Union County Court Information

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

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Filing at a Glance

Verified from official sources · 2026-07-26
Civil filing fee
$250.00
E-filing
Mandatory
Case lookup
Free online
Divorce / family
$300.00

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

Clerk of Court

Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage (Civil and Family Divisions)

Michelle M. Smith (Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey - statewide)

2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07207

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Civil Complaint
$250.00
$250.00 (Law Division Civil Part, first paper by plaintiff)
Small Claims
$35.00
$35.00 (Special Civil Part / Small Claims, one defendant; +$5.00 each additional)
Divorce / Family
$300.00
$300.00 (divorce complaint; plus $25.00 parent education fee where applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    The civil filing fee in Union County, New Jersey is $250.00 (Law Division Civil Part, first paper by plaintiff)

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

    $35.00 (Special Civil Part / Small Claims, one defendant; +$5.00 each additional)

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

    $300.00 (divorce complaint; plus $25.00 parent education fee where applicable)

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

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

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

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

  • Where do I file court documents in Union County?

    Filings go to the Superior Court of New Jersey, Union Vicinage (Civil and Family Divisions), located at 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07207. You can reach the clerk at (908) 659-4900.

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