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The document is a Pre-Visit Worksheet for the Essex County Surrogate's Court in New Jersey, intended for individuals applying for probate or administration of an estate. It requires detailed information about the decedent, including personal details, next of kin, and a list of assets. The original death certificate is necessary for processing, and applicants must provide their contact information and any relevant legal representation.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Essex County Surrogate Office document in our editor.
Begin by filling in the Docket Number at the top of the form. This is essential for tracking your case.
In the 'Applicant' section, provide your full name, address, phone number, and email. Ensure all details are accurate for effective communication.
Next, complete the 'In the Matter of the Estate of' section by entering the decedent's last name, first name, middle name, date of death, and legal address at that time.
Indicate whether the decedent was married, widowed, divorced, or never married. Also list living and deceased children as required.
For asset declaration, detail all assets including cash on hand and real estate. Use 'Schedule A' for additional information if necessary.
Finally, sign and date the application before submitting it via fax or mail as instructed.

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How do I contact the Essex County court?

For ALL COURT MATTERS, please contact the Clerk of the Superior Court at 973-776-9300.

How do I talk to court?

Address the judge as Your Honor. Wait for your turn to talk. Do not interrupt the judge, the opposing party, or your attorney. Dont turn and talk to the opposing party and/or his/her attorney while addressing the court.

How do I contact the NJ courts?

Statewide Call Center Call 609-421-6100 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

How do I contact a judge directly?

If you are currently in a case, you are not permitted to contact a judge outside of the courtroom. Instead of contacting the judge directly, you can file a written motion. In most situations, whenever you need to request something from the court, you would do so in a motion.

Is a surrogate a judge in NJ?

The county surrogate is an elected Constitutional Officer who serves as judge of the Surrogates Court for uncontested probate and estate matters. A Surrogate also serves as Deputy Clerk to the Superior Court for the Probate Part, including guardianships of incapacitated adults, as well as adoptions in the Family Part.

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Whats the difference between a surrogate court and a probate court?

A probate court (sometimes called a surrogate court) is a court that has competence in a jurisdiction to deal with matters of probate and the administration of estates. In some jurisdictions, such courts may be referred to as orphans courts or courts of ordinary.

How does a surrogate court work?

Surrogate court is a subject-matter jurisdiction court dealing with administration of wills , guardianship , administration of assets , etc. The court also deals with unclaimed property of the deceased , who died without a will.

What does the Essex County Clerk of Courts do?

It is the mission of Essex County Circuit Court Clerks Office to maintain all court records, documents, and evidence in its control in a timely and cost-effective manner.