FAQs: Your Divorce Questions Answered

If you’re exploring divorce options in New Jersey, you are likely to have questions about the process and costs, and need help getting started. This page is designed to answer the most common concerns about filing for divorce in NJ, offering straightforward guidance to help you make informed decisions.

Whether you’re curious about timelines and paperwork or have questions about your personal circumstances, we’ll simplify your journey and provide clarity at every step.

What separates you from other companies I see online?

This is an excellent question. Some companies just send you forms via email, which will then be your responsibility to print and download, figure out what goes where, and after attempt put them together in hopes that the Court even accepts them. Divorce in New Jersey is very tedious, with many moving parts; therefore, one small error can be a significant setback or even a dismissal of your case.

Many companies claim they provide full service; however, they only provide documents and then abandon the client, meaning no further guidance is provided. Some companies only offer forms or templates and charge you for them big fees.

NJ AFFORDABLE DIVORCE is an All-In-One Service providing fully completed legal documents to their clients, addressing all terms and agreements, as well as full term support through each and every phase of your divorce process. Nothing to print, nothing to figure out Just Sign and File. All of our documents are 100% Guaranteed; therefore, we stand firmly behind the service we provide.

NJ AFFORDABLE DIVORCE provides fully completed legal documents to their clients, addressing all terms and agreements, as well as full guided support through each and every phase of your divorce process. We offer full guided support to our clients and provide actual legal documents and not forms or templates. All of our documents are 100% Guaranteed; therefore, we stand firmly behind the service we provide.

I need a divorce but have no idea where to start or what to do!

This is a normal feeling for an ordinary person, especially when facing a divorce situation. NJ AFFORDABLE DIVORCE makes the divorce process very simple and hassle-free for every client, regardless of how technical their situation may be.

It’s simple. When you are prepared to initiate your divorce all you need to do is set up your appointment with an assigned case manager that will see your case throughout your entire divorce process. He/She will gather all of the details of your case, and address all terms and agreements which will then be transcribed into your legal documents. We do ALL THE WORK. The final step is the divorce filing phase, which will be guided and assisted by your case manager.

NOTE: You will receive your case manager’s private contact information via phone, text, and email.

My spouse will not sign the papers. Am I still able to get divorced?

Absolutely, this is actually very common detail of many divorces and we deal with this issue on a day-to-day basis. If your spouse is not willing to sign, for whatever reason it may be no matter how big or how small, the spouse will then be required to be served either by the Sheriff office of his County or a Legal Processing company as long as you know their location.

YES! We absolutely assist with that as well. Actually we specialize in the process so well, that we have access to each and every Sheriff’s office of each County in the Country as well as very efficient Legal Processors. Please discuss which option works best for your situation with your case manager.

Another situation is if your spouse has received their documents from you and are now refusing to sign them, that’s ok as well, we can simply revise your documents to non-signature structure serve the spouse, and you will still be on a path to a successful divorce.

Can I be certain that your service is guaranteed?

This is a valid concern especially during a stressful phase in ones life. We can’t stress this enough: NJ AFFORDABLE DIVORCE stands behind their service 100%. Our documents are fully guaranteed and Court approved as we work parallel with every County Clerk in New Jersey State.

Our paralegals are extremely skilled and knowledgeable and have helped tens of thousands of families in New Jersey State to obtain an affordable hassle-free divorce. We know how to get the job done!

Can I have my Court fee waived?

Absolutely, if you qualify based on your income. You may ask your case manager for a waiver form or download one off our website in the Resources Page.

Will your provide full guidance and assistance when I start to file in Court?

Absolutely, please know, our job does not conclude once you receive your documents. We then will assist you every step of the way during your filing phase within your County Court. This is absolutely crucial for our clients to make sure no mistakes are made and all documents are filed properly to avoid dismissal, time waste and more unnecessary expense.

Are your fees refundable?

Because of the very nature of our business and the service provided to each client, our fees are non-refundable after a payment has been made. However your file can be placed on hold for as long as necessary until you wish to resume and continue, without your payment ever expiring.

How long will my divorce take to finalize in Court?

Great and most popular question asked. Filing duration depends on many factors such as: how quickly you file your divorce upon receiving of documents and more so how quickly will your spouse sign or be served with their document. A simple divorce can be executed within 4-8 weeks, again, this means you the Plaintiff must be very efficient and follow your case manager’s instructions precisely.

Can I divorce an incarcerated spouse?

Yes. If you have the address and inmate ID. We will produce all of the required documents for the Defendant to be served in the facility they are held in without a requirement for signature, therefore your divorce will finalize without spouse signature.

Can I change my last name and/or my children?

You may resume a maiden or a previous name. You may also request a name change for a child. This is a common request by many. Address this with your case manager to properly include the request in your marital settlement agreement.

Is there a required Court appearance?

In New Jersey State every case must be heard by the Judge to stamp and seal your divorce. However, may counties still follow remote hearing option therefore many if not most cases are finalized via zoom/phone. Only the filing party, Plaintiff, must be present.

In some cases, many clients with a simple divorce, have their cases finalized simply by mail. Please address this with your case manager for details.

How do I figure out child support?

Many people simply come to mutual terms with their spouse on an agreed amount, however that may not always be the case. You have several options such as allowing the court to calculate the amount, visit the NJ child support calculator link on our resources page and in rare instances where couples have a lot of unresolved issues, they look into mediation to address those disagreements and come to terms.

My spouse and I have an agreement already prepared. Can we still use your service?

Absolutely, many clients in the past have sought out guidance and opinions from an attorney and or mediation and then use our service to reduce cost and divorce expense.

You may provide your agreement to your case manager to be incorporated into you divorce documents during or after your interview. This may also held to reduce your time line in court.

How long will it take to receive my documents? Can I expedite my service?

Our standard service provides fully completed divorce documents within a couple of weeks. However, we offer options for clients looking to expedite the process to deliver documents as quickly as the next business day. This allows you to begin filing in court as soon as possible and move forward with your divorce without delay.

Please inquire with our office or directly with your case manager to take advantage of this quick service.

We have children and property. Can I still use your service?

Child custody, support, and property division are common concerns in most divorces, and we handle these matters daily with expertise and care. Key decisions, such as how you will co-parent your children and divide your assets—whether it’s your home, investments, or even a business—must be addressed. Our service ensures that every aspect of your divorce is carefully managed to provide clarity and support throughout the process.

Do I need a lawyer if I use your service?

In New Jersey State, you can represent yourself in court as a Pro Se Litigant without hiring an attorney. This is where NJ AFFORDABLE DIVORCE steps in to assist you with all the required legal documents, marital settlement agreement/divorce complaint, and filing assistance. This method saves people an average of $7000. You may retain legal representation at any point while filing if you feel that one is needed.

Do you provide documents or actual legal forms?

NJ AFFORDABLE DIVORCE provides fully completed legal documents tailored to each and every client’s individual situation. These are not forms or do it yourself kits, these are actual legal documents that are 100% Court Approved.

How do I get started?

Start by calling our office or sending an inquiry through email or our website. A representative will ask a few simple questions and connect you with a dedicated case manager to guide you through your case. With flexible hours to fit any schedule, most clients choose our convenient Divorce by Phone service, starting from the comfort of their home or workplace.

What is an Uncontested Divorce?

Uncontested divorce is when both spouses agree that they want to dissolve their marriage. In general it’s a mutual agreed upon process by both parties. Remember, just because a spouse is not willing to sign, does not always mean its contested. Over the years, we have seen that in many instances, a spouse is not willing to sign simply out of spite and or the inconvenience of taking documents to a notary

How does the Divorce On-Line process work?

Getting started is simple! Complete the questionnaire to confirm your eligibility to file in New Jersey and use our service. Once you submit your payment online, your case manager will reach out to finalize any remaining details. You’ll also receive a welcome email with payment details and a welcome text from your case manager to initiate contact.

Our Google Reviews

Fast and Low Cost

I used this company for my divorce. I was a little hesitant at first because of my situation and marital property and I wanted a fast low cost divorce. This office has the lowest fee in NJ with no upsell and luckily they handle every county in the state. My case manager was fantastic and took my calls and texts during weekend hours, all we did was sign and date, cant ask for anything better. My divorce was finalized in 3 months and this was during the holiday months.

~ James Foster

Good and Diligent

This service is amazing, especially Brianna, my case worker. She helped me from the beginning to the very end. Everytime, I had any question/concern or looked for direction, she took time to explain in details and pointed me to the right direction. She was always responding promptly. Basically, she is very good and diligent at her job. Again thank you very much for helping me through this painful process, Brianna!

~ Thanh Duong

Process was Easy

Highly recommend NJ Affordable Divorce. My entire process went smoothly and efficiently. Did the divorce by phone option. My caseworker was on top of things for the entire process. I never felt on my own. My divorce went through fairly quick even though we had children involved and property.
The judge finalized everything over the phone. Definitely recommend this company if you want a fast easy divorce.

~ Erin Mcbride

Absolutely Amazing

Miss. Garcia is absolutely amazing, she walked me through the whole process from beginning to end, asked any questions I had, took me about 4 months to be finally divorced ,miss. Garcia is totally recommend, thank you again for making the whole experience possible and easy!!
From Rachida !!

~ Abdenour Diaz

Very Thorough and Professional

The service provided by NJ Affordable Divorce is amazing. Very thorough and professional. Everyone Ive delt with had compassion and showed real dedication in guiding and assisting me throughout my entire process. Very grateful for them in helping me achieve my divorce. Highly recommend.

~ Ashley Bluestein

Excellent, Quick and Easy

Excellent Customer Care. Fully prepared legal documents and a very simple guided process. Very happy I chose to go with this company, signed up right over the phone, super convenient. My divorce went through quick and easy. Great service. A++

~ Greg Burshteyn

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