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Reverse Interest in New Jersey

In New Jersey, the reverse interest rate applied to post-judgment awards is 6% per year under N.J. Ct. R. 4:42-11. This rule governs the calculation of interest on judgments, including awards where the prevailing party must pay interest back to the opposing party, commonly in setoff or counterclaim scenarios. The rule establishes the applicable rate and the method for computing reverse interest, which the court applies uniformly. The official source for the current rate and any adjustments is the New Jersey Courts notice for the calendar year, available at the provided link. The example below demonstrates how the 6% rate is applied in a reverse interest calculation. For an estimate specific to a case, use the calculator.

Governing authority

In New Jersey, the reverse interest rule is set by N.J. Ct. R. 4:42-11. The verified packet cites N.J. Ct. R. 4:42-11 (https://www.njcourts.gov/notices/notice-post-judgment-interest-rate-calendar-year-2026-rule-442-11).

New Jersey reverse interest: the verified value is 6% under N.J. Ct. R. 4:42-11. The verified packet cites N.J. Ct. R. 4:42-11 (https://www.njcourts.gov/notices/notice-post-judgment-interest-rate-calendar-year-2026-rule-442-11).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the reverse interest calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.