Morris County Divorce Attorneys

An Overview of Divorce Law in Morris County and Throughout New Jersey

Divorce is among the most emotionally-charged legal issues that an individual can face, because the final decisions have a profound effect on both spouses and their children—potentially for their lifetimes. The skilled and compassionate Morris County divorce attorneys at Heymann & Fletcher are dedicated to guiding clients through the issues of divorce law and helping them make sound decisions during a stressful period in their lives. The process begins by ensuring our clients are educated in the basic issues of divorce.

The Basic Options Available to Morris County Residents under NJ Divorce Laws

When couples first begin to consider divorce, they have three overall options:

• Separation.  A separation can provide the time and space needed to work out their issues—or it can be vital to couples in conflict until the divorce process is complete. It is important for couples to enter into agreement about residential issues, where children are to live, and temporary financial support of the children or a spouse. New Jersey divorce laws do not provide for legal separation for couples in Morris County, but they offer a similar option called divorce from bed and board. At Heymann & Fletcher, we can help couples negotiate a legal contract or a divorce from bed and board to help ensure their rights are protected when they live apart.
• Uncontested divorce.  When both spouses agree to divorce—and when they are able to put emotions aside sufficiently to permit them to negotiate the terms of their divorce—uncontested divorce is generally the best option, because it can avoid a contentious trial. With the right help, any form of negotiated divorce provides numerous advantages, including potentially reduced costs and time. Uncontested divorce also allows families greater control over settlement issues without judicial decisions. Divorce mediation is an excellent way to pursue uncontested divorce. The process enlists an experienced objective third party (the mediator), who works with both parties to develop a legally binding agreement.  At Heymann & Fletcher, we have divorce lawyers certified by the court system as divorce mediators.
• Contested divorce.  This form of divorce typically involves a time-consuming, expensive, and stressful process because it requires a courtroom trial to settle the issues of divorce. Our attorneys recommend a less contentious process whenever possible, but some situations require contested divorce—such as when there is a strong imbalance of power in the marriage, or any time when the spouses are unable to agree. Our divorce attorneys in Morris County have the skills and experience needed to advocate on behalf of our clients in court when this approach is required to protect their rights.

Contact our Experienced Morris County Divorce Attorneys Today

If you are in need of divorce mediation or a divorce lawyer in Morristown NJ , Morris County or Northern NJ, contact Heymann & Fletcher today for more information and to set up a free consultation with one of our attorneys.