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New Jersey's no-fault ground needs the marriage to have been broken for 6 months before filing — then there is no waiting period at all.

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Uncontested Divorce Sample See the full text of the agreement both spouses sign together.

Complaint for Divorce — Uncontested

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, FAMILY PART, [1. County] COUNTY Docket No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Complaint for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been a bona fide resident of the State of New Jersey for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Complaint, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-10. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Divorce

The parties have experienced irreconcilable differences that have caused the breakdown of the marriage, and the parties have lived separate and apart for a period of at least six months, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2. The marriage should be dissolved.

Property and Debt Division

The parties have reached a full and complete agreement regarding the equitable distribution of all marital property, assets, and debts. The terms of this division are as follows: [8. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Alimony

The parties have agreed that alimony shall be as follows: [9. Alimony Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Judgment of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) approve the parties' agreement regarding equitable distribution of property, debts, and alimony; (c) restore Plaintiff's former name of [10. Former Name], if requested; and (d) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [11. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [12. Execution Date] day of [13. Execution Month, Year], at [14. City and State of Execution].
Contested Divorce Sample See how disputed terms are laid out before you fill anything in.

Complaint for Divorce — Contested

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, FAMILY PART, [1. County] COUNTY Docket No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Complaint for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been a bona fide resident of the State of New Jersey for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Complaint, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-10. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Divorce

The parties have experienced irreconcilable differences that have caused the breakdown of the marriage, and the parties have lived separate and apart for a period of at least six months, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2. The marriage should be dissolved.

Property and Debt Division

The parties are unable to agree on the equitable distribution of their marital property, assets, and debts. Plaintiff requests that this Court equitably distribute the parties' marital property and debts. The relevant marital assets and liabilities include: [8. Property and Debt Description]

Alimony

The parties are unable to agree on alimony. Plaintiff requests that the Court award alimony in an amount and for a duration that is just and equitable, considering the factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. Relevant facts include: [9. Alimony Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Judgment of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) equitably distribute the parties' marital property and debts; (c) award alimony as the Court deems just and equitable; (d) restore Plaintiff's former name of [10. Former Name], if requested; and (e) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [11. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [12. Execution Date] day of [13. Execution Month, Year], at [14. City and State of Execution].
Uncontested Divorce with Children Sample See the agreement plus the parenting plan section in full.

Complaint for Divorce — Uncontested with Children

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, FAMILY PART, [1. County] COUNTY Docket No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Complaint for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been a bona fide resident of the State of New Jersey for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Complaint, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-10. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are [8. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [9. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Divorce

The parties have experienced irreconcilable differences that have caused the breakdown of the marriage, and the parties have lived separate and apart for a period of at least six months, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Parenting Plan

The parties have reached a full agreement regarding legal custody and physical custody of the minor child(ren), in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. The agreed parenting plan is as follows: [10. Parenting Plan Terms]

Child Support

The parties have reached an agreement on child support consistent with the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines. The agreed monthly child support amount is [11. Child Support Amount], payable by [12. Paying Parent] to [13. Receiving Parent]. Additional terms: [14. Child Support Additional Terms]

Medical and Childcare Expenses

Unreimbursed medical, dental, vision, and childcare expenses for the minor child(ren) shall be shared as follows: [15. Medical and Childcare Terms]

Property and Debt Division

The parties have reached a full and complete agreement regarding the equitable distribution of all marital property, assets, and debts. The terms of this division are as follows: [16. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Alimony

The parties have agreed that alimony shall be as follows: [17. Alimony Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Judgment of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) approve the parties' parenting plan regarding custody of the minor child(ren); (c) order child support in accordance with the parties' agreement and the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines; (d) approve the parties' equitable distribution of property and debts; (e) restore Plaintiff's former name of [18. Former Name], if requested; and (f) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [19. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [20. Execution Date] day of [21. Execution Month, Year], at [22. City and State of Execution].
Contested Divorce with Children Sample See how custody and parenting terms appear in the full document.

Complaint for Divorce — Contested with Children

IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, FAMILY PART, [1. County] COUNTY Docket No. [2. Case Number] [3. Plaintiff Full Name], Plaintiff, vs. [4. Defendant Full Name], Defendant. Comes now the Plaintiff, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], and files this Complaint for Divorce against the Defendant, [4. Defendant Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Plaintiff has been a bona fide resident of the State of New Jersey for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of this Complaint, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-10. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are [8. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [9. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Divorce

The parties have experienced irreconcilable differences that have caused the breakdown of the marriage, and the parties have lived separate and apart for a period of at least six months, in accordance with N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Parenting Plan

The parties are unable to agree on legal custody or physical custody of the minor child(ren). Plaintiff requests that the Court award custody and establish a parenting plan in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. Relevant facts include: [10. Custody Dispute Facts]

Child Support

The parties are unable to agree on child support. Plaintiff requests that the Court order child support in accordance with the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines. Relevant facts include: [11. Child Support Facts]

Medical, Dental, and Childcare Expenses

Unreimbursed medical, dental, vision, and childcare expenses for the minor child(ren) shall be allocated as follows, or as the Court determines equitable: [12. Medical and Childcare Terms]

Property and Debt Division

The parties are unable to agree on the equitable distribution of their marital property, assets, and debts. Plaintiff requests that the Court equitably distribute the parties' marital property and debts. The relevant marital assets and liabilities include: [13. Property and Debt Description]

Alimony

The parties are unable to agree on alimony. Plaintiff requests that the Court award alimony as the Court deems just and equitable under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. Relevant facts include: [14. Alimony Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Judgment of Divorce dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) determine legal custody and physical custody and establish a parenting plan in the best interests of the minor child(ren); (c) order child support in accordance with the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines; (d) equitably distribute the parties' marital property and debts; (e) award alimony as the Court deems just and equitable; (f) restore Plaintiff's former name of [15. Former Name], if requested; and (g) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [16. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Plaintiff Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [17. Execution Date] day of [18. Execution Month, Year], at [19. City and State of Execution].
At a Glance

New Jersey divorce at a glance

Residency requirement 12 months (bona fide resident)
Waiting period None
Filing fee $300 no children / $325 with children
Grounds accepted Irreconcilable differences (6 months, no-fault)
Official forms Complaint for Divorce, Case Information Statement (CIS)

Confirm with your county before filing — fees and rules can vary.

Overview

Divorce in New Jersey: the 6-month breakdown rule

New Jersey hinges its no-fault path on time: under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2(i), irreconcilable differences must have caused the marriage to break down for at least six months with no reasonable prospect of reconciliation before you can file. That is the qualification step — after filing there is no waiting period, and an uncontested case can move quickly. The rule is why roughly 90% of Garden State divorces run on this single ground.

Filing requires 12 consecutive months as a bona fide New Jersey resident, with the sole exception being adultery, which needs only current residency. The Complaint for Divorce goes through the Superior Court, Family Part, filed via the JEDS e-filing system, and every case includes a Case Information Statement (CIS) — the financial disclosure form under Court Rule 5:5-2 that both sides must complete.

Property is divided equitably, and a Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA) locks in the terms for uncontested couples. Child support follows the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines, and alimony is called alimony. The filing fee is $300 without children and $325 with children, which includes a $25-per-parent Parents’ Education Program fee.