Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court is the Landlord-Tenant Part of Nassau County District Court, part of New York’s 10th Judicial District. If you got eviction papers from Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court, the one thing you must not miss is your first court date.
Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court: Location, Hours, and Case Lookup
Getting court papers is scary. However, the first steps are simple. Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court is not a separate building. It is a part of Nassau County District Court. Eviction cases, unpaid rent cases, and other housing disputes go there.
Your papers are called a “notice of petition” and a “petition.” Look at the top of the first page. You will find an index number, a court date, a time, and a room or part. Write the index number down. You need it to find your case, talk to the clerk, or get help.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Court | Nassau County District Court, Landlord-Tenant Part (10th Judicial District) |
| Address | 99 Main Street, Hempstead, NY 11550 (as listed by the court; confirm the room on your papers) |
| Hours | Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., per the court’s listing. Confirm before you go. |
| Phone | Confirm the current Landlord-Tenant clerk number on the official court directory |
| Case lookup | New York courts’ free online search (WebCivil Local), or the clerk’s office with your index number |
| Forms and court info | Nassau County District Court official page |
Phone numbers differ by office in this building. As a result, check the official Nassau County District Court page for the right number. Do not rely on a number from a landlord’s letter. In most cases, the clerk at Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court can confirm your date by phone or in person.
Your Deadlines After You Are Served
Your deadlines start when you are served. Under New York law, the notice of petition tells you when to appear. It also tells you how to answer. Some papers ask you to answer before the court date. Others let you answer at the hearing. Read yours closely, word by word.
An “answer” is your side of the story. For example, you might say the rent was paid, the amount is wrong, or repairs were never made. The clerk at Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court can tell you how to file one. You may be able to answer in writing or out loud, depending on your papers.
“Default” means you did not show up or did not answer in time. Typically, the judge can then rule for the landlord without hearing you. That can lead to a judgment and a warrant of eviction. However, you may be able to ask the court to undo a default. Act fast if that happens.
What Happens on Your Court Date at Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court
Arrive early. Bring your papers, a photo ID, and copies of all your proof. The court’s own listing says calendars are called at 9:30 a.m. Confirm your start time on your notice. When your case is called, say “present” or tell the court officer your name.
In most cases, the first date is not a full trial. Many New York landlord-tenant courts, including Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court, encourage both sides to talk first. A court attorney or referee may help. For example, you might agree on a payment plan or more time to move. That deal is called a “stipulation.”
Read any stipulation slowly before you sign. It is a court order once the judge approves it. If you break it, you can be evicted faster. You can say, “I want to talk to a lawyer first.” You can also ask the judge for an adjournment, which is a later date.
If there is no deal, the judge holds a hearing. Each side tells its story and shows proof. The judge then decides. If you lose, you may be able to ask for more time (a “stay”) or appeal. Those time limits are strict. Confirm them with the clerk at Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court or a lawyer.
Free Help in This Courthouse
You do not have to do this alone. The New York courts run free self-help services called CourtHelp. Staff can explain forms and steps. However, they cannot give legal advice or speak for you. Ask the clerk at Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court where the nearest help desk or help center is.
Free legal aid is the best help for an active eviction. Nassau County has nonprofit legal-aid groups that help low-income renters. Call them as soon as you are served, not the morning of court. Many tenants in New York can get free advice, and some can get a lawyer to appear with them.
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Do you need an interpreter? New York courts provide free court interpreters. Tell the clerk or court officer as early as you can. The same goes for disability help, like a wheelchair or a hearing device. Ask Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court staff before your date so it is ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court?
Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court is part of Nassau County District Court at 99 Main Street, Hempstead, NY 11550. Your papers list the exact part or room. Check the official court page for current hours and phone numbers.
How do I look up my case?
Use the index number on your papers. You can search online through WebCivil Local or ask the clerk. In most cases, you will see your next court date and the judge’s part.
What if I miss my date at Nassau County Landlord Tenant Court?
The judge may enter a default judgment against you. However, you may be able to ask the court to cancel it. Call the clerk and a local legal-aid office right away.
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Sources & How to Verify
The rules on this page are drawn from official government and legal-aid sources. Tenant law changes, so always confirm the exact rule with your state’s statute or a local legal-aid office.
- HUD: hud.gov — federal renter protections and fair housing
- Legal Services Corporation: lsc.gov — find free legal aid in your state
- Cornell Legal Information Institute: law.cornell.edu/wex — plain-English legal definitions
- Your state statute & court self-help portal: search “[your state] landlord tenant act” and “[your state] court self-help eviction” for the exact law and forms
Content last reviewed September 2026. If you notice outdated information, please contact us.
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Informational only — not legal advice. Tenant Rights Info is an independent educational resource, not a law firm, and this page does not provide legal advice. Landlord-tenant law varies by state and city and changes over time, so always verify the exact rule with your state’s statute, your local court’s self-help portal, or a legal-aid office. For urgent situations like an active eviction, contact a local legal-aid office or a licensed tenant attorney in your state right away.