Don't get arrested it was disgusting some CO and police officers were nice (I'm a girl) but the…read moreplace is disgusting, if you hate the smell of public bathrooms you will be in hell in there . Learn my lesson fr

Not a fun place to stay. Room are dirty and hot during the summer. I would highly recommend to stay…read moreaway

Very organized and friendly helpful staff. It's such a lovely part of the City and fun to see the…read morebeautiful brides.

When you schedule an appointment, they specify to arrive 30 minutes early to get through the…read moreentrance security process. Instead, there's a line outside because they have closed the office for lunch. There's also no wheelchair entrance or they have that locked with NO information as well. Not good for those with heat or medical concerns. (Once inside and past security, everything is organized and smooth.)

The courts around Foley Square are composed of several stately and imposing government buildings…read morewith neoclassical elements, including the New York County Supreme Court, Thurgood Marshall US Federal Court, David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building, Louis J. Lefkowitz State Office Building, US Court of International Trade, Jacob K. Javits Federal Building and Surrogate's Court of New York County. The Supreme Court building is just like you may have seen on TV or in movies*, tall Corinthian columns with a short flight of stairs leading up to the front entrance. Architect Guy Lowell won the contest for design on the building in 1913, its exterior modeled after a Roman temple, and work started 1919, with initial intent to be a circular building. Due to WWI, the plans downsized to a smaller hexagonal structure with a rotunda, and completed in 1927. The court is open to the public 9am-5pm when there are cases proceeding and you are able to sit in, though I have not personally done this before. A security scan/metal detector is required when entering the building. Free tours are available to those interested in learning more about the judicial system, more info available here: https://ww2.nycourts.gov/courts/1jd/supctmanh/Court_tours2.shtml A main point of interest inside is the circular wall mural "Law Through the Ages" in the rotunda, designed by Italian artist Attilio Pusterla and painted between 1934 and 1936. It's divided into six sections depicting pairs of historical figures important to the history of Western law: Assyrian / Egyptian, Hebraic / Persian, Greek / Roman, Byzantine / Frankish, English / early colonial, with the final section portraying George Washington / Abraham Lincoln. Above the seated figures are portraits of six lawgivers: Hammurabi, Moses, Solon, Justinian, Blackstone and John Marshall. *These include most famously: - Miracle on 34th Street (1947) - 12 Angry Men (1957) - The Godfather (1972) - Goodfellas (1990) - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) - Night Court, television series - Law & Order and its many spinoffs - Cagney & Lacey - Damages - Blue Bloods - Suits, television series

New York County Supreme Court appears to be a well oiled machine. There's stiff penalties for not…read moregoing to Jury Duty. I've been called over and over in my life. If I get to the point where I am selected for a case I am dismissed by the attorney and one time the judge. My health just doesn't allow for inconsistency in my eating habits and I often can't focus or think straight because of my blood sugar. I found if I obtained a doctors statement with my diagnosis I could ask for permanent excusal. That's what I did. I still have anxiety that I will be called once more. The security at this courthouse is more stringent than an airport. You are sitting in close contact to other potential jurors. Everything is a process including names being called and individuals being questioned. If you are lucky you are dismissed after a day. Usually three days of the agony is the most. When you are excused you don't need to return for Four Years. There it is in a nutshell. You're very welcome......

Four stars for the staff that works there. Everyone is polite and respectful…read more Two stars for the building. It's either too hot or too cold. The building is old and needs a face-lift. The scaffolding is up outside but there's no work going on.

I got a summons for jury duty and I was curious if people have yelped the Kings County Supreme…read moreCourt--surprise, surprise--there are reviews. I figure that I'll add mine. I took the train to Borough Hall and it was a short walk. The first day, you get there at 8:30am and go through security--the line might be long but if they have all stations open, it'll move quickly. There's signage for jury duty, which is on the second floor. You'll go in a large room where the orientation would start and they will make statements--if they apply to you, they will lead you to another room (ex. You don't understand basic English, you need child care, you are not a citizen, etc...). after that, if you're still in the room, you'll get called to another room where they call your name again and lead you to the courtroom. You'll meet the judge presiding over the case, he/she will explain what the case is about and will ask if you are unable to serve. This does not mean you get to go home. This particular case was estimated to be two and half weeks long--he said that another case might be longer. I decided to stay but about 75% of the room left. After that, we started the voir dire process where the attorneys on both sides ask the jurors questions to see what they say. After that, we were dismissed for lunch and the attorneys would decide who would be a juror. I was one of the 12 jurors chosen. There were also four alternates. The trial started at that point. We had our own bailiff who would lead us in the courtroom, we could ask questions that she would forward to the judge, etc. We also received juror cards that we had to keep--we needed to show the guard at the front desk so we could be let in the juror room. We would stay in the juror room when we arrived in the morning and when we were not in the courtroom. If you are a juror, you can bring food--just let security know when going through the detectors. You can go out for lunch but once deliberations start, you can't leave the room (there are bathrooms inside the room as well). Also, I would recommend bringing a book or a knitting/crochet project to keep yourself occupied--especially if you happen to be an alternate and deliberations have started. Once the judge dismissed us for deliberation, alternates go in a different room but have to turn in their phones like the regular jurors (they can't deliberate on the case). Once we reached a unanimous verdict and signed off on it, we were led into the courtroom. After giving the verdict, we returned to the juror room, turned in our juror cards and left from a different elevator which took us out a different side of the building. I'm glad we had a different way to leave because the case I was on was for murder and one thing you figure out is that we can't make both sides happy. It's not personal to us as jurors but it's personal to the families and I don't want to get caught up in any retribution because the verdict wasn't favorable. I will say that the guards were friendly, which I didn't expect and the judge in our case was down to Earth. Now, I don't have to do jury duty for another eight years. Although, I learned that teachers love jury duty, which is another conversation.

This review is for the name change process. I am as surprised as anyone that it was relatively…read moresimple and quick, approximately 4 weeks from when I filed to when I received a notification that my petition was approved. In my case, my husband and I decided to change our surnames to a new surname (unrelated to either of our current surnames). I brought the Adult Name Change Petition (notarized) generated from this site (https://www.nycourts.gov/help/diy-forms/adult-name-change-petition-program), and both actual & copies of my passport, drivers license, SS card, birth certificate, bank statement, marriage certificate, husband's driver's license and a signed letter from my husband stating his intent to change his surname in tandem. You don't have to have all of this but basically, bring all the evidence you need to show your intent, proof of address, and proof of residency status. In room 906, the clerk was nice enough to help darken some of my photocopies. Then you pay $65 (bring exact change cash) on the 3rd Floor Cashier office, then you go back upstairs to show them you've paid. The papers say you must wait approximately 60 business days to get a petition approved. I was relieved that it only took 4 weeks (20ish business days) for mine. I got an email notice of the approval, then went back to room 906 and ordered certified copies ($6 each, bring exact cash). Budget about an hour for each visit, but in general the wait time wasn't terrible and the staff was kind. If you arrive midday instead of 9am, there will be no security line to get into the building.

Had a really bad experience with them i have dangerous repairs in my apartment the judge gave my…read morelandlord two stipulations and one court order my landlord did nothing I go back to court the judge gave me paperwork to send to the landlord's lawer for a court day they was really late and they grant them default court inspection was done so they now about these dangerous repairs

My first time in small claims court and wow... what an experience…read more I filed everything back in December, paid the $15 fee, and finally got a court date in May. I won't get into the details of my case, but it was basically a dispute with a former employer. Since the amount was under $10k, small claims court made the most sense. I made sure to prepare my plaintiff statement and 3 copies of all my documents, which I definitely recommend doing. My court time was 6pm and I showed up about 15 minutes early just in case. After security, I went up to Room 353 on the 3rd floor. You don't need to show up early since the doors open at 6pm. There's a board outside with all the case numbers listed, so take a picture because you probably won't remember it later. The process honestly felt pretty confusing and not very organized. The sign says to check in with the officer, but when I tried, I was just told to sit down. At 6pm, they started calling cases by number and name. Also, sit close to the front if you can because there's no microphone and it's really hard to hear in the back. They ask whether you want a judge, arbitration, or application (postponement). I asked for a judge, but because the defendant didn't show up and the amount was small, my case ended up going to arbitration instead. They didn't tell me until later. Around 7:30pm, I finally got to present my case. I was definitely nervous and spoke way too fast after sitting around waiting for so long. The arbitrator said I'd get a decision within two weeks. Even though the whole thing felt kind of chaotic, the best part was honestly talking to the other people there. Everyone was confused together and we were all wishing each other luck before our cases. Was it worth it? Ask me again after I get the decision haha.

Expect a security check at the entrance, though drinks are allowed inside. Regardless of how…read morecrowded it is, the service is always slow, and there isn't enough seating for those waiting. Be sure to bring exact change for each person's order. I noticed fewer crowds during the holidays, but even then, I had to wait long.

Long lines but courteous staff Helpful. Long wait for elevator. They took someone's glass…read morebottle , but they said to come back to claim It with receipt

I had to venture into the Courthouse today to file paperwork and everyone I came in contact with in…read morethe different rooms and floors were very kind and helpful. They explained everything to me as I stopped at each station and in just a few minutes I'm filed and awaiting notification as to proceed. I hope this good karma holds up when I get in front of the judge to explain the case. I've never done this before but so far I'm enjoying the new venture and learning a lot! The building is clean though old. The good attitude from everyone, even the local police () was refreshing.

I met there a very kind lawyer. He was so good and so sensitive to my situation. Thanks Howard…read moreSchwartz, you're the best. I will remember you all my life.

Today I enjoyed another lovely breakfast of whole wheat bread with yellow American cheese and…read moreyellow mustard. At first the yellow tones against the gray of the bread was a welcome contrast to the beige walls and cement floor but by the end of the meal it became an assault on the senses and overwhelmed my pallet. I discarded my left overs on the floor and was waiting for desert when one of my dinner mates informed me if I was here any longer he would make me his b!tch. I asked the host if I could have my seat moved but my request was ignored. I promptly gathered my belongings quietly waited for my check but the same rowdy customer told me if I fought back he would tear off my arm and f**k me with it. Over all the experience was one I will cherish and remember for years to come but I can't say I will be eating there again soon

This place is beautiful! Worth taking a little walk through of history. The details in the ceilings…read moreand fixtures are amazing.

The New York City Department of Records - Municipal Archives is located inside the building…read more'Surrogates's Courthouse'. Among other purposes, it holds temporary exhibits for public view, and the actual department of records, with well-meaning staff to assist. It appears a small operation without too much traffic. Hours can vary around holidays, with discrepancy to online hours due to staff attendance. The building itself is wonderful to explore for a short period. Temporary exhibits are very, very small, but worth visiting if interested in the topic at hand. Don't forget the basement exhibit.

Our experience is with the Bronx Surrogate's Court, particularly the Compulsary Accounting Dept…read more The Clerk who handled our case was extremely helpful and patient. He was knowledgeable, thorough and guided us through the complicated process. It took months, as all court proceedings do, but the process was seamless through his help. Thank you LW!