Summary of Blog:
After twenty—yes, twenty—years, the Nassau County Divorce Court a/k/a Matrimonial Center finally opened at 101 County Seat Drive, Mineola. With four thoughtfully laid-out floors, comfortable waiting rooms, modern vibes, and reserved walkways that feel custom-made for lawyers and litigants, this courthouse is a huge leap forward.
Just don’t bring flip-flops unless you’re ready for courtroom cardio. And if navigating custody, divorce, visitation, or support seems daunting, Port & Sava are just a call away—with a no?cost 15-minute consultation to help you map the path.
Welcome to the future of matrimonial law in Nassau. Take a deep breath, grab a seat, and let’s make this count.
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At Long Last: Welcome to the Nassau County Matrimonial Center ?
Mineola, NY – After 20 years of scheming, planning, and filing (and more than a few coffee-fueled courthouse visits), the brand-new Nassau County Matrimonial Center?—located at 101 County Seat Drive, Mineola—is officially open for business. Finally, your divorces—and your family court cases—can take all four floors of this gleaming new courthouse without crossing the county line. [Here’s link to the architects patting themselves on the back.]
“Twenty years in the making” is not hyperbole
It almost seems like they broke ground in the Bronze Age. Back in 2005, the County dreamed up a plan to consolidate Family Court and Divorce/Supreme Court under one roof. Two decades later, voilà: a shiny, modern courthouse that (for the first time) actually fits in somewhere on Long Island. Yes, here it is the new Nassau County Divorce Court and Family Court.
“Why did it take so long?” you may ask. Blame decades of red tape, moving goalposts, and one-off funding crises. But just think of the payoff:
- No more running between different buildings between Mineola and Westbury. ( I won’t miss racing back and forth on Old Country Road!)
- No more “where do I go today, Mineola or Westbury?” panic at security.
It’s been a quest worthy of a Greek epic. I mean, a quest that required sitting in a lot of chairs.
Four floors to house your matrimonial tribulations
When it opened on June 2, 2025, friendly court officers armed with maps helped lawyers and litigatnts find the right courtroom. From top to bottom, here’s the breakdown:
- Ground Floor (1) – Kids and families. Judges, Support Magistrates, referees, administrative offices, and a (promised) small cafe corner—great for stress?snack runs.
- Second Floor (2) – Main entry, security, clerks, and more judges. When the elevator doors open, you’ll be greeted by a welcome desk (and friendly staff who genuinely look up), making it feel…actually welcoming.
- Third Floor (3) – stepping into Divorce Court (aka Matrimonial Part, Supreme Court). Think solemn portraits and that “judge is just about to enter” hush.
- Fourth Floor (4) – more matrimonial action plus chambers and conference rooms for attorneys and mediators.
- Lots and Lots of chairs and Waiting AREAS!I won’t miss the old Family Court which had less seats than the subway at rush hour.
Pro Tip: You’ll enter on Floor?2, so if your hearing is upstairs, you’ll want your running shoes. Or, please, someone bring scooters. Because those hallways are far. And someone’s definitely going to clock their steps walking between chambers.
Courtroom footwork: hallway marathons
Put on your pedometer—this is walking distance court. One of my colleagues joked: “I came here to argue custody, not train for a marathon.” But hey, after waiting 45 minutes in the lobby and peeking at the courtroom assignments across the hall, you might as well get your steps in.
It’s clean, brightly lit, and there’s enough room that one day someone might suggest adding scooters…though, to be honest, that may be wishful thinking.
That “courthouse smell”…but make it new
Yes, there’s still some courthouse aroma—just enough to lend gravitas. But mostly it’s that fresh?paint, new plaster smell that says: “We’re legit.” A far cry from the stale institutional vibe of older county buildings—here, you can breathe.
The waiting areas contain *gasp* real chairs not the thrift shop rejects from the old Family Court and yes, charging stations, and enough separation to let someone sob in private…or to strategize custody arguments without someone overhearing every word.
Who’s Covered?
This is the Nassau County Divorce Court and Family Court, so if you case is in Nassau, this where you go. No more confusion about whether your case is in Westbury or Mineola. From Hempstead, Garden City, East Meadow, Westbury, Great Neck, Manhasset, Roslyn, Lynbrook, Rockville Centre, Wantagh, Lynbrook, Oceanside, East Rockaway, Malverne, Valley Stream, Seaford and well you get it.
Consolidation gives real clients real benefits
Let’s be frank: litigants, attorneys, and staff have been juggling two separate locations—one for Family Court, one for Divorce Part—for years. Those days are gone. Now you can:
- Handle custody and divorce hearings in the same building
- Specious waiting areas. I’m sorry, but I can’t say that enough. We can all agree that the old Family Court was a horror.
- Navigate one parking lot, one way in, one way out. And it’s big. At the old courthouse, if I got there after 9:15, I had to park in Salisbury and walk a half mile back.
This centralization is a genuine improvement in access to justice for Nassau residents—from Williston Park to Port Washington.
Bring on the articles (and hyperlinks)
For folks wanting a deeper dive into the ins and outs of each court, we’ve got you covered:
- Learn more about Family Court procedures here (? [link to the Family Court article])
- Want the full Supreme Court divorce breakdown? Head over here (? [ Link to Divorce Basics])
These are perfect companions to your courthouse tour—and terrific for driving organic traffic when someone googles “how long does a divorce take in Nassau County?” You can now authoritatively say, “Shorter than building the new courthouse!”
A little humor (don’t worry, modest)
- New courthouse smell: Like IKEA with bailiffs.
- Four floors: That’s one floor for your kids, one for clerks, and two for your ex and you to argue about who gets the last dog biscuit—assuming there’s room in the third-floor robo-waiting area.
- No scooters yet: Because liability, but one day…
- Hallways: Great for lawyers stealth-checking emails between hearings—wear sneakers if you care about your feet.
- Waiting rooms: (real) chairs, power outlets, and a perfect vantage point for people-watching—did they bring the right documents?
Call to Action: Port & Sava to the Rescue!
If you’re standing in that cavernous, freshly lit waiting area, of the Nassau County Divorce Court feeling overwhelmed and wondering, “What now?”, don’t go it alone. Port & Sava are here to help—with a free 15-minute telephone consultation. We know the Mineola ropes, the court culture, and how to prioritize and present your case beautifully.
? Call us now for your free consult—and don’t worry, we’ll keep it breezy (you’re in the right building for that) (516) 352-2999
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This isn’t just news—it’s a new era for Nassau County divorce and family law.
