Estate Planning & Probate in Warren County, New Jersey
Most Warren County estate questions come down to one fork: avoid probate before a death, or work through it after one. This page points you to the right path—planning ahead, or settling an estate at the Surrogate's Court.
The Probate Process in Warren County
Probate is the court-supervised process of settling someone's estate after they die — validating the will, paying debts and taxes, and transferring what's left to the heirs. In Warren County, probate runs through the Surrogate's Court at 323 Front Street, Belvidere.
Full Warren Countyprobate guide: cost, how to file & attorneys →Probate Court Record
Surrogate's Court
Warren County
Recording Deeds & Property Documents
Recording Office Record
County Clerk
Warren County · County Clerk · Holly Mackey
Address
Phone
Fax
Hours
E-recording
$30 for the first page plus $10 for each additional page.
Full recording details →Verified September 7, 2026 · Source
Local Procedures at the Surrogate's Court
Documents can be provided to the Surrogate's Court by delivery, fax, email, or mail. Upon receipt, the office will contact the applicant to discuss additional needs or arrange for signing. Spousal Affidavit available if gross value of estate is less than $50,000. Next of Kin Affidavit available if no surviving spouse and gross value is less than $20,000.
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