New Jersey Divorce and Legal Separation
NJ Divorce Lawyers
Contested Divorce
If animosity exists between you and your spouse, then a contested divorce may be how you choose to terminate your marriage. Yet even in a New Jersey contested divorce, there are ways to resolve your differences and reach an amicable agreement. While you may not see eye-to-eye on issues regarding your children, support payments, or the distribution of your assets and debts, an experienced NJ divorce lawyer at Weinberger Law Group, LLC can assist you through this difficult process.
Uncontested Divorce
If you are considering an NJ divorce, but are still on good terms with your spouse, you may be able to obtain a New Jersey uncontested divorce. The uncontested divorce process is generally the most amicable and cost-efficient way to dissolve your marriage and resolve all issues regarding:
Child custody
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Visitation
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Child support
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Alimony
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Property division
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And more
Legal Separation
To obtain an NJ legal separation status, you do not have to file a complaint with the family court, nor do you have to appear before a judge to discuss your marital problems; instead, you and your spouse can simply choose to reside in separate residences and formalize an agreement concerning:
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Visitation
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Specific payments made for the family
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Payments regarding the home and marital bills
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And more
A New Jersey legal separation gives many New Jersey couples the chance to reconcile their relationship in the future.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Alternative Dispute Resolution is a non-litigious way of resolving your legal differences and can include arbitration or NJ mediation.
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Arbitration—is a method that provides a binding decision by a professional (such as a retired family law judge) who is trained to determine fair and equitable results.
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Mediation—is a method, which allows both you and your spouse to enter into civilized discussions with a mediator. This non-binding process usually occurs in a confidential setting, instead of a courtroom, and allows you and your spouse to remain fully in control of the divorce process.
The beauty of the alternative dispute resolution process is that it enables you and your spouse to speed up the dissolution process in an informal environment rather than leaving it up to a judge’s discretion.
Out of State, International, and Military Divorces
If you or your spouse are living outside of the State of New Jersey, or are actively stationed elsewhere, then you may still qualify to obtain an out of state divorce, international divorce, or a military divorce in NJ. There are jurisdictional requirements that must be met in order to have New Jersey accept your matter; therefore, you will need an experienced NJ divorce lawyer on your side to help you understand if New Jersey has jurisdiction. If the state does have jurisdiction, then the NJ divorce lawyers at Weinberger Law Group, LLC will review all of the available remedies and map out the next course of action.
Pitfalls to Handling your Own Divorce
If you are considering an NJ divorce, your initial instinct may be to handle your own divorce. Before you move forward with this approach, you should consider the complications associated with an NJ divorce, and the complexities surrounding important divorce issues, such as child custody, support, and asset division.
Unfortunately, many people who attempt to handle their own NJ divorce often overlook significant legal details that not only lead to problems in the future, but can require lengthy and extensive legal work to correct. Protect your legal rights and safeguard your future by retaining the services of an NJ divorce lawyer whose entire legal practice is devoted exclusively to New Jersey divorce, family, and matrimonial law.
Questions Your Children May Have
During an NJ divorce, children are inevitably affected by the divorce process and the changes occurring to the family unit. We encourage you to speak to a professional about the best way to approach, educate, and comfort your children during this difficult time.
Contact Weinberger Law Group, LLC today at (973) 520-8822 to schedule your consultation with one of our seasoned NJ divorce lawyers.
For more information about New Jersey contested divorce, NJ uncontested divorce, New Jersey alternative dispute resolution, NJ legal separation, or other family law matters, please contact us for a consultation.
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Our partner, Bari Zell Weinberger, is certified by the Supreme Court of NJ as a Matrimonial Law Attorney. This Certification is achieved by only 2% of the attorneys in New Jersey.
