Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part
Filing information for Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part in Freehold, NJ. Part of the Monmouth County small claims court system.
Small claims in New Jersey — the numbers that apply at this court
$5,000
maximum claim
$35
filing fee (published)
2–6 yrs
filing deadline by claim type
Yes
e-filing accepted
Published court information — verify before acting. See the full New Jersey small claims guide · The form that starts a case (CN 10151): every field explained.
Courthouse Details
Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part
71 Monument Street
Freehold, NJ 07728
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Area Served
All of Monmouth County
How to File at Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part
E-filing available
This court accepts electronic filing for small claims cases.
Note: E-filing is available through the Judiciary Electronic Document Submission (JEDS) system for self-represented litigants.
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
Ready to get your money back?
A demand letter often settles disputes before a case is ever filed — and it only takes a few minutes.
Read the demand letter guideSmall claims rules in New Jersey
How much you can sue for
Individuals can sue for up to $5,000.
Security deposit cases also capped at $5,000
Deadline to file (statute of limitations)
6 yrs written contract · 6 yrs oral contract · 6 yrs property damage · 2 yrs personal injury
Common questions
How much does it cost to file a small claims case at Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part?
Filing fees in New Jersey are set by the state and are $35. If you can't afford the fee, New Jersey offers a fee waiver — ask the clerk how to apply. Fees change, so confirm the current amount with the court clerk before you file.
What's the most I can sue for in Monmouth County?
Small claims cases in Monmouth County are limited to $5,000. If your claim is worth more than that, you either have to bring it in a different court or give up the amount above the limit to stay in small claims. The clerk can confirm which court fits your claim.
Can I file online at Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part?
Electronic filing exists here, but the record indicates it isn't open to people representing themselves — it's for attorneys. Plan to file in person or by mail, and ask the clerk whether that's still the case.
Where is Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part, and when is it open?
Monmouth County Superior Court - Special Civil Part is at 71 Monument Street, Freehold, NJ 07728. Posted hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.. Phone: (732) 358-8700 ext. 87590. Hours change around holidays and court closures — call ahead before you travel.
Do I have to have a lawyer to file in Freehold?
Small claims court is built for people representing themselves, and most filers do exactly that. Whether an attorney may appear varies by state — the state guide linked on this page covers the rule where you are, and the clerk can confirm it.
Answers reflect published court data. Court rules and fees change — the clerk is always the authoritative source.