The forms you need
To open a small claims case in New Jersey you file the court's claim form and a service/summons form:
- The court's claim form (Statement of Claim, Complaint, or Petition — your court's term)
- Summons / notice to the defendant
- Proof/return of service
Terminology and layout vary by county in New Jersey. The blank forms are free; getting the wording right is what keeps your case from being sent back. We supply your county's current forms, completed with your claim.
Get your county's forms
Start your claim and we'll route you to the correct court for your county.
Common questions
What forms do I need for small claims in New Jersey?
The court's claim form plus a summons/service form, filed in Special Civil Part. Some counties add a return-of-service form.
What is the New Jersey small claims form called?
It depends on the county and court — often a Statement of Claim, Complaint, or Petition. We use your court's exact term.
Where do I get New Jersey small claims forms?
From the county court that will hear your case. We keep the current version for each supported county.
Your small claims filing packet — $49
Everything above, assembled and filled in with your facts:
- Your court's own forms, with your claim written in the language the court expects
- A demand letter built from the same facts
- A filing checklist with your court's address, hours, and fee
- What to bring to your hearing
Answer a few questions first. See your claim written out before you pay anything.
Reviewed by Small Claims Desk · Last reviewed 2026-08-23 · Sourced from New Jersey judiciary self-help resources and each county's clerk of court and N.J.S.A. 22A:2-37.1 (Special Civil Part filing, service and process fees, incl. Small Claims Section). See how we verify.