Divorce Lawyers in South Jersey

Compassionate Counsel to Clients in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Mercer, Atlantic, Cumberland, Salem, and Cape May Counties

The decision to end a marriage is a profoundly personal and life-changing event. It marks a period of significant transition, often accompanied by uncertainty about the future. Navigating the path forward requires not only emotional strength but also a clear understanding of the legal process that lies ahead.

For individuals contemplating divorce, the attorneys at Rigden Lieberman Mignogna, P.A.—Alexandra Rigden, Ron Lieberman, Melissa Mignogna, Jessica Beardsley, and Amy Goldstein—provide knowledgeable advocacy and supportive legal counsel. Grounded in a deep understanding of divorce's impact on a family, we guide our clients through each step of the legal process with care and attention.

Our commitment is to empower you with a comprehensive understanding of your rights and options. This clarity becomes the foundation for making sound, informed decisions that protect your interests and shape your future. We firmly believe that this level of guidance makes it possible to find stability and move forward confidently.

To discuss your situation with a divorce lawyer in South Jersey, please call our firm at (609) 772-4218.

Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey

Specific legal requirements must be met before a New Jersey court can hear a divorce case. The first is residency—at least one spouse must have lived in the State for a full year before filing, with the main exception being cases based on adultery. The second is stating the legal reason, or "grounds," for the divorce, which are divided into two distinct categories.

No-Fault Divorce

Most divorces in New Jersey are filed on no-fault grounds, allowing a marriage to be dissolved without assigning blame. 

This approach often reduces conflict and includes the following options:

• Irreconcilable differences. This is the most frequently used ground, which requires stating that fundamental disagreements have caused the breakdown of the marriage for at least six months and that there is no reasonable chance of reconciliation.
• Separation. A no-fault divorce can also be granted if you and your spouse have lived in separate residences for a continuous period of at least 18 months.