You should contact the clerk of the court for that precise answer.

You should immediately consult with a family law attorney regarding your rights.

If there is a court-ordered name change, it should be reflected on the birth certificate.

You need to file a petition to procure an order of filiation or paternity. You can then file a visitation petition. Paternity must be established...

You have to file for petition for custody in the state and county wherein the child resides.

Child support is retroactive to the date of the application.

As long as your uncle is not a party to the action, he can serve the papers.

While the courts are divested of custody jurisdiction at age 18, child support can be paid until age 21. You should consult with an attorney...

Service of process cannot be made on legal holidays.

The New York state statute has a provision regarding counsel fee contributions. You should consult a matrimonial attorney.