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As used in this act, “attorney for the child” refers to an attorney admitted to practice law in the state of New York and designated under this part to represent minors pursuant to section two hundred forty-nine of this act.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Family Court Act - FCT § 242. Attorney for the child - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/family-court-act/fct-sect-242/
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