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  • 4:82-Matters In Which The Surrogate's Court May Not Act 4:82 Unless specifically authorized by order or judgment of the Superior Court, and then only in accordance with such order or judgment, the Surrogate's Court shall not act in any matter in which (1) a caveat has been filed with it before the entry of its judgment; (2) a doubt arises on the face of a will or a will has been lost or destroyed; (3) the application is to admit to probate a writing intended as a will as defined by N.J.S.A. 3B:3-2(b) or N.J.S.A. 3B:3-3; (4) the application is to appoint an administrator pendente lite or other limited administrator; (5) a dispute arises before the Surrogate's Court as to any matter; or (6) the Surrogate certifies the case to be of doubt or difficulty., Note:, Source - R.R. 5:3-3(a). Former R. 4:84-1(d) amended July 22, 1983, to be effective September 12, 1983; amended and redesignated as R. 4:82 June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990; amended June 28, 1996 to be effective September 1, 1996; amended July 27, 2006 to be effective September 1, 2006. Part 4
  • Title II ADA Procedures for Access to the Courts by Individuals with Disabilities - brochure CN: 10775 Translations Available Translation exists logo.
  • 4:81-5-Acceptance 4:81-5 Before letters of guardianship shall issue, the guardian shall accept the appointment in accordance with R. 4:96-1., Note:, Source-R.R. 4:103-3 (second sentence); former R. 4:82-5 amended and rule redesignated June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990. Part 4
  • 4:83-2-Filing of Papers 4:83-2 In all matters relating to estates of decedents, trusts, guardianships and custodianships, other than those set forth in R. 4:80 and R. 4:81, all papers shall be filed with the Surrogate of the county of venue as the deputy clerk of the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Probate Part, pursuant to R. 1:5-6., Note:, Source – R.R. 4:117-2. Former R. 4:99-2 deleted and new R. 4:83-2 adopted June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990; amended July 13, 1994 to be effective September 1, 1994. Part 4
  • 4:84-4-Appointment of Substituted Trustees 4:84-4 An action for the appointment of a substituted trustee (a trustee not named in the trust document) of an inter vivos or testatmentary trust shall be brought pursuant to R. 4:83. The complaint shall have attached a copy of the trust instrument and the acceptance by the person or persons seeking the appointment. The order to show cause shall be served upon all persons having an interest in the trust, vested or contingent, except as otherwise provided by R. 4:26-3 (virtual representation), and upon any trustees then serving. The judgment shall direct the issuance by the Surrogate's Court of letters of trusteeship., Note:, Source-R.R. 4:100-2 and 4:100-3. Former R. 4:81-2 and 4:81-3 deleted and new R. 4:84-4 adopted June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990; amended July 5, 2000 to be effective September 5, 2000. Part 4
  • 4:83-1-Method of Proceeding 4:83-1 Unless otherwise specified, all actions in the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Probate Part, shall be brought in a summary manner by the filing of a complaint and issuance of an order to show cause pursuant to R. 4:67. The Surrogate, as Deputy Clerk, may fix the return date of the order to show cause and execute the same unless the procedure in a particular case raises doubt or difficulty. Service shall be made and the action shall proceed thereafter in accordance with that rule., Note:, Source – R.R. 4:105-3, 4:117-1. Former R. 4:99-1 deleted and new R. 4:83-1 adopted June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990; amended June 28, 1996 to be effective September 1, 1996; amended July 9, 2008 to be effective September 1, 2008; amended July 29, 2019 to be effective September 1, 2019. Part 4
  • 4:84-2-Probate In the Superior Court 4:84-2 If a will is sought to be proved in the Superior Court, proceedings for discovery shall be available pursuant to R. 4:10, R. 4:12 to 4:19 inclusive, R. 4:21 and R. 4:23. On the taking of a deposition, a photocopy of the will shall be marked for identification by the person before whom the deposition is taken. If the will is admitted to probate, the judgment of the Superior Court shall direct that the will be filed with and recorded by the Surrogate's Court. Letters of appointment shall then be issued by the Surrogate's Court., Note:, Source-R.R. 5:3-1 and 5:3-7. New R. 4:84-2, based on deleted second sentence of former R. 4:80-2(a), adopted June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990. Part 4
  • 4:83-3-Title of Action 4:83-3 In all actions for the probate of a will, for letters of administration or guardianship of a minor or mentally incapacitated person and other actions brought pursuant to these rules, every paper shall be entitled "In the Matter of the Estate of _______, Deceased" or "In the Matter of _______ a Minor" or the like., Note:, Source – R.R. 4:117-4; caption and text of former R. 4:99-3 amended and rule redesignated June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990; amended July 12, 2002 to be effective September 3, 2002. Part 4
  • 4:84-1-In General 4:84-1 In any case in which, under R. 4:82, the Surrogate's Court may not act, any person in interest may file a complaint and apply for an order directed to all other interested parties to show cause why the relief sought should not be granted. Service shall be as provided by R. 4:67-3., Note:, Source-R.R. 4:103-1(c), 5:3-3(b), 5:3-5(b). Former R. 4:84-1(e) deleted and new R. 4:84-1 adopted June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990. Part 4
  • 4:84-3-Contested Administration 4:84-3 Where administration of an estate has been contested, the judgment of the Superior Court granting administration shall direct issuance and recording of letters of administration by the Surrogate's Court., Note:, Source-R.R. 4:103-4; former R. 4:84-3 deleted, new caption and text adopted June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990. Part 4
  • It is ORDERED that, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 43:6A-13,, Appellate Division Judge Joseph L. Yannotti, , retired on pension and having given consent, is hereby continued on recall by the Supreme Court for temporary service within the judicial system other than the Supreme Court, for two years, effective October 4, 2025 through October 3, 2027, or until further Order; and It is further ORDERED that during this two-year recall period, Judge Yannotti will remain temporarily assigned to the Appellate Division of Superior Court (1) as a settlement judge for the Civil Appeals Settlement Program (CASP); (2) as a member of the Committee on Opinions ( Rule 1:36-2); and (3) to handle such other duties as assigned by the Chief Judge of the Appellate Division.   Document Date: Sept. 3, 2025 Publish Date: Sept. 4, 2025 Download Notice
  • File Order – Retired Appellate Division Judge Joseph L. Yannotti Continued on Judicial Recall Service
  • Attorney and Client Certification of Notification of Complementary Dispute Resolution (CDR) Alternatives Related: 10888 — Descriptive Material (R. 5:4-2(h)) - Divorce or Dissolution - Dispute Resolution Alternatives to Conventional Litigation CN: 10890
  • It is ORDERED that, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 43:6A-13,, Superior Court Judge Deborah Silverman Katz, , retired on pension and having given consent, is hereby recalled by the Supreme Court for temporary service within the judicial system other than the Supreme Court for two years effective October 14, 2025 through October 13, 2027; and It is FURTHER ORDERED that during this two-year recall period, Judge Silverman Katz will be temporarily assigned to the Family Division of Superior Court in Cape May County (Vicinage 1). Document Date: Sept. 3, 2025 Publish Date: Sept. 4, 2025 Download Notice
  • File Order – Retired Assignment Judge Deborah Silverman Katz Recalled to Temporary Judicial Service; Assigned to Cape May Family Division
  • Part-time Violations Clerk (29 hours per week) - Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren
  • 4:86-1-Action; Records; Guardianship Monitoring Program 4:86-1 Every action for the determination of incapacity of a person and for the appointment of a guardian of that person or of the person’s estate or both, other than an action with respect to a veteran under N.J.S.A. 3B:13-1 et seq., or with respect to a kinship legal guardianship under N.J.S.A. 3B:12A-1 et seq., shall be brought pursuant to R. 4:86- 1 through R. 4:86-8 for appointment of a general, limited or pendente lite temporary guardian.   Judiciary records of all actions set forth in R. 4:86-1(a) shall be maintained by the Surrogate and shall be accessible pursuant to R. 1:38-3(e).   Each vicinage shall operate a Guardianship Monitoring Program through the collaboration of the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Probate Part; the County Surrogates; and the Administrative Office of the Courts, Civil Practice Division.   The functions of guardianship support and monitoring shall be established by the Administrative Director of the Courts. Such functions shall include guardianship training and review of inventories and periodic reports of financial accounting filed by guardians as required by R. 4:86-6(e).   Post-adjudicated case issues identified through monitoring may be forwarded for further action by the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Probate Part and/or the Administrative Office of the Courts.   Case monitoring issues referred to the attention of the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Probate Part shall be promptly reviewed and such further action taken as deemed appropriate in the discretion of the court.   Quasi-judicial immunity shall be extended to Judiciary staff, County Surrogates, County Surrogate staff, and volunteers performing monitoring responsibilities in the Guardianship Monitoring Program., Note:, Source — R.R. 4:102-1. Amended July 22, 1983 to be effective September 12, 1983; former R. 4:83-1 amended and rule redesignated June 29, 1990 to be effective September 4, 1990; R. 4:86 caption amended, and text of R. 4:86-1 amended July 12, 2002 to be effective September 3, 2002; caption to Rule 4:86 amended, and text of Rule 4:86-1 amended July 9, 2008 to be effective September 1, 2008; caption amended, former text amended and designated as paragraph (a), and new paragraphs (b) and (c) added August 1, 2016 to be effective September 1, 2016. Part 4
  • Salem County Superior Court, Reporting Information For Petit Jurors Summoned For the Week Of September 8, 2025., In the event of emergency closing or inclement weather please listen to KYW 1060 AM or call 856-878-5050 856-878-5050 , option 3. Please check your email for your reporting status and instructions for the week of September 8th.  The jury office cannot accept any excusal requests for the week of September 8th at this time. Please be advised that jurors will not be able to confirm their service after Thursday, September 4th for the week of September 8th.  Please contact the jury management office to reschedule.  Submit any inquiries to slmjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov or call at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150. The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty.  Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement. Thank you, Message from Assignment Judge Benjamin C. Telsey, Welcome to jury duty. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse.  Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at   856-878-5050 ext. 18150  or by email at Slmjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Salem County Courthouse 92 Market Street Salem, New Jersey 08079 856-878-5050 Parking lot located behind the Courthouse (enter from Grant Street). Limited metered street parking is also available., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that  N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are on call for one week. If not assigned to a trial or jury selection, you must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of the jury selection process and the trial. A typical court day is from 9 AM to 4 PM. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at  856-878-5050 ext. 18150
  • Municipal Job Information, Job Title: Part-time Violations Clerk (29 hours per week) Vicinage: Somerset/Hunterdon/Warren Municipal Court: Shared Municipal Court of Hillsborough, Branchburg, Manville & Montgomery Closing: Oct. 1, 2025 Posted: Sept. 5, 2025