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States→New Jersey→Ocean County→Find Attorneys

How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Ocean County, New Jersey?

When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Ocean County.

OverviewCosts & FeesHow to FileFind Attorneys

We found 22 estate law firms serving Ocean County. Ocean County is part of the Jersey Shore region.

These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Ocean County Surrogate's Court.

New Jersey uses formal, court-supervised probate, which makes an attorney worthwhile for most estates in Ocean County — the filing sequence, notice requirements, and accounting leave little room for error. Estates under the small-estate threshold are the usual exception.

Probate attorney fees in New Jersey are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%R. 4:42-9 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage); N.J.S.A. 3B:18-6 (attorney also serving as fiduciary)Verified May 14, 2026 to 4%R. 4:42-9 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage); N.J.S.A. 3B:18-6 (attorney also serving as fiduciary)Verified May 14, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Ocean County firm to quote a structure up front.

A probate attorney files the petition with the Surrogate's Court, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.

Jersey Shore Firms

Ansell Grimm & Aaron, PC

FirmEst. 1938

1500 Lawrence Ave

Ocean, NJ 07712

Phone:

(732) 922-1000
ansell.law →
Estate PlanningProbateProbate LitigationWillsTrustsGuardianship

Chamlin, Uliano & Walsh

FirmEst. 1960

268 Norwood Avenue

West Long Branch, NJ 07764

Phone:

(732) 229-3200
chamlinlaw.com →
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbate
Free Consult

Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla, P.C.

Firm

125 Half Mile Road, Suite 300

Red Bank, NJ 07701

Phone:

(732) 741-3900
ghclaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateBusiness Succession

Hiering, Dupignac, Dunn & Schreiber, P.C.

FirmEst. 1981

236 Washington Street

Toms River, NJ 08753

Phone:

(732) 349-1212
hdsdlaw.com →
Estate PlanningProbateGuardianshipElder LawWillsTrusts

Levine, Furman & Rubin, LLC

FirmEst. 1982

1116 Campus Drive

Morganville, NJ 07751

Phone:

(732) 238-6000
levinefurman.com →
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsElder LawSpecial Needs PlanningTax PlanningProbate

The Matus Law Group

Firm

81 East Water Street, Suite 2C

Toms River, NJ 08753

Phone:

(732) 281-0060
matuslaw.com →
Estate PlanningElder LawWillsTrustsProbateGuardianshipSpecial Needs Planning

O'Malley, Surman & Michelini

FirmEst. 1980

17 Beaverson Boulevard

Brick, NJ 08723

Phone:

(732) 477-4200
osm-law.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningElder Law

Firms from Neighboring Regions

These firms are based in other regions but serve Ocean County.

Levine, Staller, Sklar, Chan & Brown, P.A.

FirmEst. 1978

3030 Atlantic Avenue

Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Phone:

(609) 348-1300
levinestaller.com →
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbateTax PlanningProbate LitigationBusiness Succession

Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C.

Firm

21 Main Street, Suite 200

Hackensack, NJ 07601

Phone:

(201) 488-8200
pashmanstein.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateWealth TransferElder LawCharitable Planning

Simeone & Raynor, LLC

Firm

1522 Route 38

Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

Phone:

(856) 663-6700
srnjlawfirm.com →
Estate PlanningProbateProbate LitigationTrust AdministrationWillsTrusts

Statewide Practices

These firms serve clients throughout New Jersey.

Archer & Greiner, P.C.

Firm

1025 Laurel Oak Rd

Voorhees, NJ 08043

Phone:

(856) 795-2121
archerlaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateCharitable PlanningTax PlanningElder LawFiduciary Litigation

Cole Schotz P.C.

FirmEst. 1926

25 Main Street

Hackensack, NJ 07601

Phone:

(201) 489-3000
coleschotz.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningWealth Transfer

FBT Gibbons LLP

Firm

One Gateway Center

Newark, NJ 07102

Phone:

(973) 596-4500
fbtgibbons.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningCharitable Planning

Fox Rothschild LLP

Firm

212 Carnegie Center, Suite 400

Princeton, NJ 08540

Phone:

(609) 896-3600
foxrothschild.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningBusiness Succession

Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP

Firm

75 Livingston Avenue

Roseland, NJ 07068

Phone:

(973) 535-1600
greenbaumlaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningCharitable PlanningBusiness Succession

Javerbaum Wurgaft Hicks Kahn Wikstrom & Sinins, P.C.

FirmEst. 1978

505 Morris Ave

Springfield, NJ 07081

Phone:

(973) 379-4200
javerbaumwurgaft.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax Planning

Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, P.C.

FirmEst. 1954

430 Mountain Avenue, Suite 300

New Providence, NJ 07974

Phone:

(908) 233-6800
lindabury.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningElder Law

McCarter & English, LLP

Firm

100 Mulberry Street

Newark, NJ 07102

Phone:

(973) 622-4444
mccarter.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningCharitable PlanningFiduciary Litigation

Riker Danzig LLP

FirmEst. 1882

Headquarters Plaza, 1 Speedwell Avenue

Morristown, NJ 07962

Phone:

(973) 538-0800
riker.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateProbate LitigationTax Planning

Sills Cummis & Gross P.C.

Firm

One Riverfront Plaza

Newark, NJ 07102

Phone:

(973) 643-7000
sillscummis.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningCharitable Planning

Stark & Stark, P.C.

FirmEst. 1933

993 Lenox Drive

Princeton, NJ 08543

Phone:

(609) 896-9060
stark-stark.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateProbate Litigation

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.

FirmEst. 1919

90 Woodbridge Center Drive, Suite 900

Woodbridge, NJ 07095

Phone:

(732) 636-8000
wilentz.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax Planning

Frequently Asked Questions

Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The New Jersey self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.

New Jersey uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Ocean County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.

Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.

Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.

Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.

Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: May 2026.

Surrogate's Court

Ocean County

118 Washington Street, 2nd Floor, Room 216

Toms River, NJ 08753

Phone:

732-929-2011

Fax:

732-506-5087

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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Notify Banks & Financial Institutions

Each institution has a separate death claim process. Find yours below.

Affinity Federal

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Credit Union serving New Jersey, New York and Connecticut

Affinity Federal

American Heritage

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Credit Union serving Pennsylvania and New Jersey

American Heritage

Andrews FCU

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Credit Union serving the Northeast and Southeast

Andrews FCU

Bank of Hope

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Bank serving the West, Southeast, and more

Bank of Hope

BankUnited

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Bank serving the Southeast, Northeast, and more

BankUnited

Cathay Bank

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Bank serving the Northeast, West, and more

Cathay Bank

Citadel

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Credit Union serving the Northeast, Midwest, and more

Citadel

Citizens Bank

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Bank serving the Northeast, Southeast, and more

Citizens Bank

ConnectOne

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Bank serving New Jersey, New York and Florida

ConnectOne

CSAA Insurance

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Insurance Company serving the West, Northeast, and more

CSAA Insurance

Customers Bank

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Bank serving the Northeast, West, and more

Customers Bank

Dime

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Bank serving New York and New Jersey

Dime

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