New Jersey Family Law

Property Division: The Fate of Your Marital Property Post-Divorce When it comes to family law in New Jersey, a common question we hear is, “Is New Jersey a 50/50 divorce state?” Individuals wonder how their assets and property will be split in NJ during a divorce. To answer this question, let’s explore how New Jersey […]

When planning to get divorced, where you get divorced can matter. Each state has unique laws regarding matters of marital asset division, spousal support, child custody, and more. Each state has different precedents for how it handles certain cases. If you want to file your divorce in New Jersey, you will first need to meet […]

How long should you be separated before divorcing in New Jersey? When does a separation become too long? If you are in a long separation, these are important questions to ask. There are sometimes good reasons to remain separated without divorce for some time, but unfortunately, 87% of separations still end in divorce. In most […]

Couples in New Jersey have several options when seeking a divorce. They can file right away, citing reasons like addiction, desertion, or adultery. Or, they can separate and live apart for 18 months before filing for divorce based on separation. In the first case, the client and their New Jersey family law attorney work together […]

When a marriage stops working, often the best way to find relief is to live separately. While separation is not necessary to file a divorce in New Jersey, it is a common practice because it can reduce strife and help both spouses prepare to live independently after a divorce. Separation also leaves the door open […]

How to avoid alimony in New Jersey? In New Jersey, the term used to refer to financial support paid by one spouse to another after divorce is “alimony.” While some states use the term “spousal support” or “maintenance” interchangeably with alimony, New Jersey primarily uses the term “alimony” to describe this financial obligation—so, in New […]

In New Jersey, before proceeding with a divorce, it is common to first go through a separation. However, unlike some other states, New Jersey does not have a formal legal separation process. This means that couples in New Jersey may choose to physically separate and live apart, but there are no specific legal requirements or […]

You’re bound to have questions during the divorce process, which is why having an attorney on your site can be helpful. One of the questions we are regularly asked is-what happens to the family home if it’s only registered in one name? We’ll cover the basics here, but keep in mind that circumstances vary. Divorce […]

Divorce from Bed and Board: An Option in New Jersey Divorce If you’re in New Jersey and contemplating separation but are not yet ready for a full-blown divorce, you may find “divorce from bed and board” to be a valuable legal remedy. At Petrelli Previtera, we work closely with a diverse range of clients, providing […]

A judge can deny a divorce and force marriage counseling in certain circumstances. In most states, a divorce can be granted by a court if the marriage is irretrievably broken. However, some states allow judges to deny a divorce and require couples to attend marriage counseling instead. In order for a judge to deny a […]