County Clerk's office: perfectly on time for my appointment. Helped with all the various paperwork,…read morefriendly staff even pointed out how I could do some things myself and save significant money. A really polite staff made the experience simple and actually took way less time than I expected.

The main courthouse is centrally located in downtown Somerville on 20 North Bridge Street. There…read moreare plenty of places across the street to grab a sandwich, or get a cup of coffee. The court itself has a new wing and an historic wing. . The Old Historic Wing is just off the main corridor. Once inside you can see all the beauty from yesteryear. There are gold columns, and ornate carvings. There is so much history and character. There are several metered lots to park in. I prefer lot # 7 off of High Street. Make sure you bring plenty of quarters. It's 50 cents per hour. If attending court, it could take hours. I would suggest minimum of 4 hrs. Otherwise,you will have to walk back and put in more money to avoid getting a ticket. I would suggest arriving 15-20 minutes before your court time. There is usually some type of sign in and each floor has seating. I've been coming here for 4 years now, Domestic Violence, Divorce, and Child Support/ Alimony non payments I've had quite a bit of ups and downs because each department is run differently and communication is not the best with each other. Always make a copy of everything you submit to the court. Paperwork gets easily lost. If you mail it send it return receipt . The security personnel are very professional and friendly when asked a question and do a great job! They are very strict with cell phone use, and no photos or taping is allowed. Somerset County Courthouse is very over crowded. There aren't enough judges to hear all the cases and it can take months to get a court date with a judge. Seating in the different courtrooms are packed so sometimes plaintiffs and defendants are seated near each other or out in the halls. If you are handicapped or need assistance please call ahead and make special arrangements. There is also a full time interpreter for people who speak Spanish. The court is very good with this. When it comes to domestic violence there needs to be more training. The staff and the court really don't understand what truly goes on, and in my case really did more harm then good. There should be several domestic violence advocates, and counselors on the premises at all times to help battered women. Judges shouldn't allow the victims to be re-victimized and be put on trial and made to relive the nightmares all over again. There truly needs to be stricter enforcement when both parties sign a settlement agreement which supersedes the court order. If one parent doesn't follow it then there should be swift and immediate action. Otherwise, why bother having a settlement agreement. The only way to correct this is to file a $50 motion for each dispute, and wait for another trial.. Motions are costly and take way too long to get results which leave a lot of mom's helpless , homeless, and broken. If you have any problems at the courthouse contact the Ombudsman . ( In the Judiciary, the ombudsman is a neutral staff person who answers questions, addresses concerns from the public and is responsible for enhancing customer service in the courts. The ombudsman provides a bridge between the courts and the community, to enhance public access and improve customer service.)

So far so good. Just beginning the process…read more I anxiously await working with a highly skilled & talented over all team of attorneys!

Well haven't been here in quite awhile. Family court for all your divorce, child support,visitation…read moremediation and other family related issues. This is the place to go in Middlesex County. They do have a large parking garage, but it has gotten very expensive. If you can find parking on the street with the meters which they block off on occasion go for it. Also if you have to be there at 8 or 9 am be prepared to be there awhile as sometimes each case takes longer than some. If you're there still by 12:30-1 bring lunch or find a place to eat bc you will be there longer. They're usually efficient but sometimes things take longer. There are guards/cops and a metal detector before you can go further, be prepared to empty pockets. The cops are helpful if you don't know where to go, just ask. I'd say great check in, but not a place you want to be in regular basis bc duh..court. Get their early for parking but not too early so you're not broke by the parking garage fee. They also do not validate parking anymore.

This place is beautiful! Worth taking a little walk through of history. The details in the ceilings…read moreand fixtures are amazing.

Excellent service! They are way ahead than other counties. You can apply online as well and just…read morebring pertinent documents in person. Saves a lot of time if you're a busy bee. The staff are very nice and friendly. I'd like to say thank you and you are truly a public servers.

I'm honestly the nicest person but people love to bring out the mean in me…read more.. What the hell! The court room looks just like any other court room... But much uglier...The person being prosecuted (not convicted) suppose to wear a suit and tie or a good dress unless they are a major problem and have to be restrained.... But this place is like causal Friday...I was here for five to six hours ...what a waste of time...got nothing solved and still have to pay the dame fine...people were extremely rude .....Yes their were people watching from every corner...this place gives me the creeps...

I was treated very nice and kindly THERE my matter was taken care of perfessionly, the Lawyer was…read moreGreat and the Judge listened to TO MY STORY.. She let me speak,Cry Express my feelings. I was very grateful for that. I asked her to help my nephew although I was WAS the one sent him to jail and filed the restraining order I wanted him to get help cause he wasn't taken his medicine the drugs was making him crazy and he was already diagnosed Paranoid sicofranic. Anyway THE JUDGE HEARD BOTH SIDES AND GRANTED My wish she sent my nephew to a PSYCHIATRIST CENTER AND HE'S GETTING THE HELP NEEDED FINALLY. So I thank the court system.

I want to thank the people who work there! They help me with my divorce in every possible way!…read moreAll employees are super polite and knowledgeable!

Day 2 of my trial and I had to post a glowing review about the Courthouse Cafeteria. All these…read moreyears coming here and I never knew there was a fantastic cafeteria in this building as opposed to the small pop up sort in the dungeons of the other building. I had the freshest most delicious salad yesterday here! I guess it makes sense they have a lot of turnover. Everything that is hot looks amazing and fresh. The salads and cold cuts are all fresh. I highly recommend this!

There comes a time when some of us are summoned to do our civic duty as potential jurors in a civil…read morecase. Today was my day at the Bergen County Courthouse located in Hackensack, where I was able to see its interior beauty. Designed by architect James Reilly Gordon ca. 1911, this courthouse is a fine example of the Beaux Arts style, reflecting monuments of classical Rome and the Italian Renaissance. The building is capped by a copper-coated dome with a cupola and surmounted by a statue. The interior dome of the rotunda area of the courthouse is modeled after the Pantheon in Rome and topped with Tiffany-stained glass. Since this building is rich with history, if you get a chance to be inside, go to the 2nd floor and follow the sign to the rotunda.

Sentenced me to 35 years in prison. The trial was fast though. So I got that going for meread more

Well here we go again…read more.. Still NO negatives...and one is TRULY needed here. I am not sure where to begin... ....other then if I wasn't living it, I would NOT BELIEVE IT or was I in a John Grisham novel!!! It's is a circus here, they don't listen...they just respond.... They have NO idea how they are affecting people's lives....toying with their emotions, their future...their monies..... ...they are just there for a pay check.... JUSTICE ....the moral principle determining just conduct.... MORAL-of, relating to, or concerned with the principles or rules of right conduct or the distinction between right and wrong; ethical: moral attitudes.. PRINCIPLES -an accepted or professed rule of action or conduct: a person of good moral principles... INTEGRITY -adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty... These words above are not RECOGNIZED or UNDERSTOOD in this courthouse... I do not feel safe walking around inside there alone anymore...just don't know who I might bump into. They have made me feel fearfully and unsafe WHEN being inside CHESTER COUNTY COURT HOUSE. And that's just dealing with them in a family law matter, I can't imagine having to deal with them on a complicated issue. THINK LONG and HARD, CAUSE YOUR BEST INTEREST CERTAINLY isn't THEIRS....