Luneford

Get your security deposit back in Burlington County, New Jersey

New Jersey landlords must return your deposit, or a written list of deductions, within 30 days after you move out. For $29, Luneford writes your demand letter citing the law, with clear steps to mail it and, if needed, to file in Burlington County small claims court.

Start now – $29

What you get

  • A ready-to-sign demand letter that cites N.J.S.A. 46:8-21.1
  • Steps to send it by certified mail and track the 10-day deadline
  • If you are not paid: how to file small claims in your county
  • A checklist of proof to keep

How it works

  1. Answer simple questions online, in English or Spanish (about 15 minutes).
  2. Review your answers and pay securely.
  3. Download your package right away and follow the plain steps to file it yourself.

Where to file in Burlington County

Special Civil Part, Small Claims Section
Burlington County Court Facility, 49 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly, NJ 08060
Phone: 609-288-9500 ext. 38092
Official court page

Call ahead: hours, rooms and fees can change. Source: New Jersey Courts directory.

This is not the right service if

  • You still live in the rental
  • The rental is commercial property

More help in Burlington County

Serving all 40 towns in Burlington County

Bass River Township, Beverly, Bordentown, Bordentown Township, Burlington, Burlington Township, Chesterfield Township, Cinnaminson Township, Delanco Township, Delran Township, Eastampton Township, Edgewater Park Township, Evesham Township, Fieldsboro Borough, Florence Township, Hainesport Township, Lumberton Township, Mansfield Township, Maple Shade Township, Medford Lakes Borough, Medford Township, Moorestown Township, Mount Holly Township, Mount Laurel Township, New Hanover Township, North Hanover Township, Palmyra Borough, Pemberton Borough, Pemberton Township, Riverside Township, Riverton Borough, Shamong Township, Southampton Township, Springfield Township, Tabernacle Township, Washington Township, Westampton Township, Willingboro Township, Woodland Township, Wrightstown Borough

Questions

How long does a NJ landlord have to return a security deposit?

30 days after the tenancy ends, with any interest, minus deductions listed in writing. If a deposit is wrongfully kept, a tenant may ask the court for double the amount withheld.

Where do I sue for my deposit in Burlington County?

If the rental is in Burlington County, at the Special Civil Part, Small Claims Section: Burlington County Court Facility, 49 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly, NJ 08060. Phone 609-288-9500 ext. 38092.

Do I need a lawyer?

No. Many tenants send a demand letter first and use small claims court if needed. Luneford's letter package costs $29.

Luneford is not a law firm and does not give legal advice. We prepare documents from your answers and explain the steps; you file them yourself.