A Former Judge. A Father-Son Trial Firm. Fifty Years of New Jersey Practice.

A former municipal court judge who then crossed to the defense bar — that is the foundation of Avery & Avery’s Estate Planning representation for Ridgewood residents. Robert W. Avery’s fifteen years on the Ridgefield Municipal Court bench (1986-2000) translate directly to Bergen County courtroom strategy.

For a free first consultation on a Ridgewood Estate Planning matter, call (201) 943-2445.

From Arrest to Disposition — Ridgewood Estate Planning

Wills filed by Ridgewood decedents probate through the Bergen County Surrogate’s Court at Bergen County Justice Center, 10 Main Street, Room 211, Hackensack, NJ 07601. Uncontested probate is handled by the Surrogate; contested estates and will contests route to Bergen County Superior Court — Chancery Division, Probate Part. NJ Inheritance Tax (Class A exempt; Class C/D taxable) applies.

Ridgewood Village Municipal Ct

Address: 131 N Maple Ave
Phone: (201) 670-5500
Court days: EVERY THURSDAY
Office hours: 8:30AM-4:30PM

Bergen County Superior Court (Hackensack)

Address: Bergen County Justice Center, 10 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 221-0700
Vicinage: Bergen Vicinage (Vicinage 02)

Governing Statutes and Case Law

NJ statutes control Estate Planning matters in Ridgewood.

About Ridgewood, NJ

Ridgewood sits in Bergen County, NJ. Key facts:

2020 Census population: 25,985
Density: 4,525 per sq mi
Land area: 5.7 sq mi
ZIP codes: 07450, 07452
Mayor: Paul Vagianos
Incorporated: November 20, 1894
Elevation: 85 ft

Ridgewood Local Context

Ridgewood ZIP codes: 07450, 07452.
Land area 5.74 sq mi (water 0.062 sq mi); elevation 85 ft.
Ridgewood sits in Bergen County, served by Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack; vicinage: Bergen Vicinage (Vicinage 02).

What Sets Avery & Avery Apart in Ridgewood

Local depth, statewide credentials. The Avery firm has practiced in Bergen County courts for nearly fifty years. That translates to familiarity with the specific calendar tendencies and prosecutorial offer patterns that govern Ridgewood Estate Planning outcomes.

Robert W. Avery, former Municipal Court Judge (1986-2000). The judicial perspective — understanding what judges prioritize in Estate Planning matters — is a direct competitive advantage at the Bergen County courthouse.

Same-day callback guarantee. On active arrests or impending court dates, Robert or John is reachable at (201) 943-2445 the same day.

Sister Bergen Cities We Cover

We routinely appear in Ridgewood’s neighboring Bergen County municipalities. See:

And the Bergen County Estate Planning landing covers the full county.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do Ridgewood Estate Planning cases go?

Bergen County Superior Court for first-tier matters; Bergen County Superior Court (Hackensack) for indictable / over-threshold matters.

How fast can you respond to a Ridgewood arrest / hearing?

Same-day callback during business hours; same-evening for arrests on weeknights. Call (201) 943-2445.

Do you handle other Bergen County practice areas?

Yes — see our Bergen County Lawyer page for the full practice list, and the practice tops at /practice-areas/estate-planning/.

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