Camden County Divorce
Contested and uncontested divorces
The divorce attorneys of Burnham Law Group stay abreast of changes in divorce trends to safeguard clients’ rights. We advise you of available alternative dispute resolution methods and can help you decide on a course of action.
A contested divorce is a situation where spouses do not agree on how to address divorce related issues:
- Child custody or parenting plan
- Child support and care
- Alimony
- Property, asset, or debt division
The Burnham Law Group’s attorneys handle dispute issues for you, and fulfill the requirements for filing divorce in Camden County.
Your case can benefit from our attorneys’ advisement even when you and your spouse agree on divorce issues. We document your agreement and ensure that it is reasonable under New Jersey law.
Reasons to file divorce in Camden County
Petitioning the court for a no-fault divorce does not require that you prove your spouse caused the marriage to breakdown.
There are a few situations when you can petition the courts for a no-fault divorce in New Jersey:
- You and your spouse have lived apart for 18 consecutive months
- You and your spouse have had 6 months of irreconcilable differences
- There appears to be no possibility of reconciliation
Petitioning the court for a fault-based divorce requires you to prove your spouse caused the marriage to breakdown. The Burnham Law Group develops fault-based cases for our clients who have experienced serious marital complications that prompt them to file for divorce:
- Spousal desertion
- Spouse’s extreme cruelty or abuse
- Spouse commits adultery or engages in deviant sexual behavior
- Spouse’s addiction to drugs or alcohol
- Spouse’s institutionalization for mental illness
- Spouse’s incarceration
You have to provide proof that your marriage is ending as a direct result of your spouse’s actions in fault-based proceedings.
The Burnham Law Group appreciates the distress our clients feel, even during amicable separations. Discuss your case with the Burnham Law Group today and let us show you the skills on which we built our esteemed reputation.