Divorce & Separation Attorneys in New York & New Jersey

The timeline for a divorce depends on whether the case is contested or uncontested. In New York, an uncontested divorce can be finalized in as little as three to six months, while a contested divorce may take over a year. In New Jersey, an uncontested divorce can be completed in as little as 90 days, whereas contested cases often extend for a year or more, depending on court schedules and disputes over assets and custody.

New York allows couples to enter into a formal Separation Agreement, which can later be converted into a divorce if necessary. New Jersey does not have a formal legal separation process, but spouses can create separate maintenance agreements to outline financial and custodial responsibilities while remaining legally married.

In both states, courts consider factors such as the length of the marriage, each spouse’s earning capacity, financial need, and standard of living during the marriage. New York follows statutory guidelines, while New Jersey courts evaluate multiple factors on a case-by-case basis.

Most cases settle out of court, but we are fully prepared to take your case to trial if it means securing the justice you New York and New Jersey both follow equitable distribution laws, meaning that marital property is divided based on fairness rather than an automatic 50/50 split. Courts will assess income, contributions to the marriage, future financial needs, and asset valuation when determining the division of assets.