You must mail to the Suffolk County Clerk, 310 Center Drive, Riverhead, NY 11901, ATTN: Court Actions , submit in-person in Riverhead or Central Islip or file electronically via NYSCEF the following completed documents: the name change petition (original and one copy); proposed name change order.
“In the state of New York, you have three years from the time the accident occurred to file a lawsuit, however if you're suing a governmental agency then that statute is different; you have one year and 90 days from the time the incident occurred.”
If proof of service of the summons has not been filed within 60 days of the complaint's filing, the court may dismiss the action without prejudice.
Effective January 1, 2024, notarized affidavits are no longer required for most sworn statements submitted in New York state court. No longer limited to lawyers and doctors, court-filed affirmations are now permissible from any witness.
You must mail to the Suffolk County Clerk, 310 Center Drive, Riverhead, NY 11901, ATTN: Court Actions , submit in-person in Riverhead or Central Islip or file electronically via NYSCEF the following completed documents: the name change petition (original and one copy); proposed name change order.
Can the Mother Change The Child's Surname Without The Father's Consent in New York? The mother (or legal guardian) may be able to change the child's surname without the father's (or other parent's) consent. It depends upon the circumstances of the case and the judge who is presiding over the case.
When the defendant files an answer to the complaint, a copy of the answer must be provided to the plaintiff. An affidavit of service is then filed as proof that the document was provided to the other party.
If substituted or nail and mail service were used, the affidavit of service must be filed with the County Clerk within 20 days of the date of service.
If substituted or nail and mail service were used, the affidavit of service must be filed with the County Clerk within 20 days of the date of service.