Small claims court in Burlington County, New Jersey

What you get

• Your small claims complaint worksheet, filled in with your answers
• Step-by-step instructions to file and get ready for your court day
• Your county court address, phone and official page
• A checklist of the proof to bring

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

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

This is not the right service if

• You are asking for more than $5,000
• The case is about a car accident (it uses a different form)
• Someone is suing you (this package is for starting a case)

More help in Burlington County

• Uncontested divorce
• Landlord: unpaid rent or lease violation
• Security deposit demand letter
• Legal name change

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

Where do I file small claims in Burlington County?

At the Special Civil Part: Burlington County Court Facility, 49 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly, NJ 08060. Phone 609-288-9500 ext. 38092. You can also file online through the court's JEDS system or by mail. Call ahead to confirm hours.

Do I need a lawyer for small claims?

No. Small claims court in New Jersey is made for people who represent themselves. Luneford is not a law firm; we prepare your papers and explain each step.

How much can I sue for?

Up to $5,000 in small claims. Luneford's package costs $49; the court charges its own filing fee.