Hunterdon County Court Information
Courts, filing fees, e-filing, and clerk contacts for Hunterdon County, New Jersey.
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Verified from official sources · 2026-07At $250, the civil filing fee in Hunterdon County is about the same as nearby counties (median $250 across 5 nearby counties).
Clerk of Court
Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage (Vicinage 13), Hunterdon County Civil Division, Hunterdon Justice Center, 65 Park Avenue, Flemington, NJ 08822; statewide filings via Superior Court Clerk's Office, Trenton
Michelle M. Smith, Clerk of the Superior Court (statewide)
Self-Help & Jury
NJ Courts eCourts (attorneys) and JEDS (Judiciary Electronic Document Submission, for self-represented litigants) · for attorneys via eCourts in Civil Part/Law Division, Special Civil, and Foreclosure; JEDS permissive for self-represented litigants and case types not yet in eCourts
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Hunterdon County?
The civil filing fee in Hunterdon County, New Jersey is $250.00 - Law Division Civil Part complaint (first paper by plaintiff), per NJ statewide court fee schedule (N.J.S.A. 22A:2)
What is the small claims filing fee in Hunterdon County?
$35.00 - Special Civil Part small claims complaint (one defendant); $5.00 each additional defendant. Special Civil Part (non-small-claims) complaints $50.00 up to $5,000 and $75.00 over $5,000.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Hunterdon County?
$300.00 - Chancery Division Family Part complaint (first paper) for divorce/dissolution; additional $25.00 parent education fee may apply.
Can I e-file court documents in Hunterdon County?
Yes. E-filing is available through NJ Courts eCourts. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for Hunterdon County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at njcourts.gov.
Where do I file court documents in Hunterdon County?
Filings go to the Superior Court of New Jersey, Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Vicinage (Vicinage 13), Hunterdon County Civil Division, Hunterdon Justice Center, 65 Park Avenue, Flemington, NJ 08822; statewide filings via Superior Court Clerk's Office, Trenton. You can reach the clerk at (908) 824-9750.
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