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Articles for New Jersey
Alternatives to NewlyNamed and HitchSwitch for Post-Divorce Name Changes in New Jersey
Comparing NewlyNamed, HitchSwitch, and a structured post-divorce guide for handling name changes and all the other admin tasks after a New Jersey divo…
Alternatives to Online Divorce Services in New Jersey
Comparing alternatives to 3StepDivorce, Hello Divorce, and other online platforms for filing divorce in NJ — costs, coverage, and tradeoffs.
Best New Jersey Divorce Resource for Couples Who Agree on Everything
If you and your spouse agree on terms, here's the best way to file for divorce in NJ without a lawyer — and what to watch for in the process.
Best Post-Divorce Checklist for New Jersey State Employees with Pensions
Why NJ state employees (PERS, TPAF, PFRS) need a post-divorce checklist that covers the DRO process, survivor benefit traps, and the MBOS portal block…
Can You Remarry After Divorce in New Jersey
New Jersey has no waiting period to remarry after divorce. Here's what you need for a new marriage license and which post-divorce tasks to finish firs…
How to Get Certified Copies of Divorce Decree in New Jersey
Where to request certified copies of your NJ divorce decree, how much they cost, and the difference between 2013-or-earlier and 2014-present records.
Contested vs Uncontested Divorce in New Jersey: Key Differences
Contested and uncontested divorce in NJ follow very different paths. Compare costs, timelines, procedural steps, and which track fits your situation.
Default Divorce in New Jersey: What Happens When Your Spouse Doesn't Respond
If your spouse ignores the divorce papers in NJ, you can proceed by default. Learn the 35-day response window, how to request default, and what happen…
Early Settlement Panel in New Jersey Divorce: What to Expect
New Jersey routes contested divorces through an Early Settlement Panel before trial. Learn how the ESP works, what happens at the hearing, and how man…
Estate Planning After Divorce in New Jersey
Update your will, power of attorney, and healthcare proxy after a NJ divorce — what N.J.S.A. 3B:3-14 covers and the federal gaps that can cost your he…