Appellate Division, First Department · October 15, 2026 · 2026 NY Slip Op 06008
Matter of Ak.D.L.M. (J.J.M.)
Read the official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06008
Holding The Appellate Division affirmed the termination of the father’s parental rights based on a finding of permanent neglect, supported by clear and convincing evidence that he failed to plan for the children’s future. The court noted that the father failed to consistently visit or complete necessary services despite the agency’s diligent efforts to facilitate his service plan.
The court’s words
The finding of permanent neglect is supported by clear and convincing evidence demonstrating that the father failed to plan for the children's future
2026 NY Slip Op 06008, at the official text
the father failed to visit the children consistently or to complete the services necessary for their return
2026 NY Slip Op 06008, at the official text
Family Court was entitled to draw the strongest negative inference against him
2026 NY Slip Op 06008, at the official text
| Court | Appellate Division, First Department |
|---|---|
| Decided | October 15, 2026 |
| Citation | 2026 NY Slip Op 06008 |
| Area of law | Family Law |
| Week | Week ending October 17, 2026 |
| Official text | Official decision: 2026 NY Slip Op 06008 |
| Publication status | Slip opinions are uncorrected and subject to revision before publication in the Official Reports. |
| Source feed | New York slip opinion page |
| Law Watch record id | 1258 |
Recommended citation
ESQ HQ, New York Law Watch, Matter of Ak.D.L.M. (J.J.M.), 2026 NY Slip Op 06008 (Appellate Division, First Department, October 15, 2026), https://esqhq.com/decisions/2026-ny-slip-op-06008/
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