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County Surrogates & Probate

Probate in New Jersey is handled through the Surrogate's Office in the county where the person who died was domiciled. Each county has its own Surrogate's Office, local procedures, contact information, and resources.

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Find Your County Surrogate

Select the county where the person who died was domiciled to find the appropriate Surrogate's Office, contact information, and county resources.

Source: New Jersey Courts County Surrogates Directory

Understanding Probate

Probate Documents & Authority

Probate can introduce unfamiliar documents and terminology. Some of the most important documents establish who has legal authority to act for the estate and may be requested by banks, government agencies, title companies, and others.

Learn what Letters Testamentary are, what they establish, and why an executor may need certified copies while administering an estate.

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