Process service and court filing in Monmouth County, New Jersey
4 Monmouth County courthouses
- E-filing required
- Mandatory for attorneys in Civil Part (eCourts); self-represented file via JEDS or paper
- E-filing system
- NJ Courts eCourts (attorneys) / JEDS (self-represented)
- New civil complaint fee
- $250.00 (first paper/complaint, Law Division Civil Part)
- Small claims fee
- $35.00 (Special Civil Part small claims complaint, one defendant)
- Family law petition fee
- $300.00 (complaint for divorce, Family Part; plus $25 parent education fee where applicable)
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Court information from 1Court, our partner company, verified July 26, 2026. Monmouth County court information on 1Court
What we do and how fast
Nationwide Legal serves process, files with the court, and retrieves records in Monmouth County for law firms across the country. We cover all 4 courthouses listed above, with live status updates and proof of service on every order.
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Common questions
Is e-filing required in Monmouth County?
1Court lists e-filing in Monmouth County as: Mandatory for attorneys in Civil Part (eCourts); self-represented file via JEDS or paper. We file electronically or at the counter, whichever the court requires.
Which Monmouth County courthouses hear civil cases?
Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth County - Civil Division and Special Civil Part. We file and serve for cases at this courthouse.
What is the filing fee for a new civil complaint in Monmouth County?
$250.00 (first paper/complaint, Law Division Civil Part), per 1Court. The court's fee is separate from our service charge.
How fast can you serve papers in Monmouth County?
Same-day service attempts are available on rush orders. Standard orders complete in 1 to 3 business days, with a proof of service or non-service affidavit on every order.
How is Monmouth County service priced?
We quote each order. Request a quote with the documents and addresses and we reply with the price.