DIVORCIO USA
Uncontested Divorce in
New Jersey
If you wish to process an uncontested divorce in New Jersey, our service allows you to do so in a structured, clear manner, in compliance with state legislation.
We work exclusively with non-contested divorces, meaning when both parties have reached a complete agreement on the dissolution of the marriage and its legal effects.
If you wish to confirm that you meet the legal requirements:
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Residency Requirement and Competent Court
To file for divorce in New Jersey, the state residency requirement must be met in accordance with current law.
Eligibility depends on whether you or your spouse meet the residency requirements in the state:
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If you or your spouse have resided in New Jersey for at least one (1) year before filing the petition, then you may file for divorce in New Jersey.
In this case, the divorce is generally filed in the corresponding court of the county where the Plaintiff resides or where the Defendant resides.
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If neither you nor your spouse have met the one (1) year residency requirement, then you must wait until one of you meets this requirement before being able to file a divorce petition in New Jersey.
This requirement is mandatory and the court will not accept the case until the minimum residency period is met.
Costs of Uncontested Divorce in New Jersey
The process is divided into phases, and each phase must be fully paid before it begins.
Service Fee
$245 or 2 payments of $149
(installment payment)*
Docket Filing and Legal Compliance Fees
$314 or $365
$314 for cases without children / $365 for cases with children
(Payment via Zelle or Money Order)
Case Finalization Fee
$295
(Payment via Zelle or Money Order)
* If the customer chooses the installment payment option (2 x $149):
- The first payment of $149 covers the review of the case by our legal team to determine whether we can accept it or whether it falls outside the limited scope of our service.
- The second payment of $149 must be made before the documents are finalized and sent for review.
Legal work begins only after the first payment is received. Document drafting requires the Service Fee to be paid in full.
Additional Services (Optional):
Document Revisions
Applicable only when it is necessary to redo documents due to errors in the information provided in the questionnaire.
Corrections resulting from attorney errors are free of charge.
25–$50
Case Dismissal Fee
Includes state fees and legal fees if the customer decides to withdraw the case after filing.
$100
How Does the Process Work in New Jersey?
1
Pre-Qualification
The process begins with a pre-qualification to confirm that you meet the basic requirements, including the one-year residency requirement in New Jersey.
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Initial Payment and Legal Review
After paying the Service Fee ($245 or the first payment of $149), you complete a detailed questionnaire that allows us to analyze your case and determine whether we can accept it or it falls outside our limited scope. If the case is accepted and the Service Fee is paid in full (if you have only paid $149, the Service Fee must be completed with the second payment of $149), our legal team prepares the documentation in accordance with New Jersey law.
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Document Verification
The Plaintiff reviews the documents first, after which the spouse reviews the documents. Once both spouses have confirmed, we request payment of the Initial Filing Fees ($314 for cases without minor children or $365 for cases with minor children) via Zelle or Money Order.
4
Legal Compliance and Initial Filing
Upon paying the Initial Filing Fees, the Plaintiff must notarize their portion of the documents online, after which our legal team will verify legal compliance. Before filing the case, a legal compliance verification is conducted. After verifying the legal compliance of the documents, the case is filed electronically with the corresponding court.
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Legal Compliance and Final Filing
Upon obtaining the Court Docket Number, the remaining step is to pay the Case Finalization Fee ($295) via Zelle or Money Order, after which the Plaintiff's spouse must sign and notarize the documents online, our legal team confirms legal compliance, and the documents are filed electronically with the court.
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Final Decision
Uncontested divorce cases are typically finalized by the judge between 2 and 6 months after the date of the final document filing.
Division of Assets and Debts in New Jersey
New Jersey is an equitable distribution state. This means that assets and debts acquired during the marriage must be divided fairly, though not necessarily in equal shares.
There is an initial presumption of equality, but the court may depart from it based on multiple factors. What is essential is that the agreement between the parties reflects equity and reasonableness.
Not all assets are divided. Separate property – such as those acquired before the marriage, inheritances, or personal gifts – generally remains with its owner.
All assets and debts must be clearly identified and assigned in the divorce documentation.
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Minor Children
When there are minor children, the court must establish provisions regarding custody, parenting time, and support.
Custody in New Jersey is divided into two components: legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody refers to the authority to make important decisions about the child's education, health, and well-being. Physical custody determines with which parent the minor primarily resides.
The law presumes that joint custody, especially joint legal custody, is generally most beneficial for the minor, provided both parents act in their best interest.
There is an important exception in cases of domestic violence. The law establishes a presumption against granting custody to any person who has committed acts of violence against the spouse or a minor. If there is credible evidence of abuse or neglect, the court may impose restricted custody and limited visitation.
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Child Support
New Jersey has a Standard Visitation Schedule, which typically includes alternating weekends, alternating holidays, and weekday visits. This schedule applies when there is no different agreement between the parties.
Our attorneys can draft a customized schedule if circumstances require it. Depending on complexity, an additional fee may apply.
New Jersey courts apply the Income Shares model, in accordance with the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines. Child support is calculated based on the combined income of the parents and the number of children.
Our team performs the calculation in accordance with current state guidelines and adjusts the amount when the obligated parent supports other children outside the marriage.
Alimony
In New Jersey, alimony is granted only in specific circumstances in which the Plaintiff is unable to support themselves or lacks sufficient capacity to generate income.
The duration of alimony depends, among other factors, on the length of the marriage and the limits established by state law.
Transparency and Scope of Service
Our service is designed exclusively for non-contested divorces. If the case becomes contested or requires litigation, you will be notified promptly and independent legal representation will be recommended.
We guarantee the correct preparation of documents in accordance with New Jersey law. We cannot guarantee the judge's decision or the final outcome of the judicial process.
Our friendly team is here to help you!
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