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Uncontested divorce in New Jersey

When you and your spouse agree, an uncontested divorce is the faster, cheaper path. SingleASAP prepares and files your entire New Jersey divorce for one flat fee, from the complaint through the Final Judgment of Divorce.

$2,000Flat fee starts
~$300Court filing cost
Usually noneCourt appearances
4–8 moTypical to judgment
The basics

What New Jersey requires

Residency

Under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-10, at least one spouse generally needs to be a bona fide New Jersey resident for one year before filing. Adultery is the one ground with no waiting period.

Grounds

Most uncontested cases use irreconcilable differences under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2(i): the differences have lasted at least six months and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation. Separation is another common no-fault route.

Court appearance

When you are represented, most uncontested New Jersey matters resolve on the papers or with a short uncontested proceeding rather than a contested trial.

New Jersey at a glance

Court filing cost
~$300
Complaint form
CN-10153
Residency
1 year (2A:34-10)
Grounds
Irreconcilable differences
Alimony
N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23
Child support
Guidelines, R. 5:6A
Property
Equitable distribution
Counties served
Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Middlesex & more

Filing fees are paid to the court at cost and can change. Confirmed at consultation.

Process

How a New Jersey filing moves

1

Intake

A short questionnaire about your marriage, children, and property.

2

Drafting

We prepare the Complaint, Property Settlement Agreement, and the full uncontested packet.

3

Sign and file

You and your spouse sign. We file with the county Superior Court, Family Part, and handle service.

4

Judgment

The court enters the Final Judgment of Divorce, typically within a few months.

Money questions

Support and property in New Jersey

Alimony

New Jersey does not use a fixed alimony formula. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 lists statutory factors the court weighs, including income, the length of the marriage, and the standard of living. Our calculator gives a practice-based estimate.

Child support

New Jersey follows the Child Support Guidelines (R. 5:6A, Appendix IX), an income-shares model that accounts for parenting time, health insurance, and work-related childcare.

Dividing property

New Jersey is an equitable distribution state under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. Courts can deviate from an equal split based on each spouse's circumstances and contributions to the marital estate.

Retirement accounts

Dividing a 401(k), pension, or certain IRAs usually needs a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). We coordinate that as an add-on when your case calls for it.

Estimate the numbers: the SingleASAP alimony, child support, asset split, and total cost calculators are free and run on New Jersey's guidelines.
FAQ

New Jersey divorce questions

How long do I have to live in New Jersey to file?

Under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-10, at least one spouse generally must be a New Jersey resident for one year before filing. Adultery is the exception with no waiting period.

What grounds will my divorce use?

Most uncontested cases use irreconcilable differences under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2(i): differences lasting at least six months with no reasonable prospect of reconciliation.

Will I have to go to court?

When represented, most uncontested New Jersey matters resolve on the papers or with a brief uncontested proceeding.

How much does it cost?

The court filing fee is about $300. The SingleASAP flat attorney fee starts at $2,000, or $2,500 with minor children. Court add-ons are disclosed up front and only billed if your case needs them.

How long does it take?

Typically 4 to 8 months from signed agreement to final judgment, depending on the county. We can usually prepare and file within a few weeks of intake.

Ready to get single ASAP in New Jersey?

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