate's Court, has been appointed to the Family Court bench.

Mayor's office announces 14 judicial appointments

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has appointed and reappointed several judges to Family Court, Criminal Court, and Civil Court.
The appointments aim to address the delays in the judicial system caused by the pandemic and ensure fair and efficient justice for New Yorkers.

Mayor Adams appoints Rantideva Singh to Family Court among four judicial nominations

Four new judges have been appointed across New York City courts.
Judge Rantideva Singh, a former member of the Kings County Surrogate's Court, has been appointed to the Family Court bench.

Mayor's office announces 14 judicial appointments

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has appointed and reappointed several judges to Family Court, Criminal Court, and Civil Court.
The appointments aim to address the delays in the judicial system caused by the pandemic and ensure fair and efficient justice for New Yorkers.
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Family Court granted father access to children during sexual assault investigation'

A father who is under investigation for serious offences including attempted rape and sexual assault has been granted increased access to his children by a Family Court judge.
Barristers representing the children's mother claim that the judge made an error in failing to consider the seriousness of the allegations against the father and that the decision to increase his contact was a step too far.
#childrens-welfar

Thousands of children wait nearly a year in unacceptable' custody courts backlog

Soaring backlogs in family courts are negatively affecting children's welfare.
Thousands of children are spending Christmas uncertain about their future due to delays in the family court system.

Thousands of children wait nearly a year in unacceptable' custody courts backlog

Soaring backlogs in family courts are negatively affecting children's welfare.
Thousands of children are spending Christmas uncertain about their future due to delays in the family court system.

Thousands of children wait nearly a year in unacceptable' custody courts backlog

Soaring backlogs in family courts are negatively affecting children's welfare.
Thousands of children are spending Christmas uncertain about their future due to delays in the family court system.

Thousands of children wait nearly a year in unacceptable' custody courts backlog

Soaring backlogs in family courts are negatively affecting children's welfare.
Thousands of children are spending Christmas uncertain about their future due to delays in the family court system.
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Thousands of children wait nearly a year in unacceptable' custody courts backlog

Soaring backlogs in family courts are negatively affecting children's welfare.
Thousands of children are spending Christmas uncertain about their future due to delays in the family court system.
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Newborn baby found in London has brother and sister also abandoned

The abandoned baby girl found in East London has an older brother and sister from separate incidents, both abandoned in similar ways.

New York adds more judges to reduce court backlogs

Expanding judges in Family and Civil Courts in NYC to alleviate backlog of cases.
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