Probate
Cape May County Surrogate's Court
Address
4 Moore Road, Cape May Court House, 08210
Phone
Cape May County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $250 |
| Small claims | $35 |
| Divorce / family | $300 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $250, the civil filing fee in Cape May County is about the same as nearby counties (median $250 across 4 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Superior Court of New Jersey, Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage - Cape May County (Civil Division)
Courthouses in Cape May County
CivilSmall ClaimsEviction
Superior Court of New Jersey, Cape May County - Civil Division and Special Civil Part
Address
9 North Main St (Cape May County Courthouse), Cape May Court House, 08210
FamilyJuvenile
Superior Court of New Jersey, Cape May County - Family Division
Address
4 Moore Road, Cape May Court House, 08210
Phone
Criminal
Superior Court of New Jersey, Cape May County Courthouse - Criminal Part
Address
9 North Main St, Cape May Court House, 08210
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Cape May County?
The civil filing fee in Cape May County, New Jersey is $250 (Law Division complaint, first paper by plaintiff; N.J.S.A. 22A:2-25; NJ Judiciary fee schedule)
What is the small claims filing fee in Cape May County?
$35 Special Civil Part/small claims complaint, one defendant, plus $5 each additional (NJ Judiciary fee schedule)
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Cape May County?
$300 (dissolution of marriage complaint; NJ Judiciary fee schedule)
Can I e-file court documents in Cape May County?
Yes. E-filing is available through NJ Courts eCourts.
Is there a free online case search for Cape May County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at njcourts.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Cape May County?
Filings go to the Superior Court of New Jersey, Atlantic/Cape May Vicinage - Cape May County (Civil Division), located at 9 N. Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210. You can reach the clerk at (609) 402-0100.