Cumberland County Court Information

Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Cumberland County, New Jersey.

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07
Civil filing fee
$250
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$300

At $250, the civil filing fee in Cumberland County is about the same as nearby counties (median $250 across 6 nearby counties).

Clerk of Court

Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland Vicinage (Vicinage XV) - Civil Division

Tina Kell, Civil Division Manager

E-FilingMandatory

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Civil Complaint
$250
$250 for first paper filed by plaintiff, Law Division Civil Part (N.J.S.A. 22A:2-6; per NJ Court Filing Fees schedule eff. Jan 23, 2018)
Small Claims
$35
$35 for one defendant in Special Civil Part Small Claims, plus $5 each additional defendant
Divorce / Family
$300
$300 for divorce/dissolution complaint (FM); non-dissolution (FD) petition has no filing fee

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Cumberland County?

    The civil filing fee in Cumberland County, New Jersey is $250 for first paper filed by plaintiff, Law Division Civil Part (N.J.S.A. 22A:2-6; per NJ Court Filing Fees schedule eff. Jan 23, 2018)

  • What is the small claims filing fee in Cumberland County?

    $35 for one defendant in Special Civil Part Small Claims, plus $5 each additional defendant.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Cumberland County?

    $300 for divorce/dissolution complaint (FM); non-dissolution (FD) petition has no filing fee.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Cumberland County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through NJ Judiciary eCourts. It is mandatory for attorneys.

  • Is there a free online case search for Cumberland County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at njcourts.gov.

  • Where do I file court documents in Cumberland County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of New Jersey, Cumberland Vicinage (Vicinage XV) - Civil Division. You can reach the clerk at (856) 453-4330.

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