Divorce in New Jersey, flat-fee plans & pricing

New Jersey, specifically

The NJ rules
that matter.

Reviewed by attorneys licensed in New Jersey and kept current with state statute (N.J.S.A. 2A:34). Last checked May 2026.

Residency requirement

12 months

At least one spouse must live in NJ for a full year before filing (immediate for adultery).

Court filing fee

$300

Paid to the Superior Court, plus $25 if you have children. This goes to the court, not us.

Grounds most people use

No-fault

"Irreconcilable differences" lasting 6+ months. Fault grounds exist but are rarely needed.

Typical waiting period

6 months

The breakdown must have lasted at least six months before an irreconcilable-differences filing.

How property is split

Equitable

NJ divides marital property fairly, not always 50/50. We map this out in your intake.

Where you file

Family Part

Superior Court of New Jersey, Family Part, in the county where you or your spouse lives.

Legal Friend is not a law firm, but every NJ document is prepared and reviewed by attorneys licensed in New Jersey. This page is general information, not legal advice for your specific case.

New Jersey pricing

Three plans.
NJ-exact pricing.

Prices below are flat fees to Legal Friend. New Jersey's $300 court filing fee is separate and paid directly to the Family Part.

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DIY Filing

Ready to file in 3 to 5 days

You drive. We hand you every form, pre-filled.

$299

FLAT FEE~7 documents

Choose DIY →

Best for fully uncontested splits with no kids or shared property.

NJ-specific divorce packet
Guided questionnaire (20 min)
Auto-filled NJ court forms
County filing instructions
E-filing where available
NJ attorney review of forms
Settlement agreement drafting
Custody & support worksheets
A lawyer who represents you

MOST CHOSEN

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Guided + Attorney Review

Reviewed & ready in 7 to 10 days

We prep everything; an NJ-licensed attorney checks it before you file.

$799

FLAT FEE~14 documents + 1 review call

Choose Guided →

Best for uncontested NJ divorces with kids, support, or modest assets.

NJ-specific divorce packet
Guided questionnaire (20 min)
Auto-filled NJ court forms
County filing instructions
E-filing where available
NJ attorney review of forms
Settlement agreement drafting
Custody & support worksheets
A lawyer who represents you

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Full Representation

NJ attorney assigned within 48 hrs

A dedicated NJ-licensed attorney handles your case end-to-end.

$1,899

FLAT FEEEverything, plus Family Part representation

Choose Full →

Best for contested NJ issues, complex assets, or when you just want it off your plate.

NJ-specific divorce packet
Guided questionnaire (20 min)
Auto-filled NJ court forms
County filing instructions
E-filing where available
NJ attorney review of forms
Settlement agreement drafting
Custody & support worksheets
A lawyer who represents you

+ $300 NJ court filing fee·+ $25 if you have minor children·Fee waivers available for low income

Line by line

What each plan
does in NJ.

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NJ-specific divorce packet

DIY

Guided

Full

Irreconcilable-differences complaint

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County-correct filing instructions

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NJ Case Information Statement (CIS)

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NJ attorney review before filing

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Marital settlement agreement drafting

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Child support per NJ guidelines

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Negotiation with your spouse or their lawyer

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Representation at NJ hearings

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Flat fee

$299

$799

$1,899

The NJ process

Five steps, start
to Final Judgment.

A clean uncontested New Jersey divorce typically runs 3 to 6 months from filing. Here's the path.

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1

Confirm residency

One of you must have lived in New Jersey for 12 months. We check this in step one of intake.

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2

File the complaint

We prepare your Complaint for Divorce and file it with the Family Part in your county.

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3

Serve & respond

Your spouse is served and has 35 days to respond. Uncontested? They simply agree.

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4

Settle the terms

Property, custody, and support get documented in a Marital Settlement Agreement.

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5

Final hearing

A brief hearing (often virtual) where a judge enters your Final Judgment of Divorce.

NJ Bar

Aisha Thompson, Esq.

Family law, licensed in New Jersey since 2009

Your NJ-licensed team

Real Jersey lawyers, not a call center.

Every New Jersey case is reviewed by an attorney admitted to the New Jersey Bar, people who know your county's Family Part, its judges, and its quirks. On the Guided and Full plans, they read your paperwork before it ever reaches the court.

7,400+

NJ cases filed

~42 min

avg. reply time

4.9★

NJ client rating

New Jersey FAQ

Jersey-specific
answers.

The questions we hear most from people filing in New Jersey. For your exact situation, talk to your NJ attorney through the app.

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How long do I have to live in New Jersey before filing?

For most divorces, at least one spouse must have been a New Jersey resident for 12 consecutive months before filing. The exception is adultery, which has no waiting period. Our intake confirms your eligibility before you pay.

What does it cost to file for divorce in New Jersey?

The Superior Court charges a $300 filing fee for the complaint, plus $25 if you have children (for the parents' education program). That's separate from your Legal Friend plan and is paid directly to the court. Fee waivers are available if you meet income limits.

Is New Jersey a no-fault divorce state?

Yes. Most New Jersey couples file on "irreconcilable differences," a no-fault ground requiring that the breakdown has lasted at least six months. You don't have to prove anyone did anything wrong. Fault grounds (like adultery or desertion) still exist but are rarely necessary.

How is property divided in a NJ divorce?

New Jersey is an "equitable distribution" state, which means marital property is divided fairly, not automatically 50/50. Courts weigh factors like the length of the marriage and each spouse's circumstances. Our Guided and Full plans help you reach an agreement that holds up.

Which county do I file in?

You file in the Superior Court, Family Part, in the county where you or your spouse resides. All 21 counties are covered. We auto-select the right vicinage and give you county-specific instructions in your packet.

Can we do this entirely online?

Largely, yes. Much of New Jersey's process supports electronic filing, and many uncontested final hearings are now held virtually. We tell you exactly when (and whether) you need to appear.