States / New Jersey
After a death in New Jersey
Where to look for a will, who to ask and where to search for money in New Jersey.
The will
Which court handles probate
We couldn't check this rule at an official source, so we won't guess. Ask the probate court clerk in the county where they lived.
What to do with the original will
We couldn't check this rule at an official source, so we won't guess. Ask the probate court clerk in the county where they lived.
Wills deposited during life
We couldn't check this rule at an official source, so we won't guess. Ask the probate court clerk in the county where they lived.
Opening a safe deposit box
We couldn't check this rule at an official source, so we won't guess. Ask the probate court clerk in the county where they lived.
Unclaimed money
New Jersey Unclaimed Property Administration
"The Unclaimed Property Administration never charges a fee to search and claim your unclaimed property."
Instructions for heirs and estates
Source, checked 2026-10-15.
Small estates
We couldn't check this rule at an official source, so we won't guess. Ask the probate court clerk in the county where they lived.
Death certificates
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First copy $25.00, more copies in the same order $2.00 each. The subject's parent, legal guardian or representative, spouse or civil-union partner, adult child, grandchild or sibling, official agencies and court-order applicants may qualify with identity and relationship proof.
Order from the state. Online vendors add fees.
State will and court rules checked 2026-11-06. See how we check facts or report a mistake. This is general information, not legal advice.