New Jersey Divorce Courts – Where to file?

Divorce can be a stressful process with a number of legal technicalities. Knowing what paperwork to complete and where to properly file it can expedite the process. In order to file for divorce in the state of New Jersey, you must fill out the appropriate divorce paperwork and file them with your county clerk’s office.

There are 21 counties in the state of New Jersey, and where you and your spouse reside will determine where you must file your paperwork. Be prepared to show Proof of Residency when you file (driver’s license with address, utility bills, lease agreement or mortgage documents, etc.). While you and your spouse do not both need to live in the same county, the person who files as the Plaintiff must file in their NJ county of current residence.

Each county has their own way of accepting documentation. Usually, the paperwork will be processed in the court’s Family Division, but in some smaller county courthouses, they will accept it at an administration desk.

Listed below are the locations and contact information for each NJ county, with specific links to the correct Family Division or location to file your initial Divorce paperwork. Remember, divorce lawyers are well versed in the proceedings for each county. Contacting an experienced lawyer to assist you in filing your paperwork and protecting your assets is a smart move.

Having the right legal team on your side can make the divorce process that much easier. Contact the knowledgeable divorce lawyers at Castronovo & McKinney for more information.