New Jersey Divorce Guide
Everything you need to know about divorce in New Jersey. 23 in-depth guides covering your rights, costs, and options.
Property Division
Equitable Distribution
Filing Fee
$300–$350
Waiting Period
None (no-fault)
Residency
12 months
Divorce Type
Fault & No-Fault
Custody
Best Interest Standard
Key Facts About New Jersey Divorce
- ✓2014 alimony reform limited permanent alimony (<20yr marriages)
- ✓No waiting period for no-fault
- ✓Alimony presumptively ends at retirement age
New Jersey Divorce Guides
New Jersey Property Division
Equitable distribution rules — what gets divided, what stays yours, and how courts handle the house, retirement, and debts.
New Jersey Spousal Support & Alimony
How alimony is determined, types of support, factors judges consider, and realistic expectations for your case.
New Jersey Child Custody Laws
Best interest standard, legal vs. physical custody, common schedules, and mistakes to avoid.
New Jersey Divorce Process & Timeline
None (no-fault) waiting period. Step-by-step process from filing to final judgment.
New Jersey Divorce Costs & How to File
Filing fee: $300–$350. Attorney costs, mediation, fee waivers, DIY options, and how to keep costs down.
New Jersey Child Support
How child support is calculated
New Jersey Uncontested Divorce
When both spouses agree
New Jersey Divorce Mediation
Resolving disputes without court
New Jersey Divorce & Taxes
Tax implications of divorce
New Jersey Divorce & the Family Home
What happens to the house
New Jersey Common-Law Marriage & Divorce
Recognition, rights, and how to divorce without a marriage certificate
New Jersey Adultery & Divorce Laws
How cheating affects alimony, property, and custody
New Jersey Alienation of Affection
Can you sue the person who broke up your marriage?
New Jersey Contested Divorce
When you can't agree
New Jersey Divorce with Children
Complete guide for parents
New Jersey Divorce & Domestic Violence
Getting divorced safely
New Jersey Divorce & Retirement Accounts
Dividing 401k, pension, IRA
New Jersey Divorce & Debt
Who pays which debts
New Jersey Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
How prenups affect divorce
New Jersey Legal Separation vs. Divorce
Key differences and when to choose each
New Jersey Collaborative Divorce
Working together with attorneys
New Jersey Moving with Children After Divorce
Relocation rules and requirements
New Jersey Modifying Custody & Support Orders
Changing court orders after divorce
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Legal Disclaimer: These guides cover New Jersey divorce law for general informational purposes only. Laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed New Jersey family law attorney for advice specific to your situation.