Luneford

Get your security deposit back in Morris 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 Morris 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 Morris County

Special Civil Part, Small Claims Section
Morris County Courthouse, Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 862-397-5700 ext. 75365
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 Morris County

Serving all 39 towns in Morris County

Boonton, Boonton Township, Butler Borough, Chatham Borough, Chatham Township, Chester Borough, Chester Township, Denville Township, Dover, East Hanover Township, Florham Park Borough, Hanover Township, Harding Township, Jefferson Township, Kinnelon Borough, Lincoln Park Borough, Long Hill Township, Madison Borough, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township, Mine Hill Township, Montville Township, Morris Plains Borough, Morris Township, Morristown, Mount Arlington Borough, Mount Olive Township, Mountain Lakes Borough, Netcong Borough, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Pequannock Township, Randolph Township, Riverdale Borough, Rockaway Borough, Rockaway Township, Roxbury Township, Victory Gardens Borough, Washington Township, Wharton 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 Morris County?

If the rental is in Morris County, at the Special Civil Part, Small Claims Section: Morris County Courthouse, Morristown, NJ 07960. Phone 862-397-5700 ext. 75365.

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.