Step 1 — Confirm you’re filing in the correct county

Hudson County (Jersey City area) is the correct place to submit only if your facts match NJ Courts’ “where to file” guidance. Don’t guess. Wrong-county submissions are a classic delay.

Step 2 — Create your JEDS account (one-time setup)

Use NJ Courts’ JEDS page to register. Set up your login carefully so you can track submissions and confirmations.

Step 3 — Start a new “Create Filing” submission

Select the appropriate court division and docket type for your matter. NJ Courts identifies divorce as an FM docket type in Family matters (divorce/dissolution).

Step 4 — Select Hudson County as the filing county (if appropriate)

Choose the county that matches where your divorce must be filed under NJ Courts’ instructions. If you are in Jersey City, that typically points you to Hudson County—but confirm based on your separation residence rules.

Step 5 — Upload documents as separate files (clean naming)

Upload each required document separately. Keep a consistent naming system so your packet is readable: Complaint, Confidential Litigant Info Sheet, Certification, etc.

• Use clear, readable PDFs (not dark phone scans)
• Keep within the size and format limits listed on NJ Courts’ JEDS page
• Redact personal identifiers where required (follow NJ Courts instructions)

Step 6 — Pay any required fee (or submit fee waiver request if applicable)

If a fee applies, JEDS supports payment within the workflow. If you need a waiver, use the official NJ Courts forms and instructions.

Step 7 — Submit and save your confirmation

Always keep your submission confirmation and a copy of exactly what you submitted. If you later need to prove what was filed and when, your confirmation matters.