New Jersey Divorce Forms and Papers
Review the IMPORTANT Requirements for Filing For a Divorce in New Jersey
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New Jersey Divorce terms and procedures are unique, as are all state by state divorce procedures, so please be sure to review them prior to ordering your Divorce Forms
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If you meet the New Jersey State requirements for Divorce please proceed to order your divorce documents.
New Jersey Residency Requirements
Either spouse must have been a resident of New Jersey for at least one year before filing. In an adultery based divorce, there is no time limit if one spouse is a resident of the state.
Grounds for Divorce In New Jersey
The no-fault grounds for divorce in New Jersey are:
- living separate and apart for eighteen months and no reasonable expectation of reconciliation.
The following are some of the New Jersey fault based grounds:
- adultery;
- sentenced to jail for eighteen months or more;
- drug addiction;
- cruel and inhuman treatment;
- willful desertion for one year.
New Jersey Child Custody
Custody will be determined in accordance with the best interests of the child. In making an award of custody the following are some factors which should be considered:
- parents' ability to agree;
- relationship of child with its parents and siblings;
- needs of the child;
- preference of the child, if child is sufficiently mature.
The court shall order any custody arrangement which is agreed to by both parents unless it is contrary to the best interests of the child.
Child Support
New Jersey has adopted child support guidelines which apply in virtually every case, unless special circumstances are present. The child support calculation takes into consideration the gross income of both parties, and certain child related expenses. Child support will continue until the child reaches the age of majority, and may be extended through his or her secondary education.
Venue
The Superior Court has jurisdiction for all divorce actions.
Mediation
The parties may agree to submit their areas of disagreement to mediation at any time. If they are able to reach an agreement, they may proceed in court on an uncontested basis.
If you meet the New Jersey State requirements for Divorce please proceed to order your divorce documents.
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