What are the general differences in cost between contested and uncontested divorces?The cost for a divorce is based upon hourly rates and not set fees What is an annulment?There are two types of annulments, one is religious and the other is a legal proceeding to void the marriageDoes adultery affect a divorce case?Adultery has little to no affect in a divorce as it relates to the financial issuesCan the court make a decision on where a primary parent lives in a custody case?The Court will not force someone to live in a certain town but will consider the best interest of the children as to custody and parenting time decisions How long does an uncontested divorce generally take?If the matter is fully resolved with a signed agreement then you can get an uncontested divorce within a few months of filing What is the general process for filing for divorce?The filing of a complaint for divorce is the manner to start a divorce action Do parents have custody rights to their children when they are unmarried?Yes. Parents have rights to custody and parenting time regardless if they are married or not.What generally happens when either I or my estranged spouse refuses to sign divorce documents?The matter will proceed whereby the Court will need to decide the issues What generally happens at a default divorce hearing?A proposed notice of distribution must be submitted with financial information so the Court can take testimony and evidence to enter a default judgmentWhat is the difference between a fault-based divorce and a no-fault divorce?Fault grounds are not commonly used in NJ since it is a no-fault state What are the general guidelines of alimony?There are statutory factors that the Court must consider in determining alimony Does a divorce decree have a statute of limitations?A Divorce decree does not expire and there is no statute of limitation to file a divorce actionHow are assets divided in a divorce with no prenuptial agreement?NJ has Equitable Distribution statute which has various factors that must be considered in determining the division of assets and liabilities What do I need to start the divorce process?You need an experienced divorce and family law attorney who can guide you through the processWhat is a legal separation?There is no form of legal separation action in NJ