Cases which involve more than $20,000 must be filed in the Law Division of the Superior Court. Generally, you can present your case without an attorney, unless you are a corporation, in which case you must be represented by counsel or your case will be dismissed.

In general, the statute of limitations for a contract action is 6 years and for a personal injury action is 2 years. You should be aware, however, that various factors may alter these time periods.

Special Civil is limited to cases in which the demand is $20,000 or less. If you believe you are entitled to recover more than $20,000, your case should be filed in the Law Division of the Superior Court.

STEP 1: Determine whether or not the defendant (judgment debtor) is a member on. STEP 2: Compile all the documentation and proof you have to support the entry of. STEP 3: Complete and Sign the attached form: Certification of Proof. STEP 4: File the completed form, with all attachments, with the Office of the Special Civil.

Filing a Lawsuit (Plaintiffs) When filing a lawsuit, you need to complete the packet “How to File a Complaint in the Superior Court of New Jersey Law Division – Civil Part”. The packet includes instructions for filing and the complaint form. The complaint needs to name the party or parties you are filing against.