family court n a court in some states in the United States that has jurisdiction over family disputes (especially those involving children) Synonym(s) domestic relations court court of domestic relations
News & Articles family court SouthCoast attorney Smola confirmed as Probate and Family Court judge DARTMOUTH — The Governor's Council confirmed attorney Peter Smola as a Probate and Family Court justice Wednesday in a 7-1 vote. July 4, 2013 - The Standard-Times