Gloucester County Small Claims Court
Small Claims Section (Special Civil Part) • Population: 302,294
Courthouse Information
Courthouse
Gloucester County Courthouse - Special Civil Part
Address
1 N Broad Street, Woodbury, NJ 08096
Phone
(856) 853-3200Court Website
https://www.njcourts.govLocal Tips
- Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- NJ small claims limit is $5,000 ($3,000 for security deposits)
How to File in Gloucester County
Determine if your case qualifies for New Jersey small claims court (up to $5,000)
Send a written demand letter to the other party
File your claim at the Gloucester County courthouse or online through the Small Claims Section (Special Civil Part)
Serve the defendant with official notice of the lawsuit
Prepare your evidence, documents, and witnesses
Attend the in-person hearing and present your case
Statute of Limitations in New Jersey
Important Rules in New Jersey
Frequently Asked Questions
To file a small claims case in Gloucester County, New Jersey, visit your local courthouse at 1 N Broad Street, Woodbury, NJ 08096 or the Small Claims Section (Special Civil Part) website. You'll need to fill out the claim form, pay the filing fee ($40 - $100), and serve the defendant. The maximum claim amount is $5,000.
The maximum you can sue for in New Jersey small claims court is $5,000. This limit applies to all counties including Gloucester County.
In New Jersey, attorneys are allowed to represent parties in small claims court. While you can represent yourself in Gloucester County, you may choose to hire a lawyer for your case.
From filing to hearing, a small claims case in New Jersey typically takes 30-60 days. Timelines in Gloucester County may vary depending on court schedules.
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