Divorce can be messy and stressful. If you have issues filing for divorce, this can add to the frustration.
Issues Filing for Divorce | Do I have to wait before filing a divorce?
New Jersey law requires a person to have lived in the state for at least one year before filing for divorce, except in cases of adultery, in which the time restriction is lifted.
Issues Filing for Divorce | Where can I file for a divorce?
New Jersey law requires a person to file for divorce in the county where either spouse is living. If you were married in another county or in another state, you still must file in the county where you reside. If spouses live in different counties, either one will do.
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Issues Filing for Divorce | Can I file for divorce if my spouse lives in another state?
In New Jersey, there is no legal barrier to filing a complaint for divorce even if your spouse lives outside of the state. So long as you’ve lived in New Jersey for a year or more (except in cases of adultery), if you file for divorce in New Jersey, that county will have jurisdiction and handle the case, no matter where your spouse is living.
Issues Filing for Divorce | What if I can’t locate my spouse?
If you are unable to locate your spouse, you can rely on your attorney’s team to conduct a search. New Jersey law requires you to make a “good faith” search for your spouse. An attorney can handle this, using a last known postal address as well as DMV information and your spouse’s Social Security Number. If this search still fails to locate your spouse, the court allows you to publish the divorce complaint in a local newspaper. After this you will be able to move forward with your divorce.
If you are having issues filing for divorce, please call our New Jersey divorce lawyers today for a free case review.