Public Library Access Hub
Brentwood Public Library is a Public Library Access Hub for New York State courts. Public Library Access Hubs are placed within communities where the public can access the New York State Family Court remotely. Using the library’s computers, the public can have direct, live access to Family Court Clerks from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Patrons can also access legal forms, make court appearances, and submit documents to all courts with the technical assistance of Brentwood Public Library staff.
What does the Public Library Access Hub look like?
The Public Library Access Hub is located on the Lower Level of the Brentwood Public Library. There is a desk at the home of the “Public Library Access Hub”. The desk has laptops with links directly to resources you need to complete your family court forms and are set up for direct video calls to New York State Family Court. The Court clerks are the same clerks you would see if you went to New York State Family Court in person. They have digital interpretation to assist people in languages other than English.
How do I use the laptops?
The laptops are on the Lower Level of the Brentwood Public Library. You do not need to reserve the laptops in advance. Staff can provide technical assistance with the laptops, scanning, and faxing.
If you require a private place to use the laptop, whether it’s for a court appearance or a video call, you can reserve a lower level study room and put “Laptop” or “Court Program” in the use of the room. You can reserve a room by clicking on this link or by calling us at 631-273-7883.
How can family court help me?
The court clerks at the family court are available by video call, and they can walk you through the paperwork that needs to be completed for your New York State Family Court Case. The library staff will assist you with scanning and emailing your documents to Family Court.
What if I need help and it is not a New York State Family Court case?
The library staff is trained to provide technical assistance while using the laptops. If you are unsure of what form to use or your next step, a librarian may be able to assist you in locating what you need. Librarians are not Lawyers, and we cannot provide legal advice. You may need to seek consultation with a Lawyer. Please see the list of ways to “Find a Lawyer” below. The library hosts the Community Legal Help Project, to make an appointment call (631) 822-3272.
Find a Lawyer
Find a Lawyer ($$$) - https://scba.community.lawyer/
Free Legal Consultation - (631)822-3272
Nassau Suffolk Law Services (NSLS) - https://www.nslawservices.org/nslsprograms/
Empire Justice Center - https://empirejustice.org/contact-us/
Landlord/Tenant Resources & Housing Assistance
Legal Hand - https://www.legalhand.org/nassau-suffolk
Family Service League - [email protected]
Legal Forms
LawhelpNY - https://www.lawhelpny.org/resource/interactive-forms
New York State DIY Court Forms - https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ip/nya2j/diyavailable.shtml
Additional New York State Court Forms - https://www.nycourts.gov/forms/index.shtml