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Are you considering filing for divorce in Morristown? We can help you! Our team of divorce lawyers have handled hundreds of divorce cases over the years, ranging from uncontested to complex. Call (201) 798-8000 today, use our contact form below, or chat with us live 24/7 for a free consultation.
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We proudly represent divorce clients throughout New Jersey, including Morristown
Divorce is messy. There are emotional challenges, financial hardships, and lots of potential headaches to be had from dealing with a complicated legal system.
You might think it’s best to handle your divorce on your own. Perhaps you’re worried an attorney would make things more contentions. However, the opposite is often true. A Morristown divorce lawyer from Bhatt Law Group will be happy to assist you through this difficult time. Your lawyer will explain your rights and options. For more information, contact us online or call (201) 798-8000.
Divorce Complications
The legal process of divorce involves the practical separation of two lives. You will need to think about:
- Property Division A court will go through your shared monetary savings, investments, personal property, etc., and determine equitable division. Your Morristown divorce lawyer will help to ensure this process is fair to you.
- Division of Debt Mortgages, auto loans, credit card debt etc., will be properly assigned to you or your spouse.
- Retirement Retirement savings must be addressed, especially if a majority of your retirement savings come from your spouse’s employer. Your lawyer will take steps to ensure you receive your fair share.
- Alimony Should one spouse pay another spousal support, or alimony? There are many types of alimony, including temporary, rehabilitative, and permanent.
- Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements If you and your spouse formed a valid prenuptial or postnuptial contract, it can control or influence your divorce.
- Child Custody and Support When a marriage involves children, spouses will need to come to a parenting agreement. If they are unable, a judge will decide the custody arrangement based on the best interests of the child. Child support will be in part determined by New Jersey’s general guidelines, but a number of factors will also come into play, impacting the final decision of who owes what and how much.
If this all seems like too much to handle on your own, it probably is. The experienced divorce lawyers at Bhatt Law Group can help.
Filing for Divorce in Morristown
To start this process you will need to fill out the proper forms, draft the paperwork, and file all documents in the correct court. Your lawyer can help devise your strategy: how and when to file for divorce, what you allege, and what you plan to ask for. All of these can impact how your spouse responds and how smoothly this process goes.
If you are filing for divorce based on your spouse’s actions, you will choose from one of several grounds for divorce allowed in the state of New Jersey:
● Adultery
● Willful Abandonment
● Physical or Mental Abuse
● Drug or Alcohol Addiction
● Consensual Deviant Sexual Conduct
● Mental Illness Resulting in 24 Consecutive Months or More of Institutionalization
● Incarceration of 18 Months or More
● Living Separately and Apart for 18 Consecutive Months
If, on the other hand, neither you nor your spouse is responsible for the divorce, you may claim irreconcilable differences.
You will also have a choice between a contested or uncontested divorce.
Contested Divorce: Your spouse does not want to end your marriage, or may disagree with the way you want to resolve one or more issues related to your divorce, like child custody or dividing finances.
Uncontested Divorce: Your spouse agrees that the marriage should be dissolved, and is on board with all related issues. (These divorces usually go much more quickly.)
An experienced Morristown divorce lawyer from Bhatt Law Group will make sure you understand the different types of divorce and how they affect the legal process.
New Jersey Residency for a Divorce
In order to obtain a divorce in this state, you must be a New Jersey resident. To be a resident you must live here full time, or maintain a permanent home here and spend at least 183 days a year in the state.
If you are unsure whether to file for divorce in New Jersey, speak to a Morristown divorce lawyer at Bhatt Law Group today.
A Morristown Divorce Lawyer is Here for You
There are many benefits to hiring an experienced divorce lawyer who knows the ins and outs of preparing for, filing, and responding to a divorce. They will walk you through the court process, handle all legalities, and provide you some peace of mind.
Family law attorneys at Bhatt Law Group are here to protect your rights and ensure that you walk away from the divorce with a fair outcome. Contact us online or call (201) 798-8000 to schedule a free consultation.
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