Divorce Lawyer
Sometimes, ending your marriage is the best way to move forward with your life, but this area of family law can be difficult to navigate on your own.
An attorney can guide you through the divorce process, ensuring the best possible outcome for yourself and your children.
Let our divorce lawyer at Law Offices of Adam C Brown Esq. PC, serving all of Middlesex County, NJ, help you shape your future.
Filing for Divorce
In the state of New Jersey, either partner in a marriage, civil union, or domestic partnership can file for divorce as long as at least one party resides in the state. You can file for a fault-based or no-fault divorce, but when filing, you must be able to state a reason, or grounds, for the divorce.
Fault Divorce
In a fault divorce claim, one party alleges that the actions of the other necessitate the end of the marriage. These claims must be proven and often lengthen the divorce process.
- Adultery
- Domestic violence
- Drug/alcohol addiction
- Deviant sexual behavior
- Mental illness (confinement for 24+ months)
- Desertion from the marital residence for 12+ months
- Conviction of a crime (imprisonment for 18+ months)
No-Fault Divorce
In New Jersey, irreconcilable differences are a good enough reason for divorce. To file for divorce on the grounds of irreconcilable differences, you must meet several requirements:
- You or your spouse must have lived in New Jersey for 12 consecutive months.
- You or your spouse must have experienced irreconcilable differences for six months.
- The irreconcilable differences are a reason your partnership should be dissolved.
- There is no way to reconcile.
Uncontested vs. Contested Divorce
In an uncontested divorce, the issues requiring resolution are agreed upon by both parties and mediation might offer a viable solution. There is no need to present conflicting points of view and supporting evidence to the court; you simply have to submit an agreement to the terms.
However, things are rarely this straightforward when children and assets are involved. A contested divorce occurs when you and your former spouse are unable to agree on an issue like custody, child support, parenting time, or equitable distribution. A divorce lawyer can help you settle as many issues as possible rather than having a judge decide for you, resulting in an outcome that no one is happy with.
Even if you think you and your former spouse agree on all issues relating to your divorce, it's a good idea to consult a divorce lawyer. Our attorney can review your family law case, identify potential difficulties, and determine a path forward that results in the best possible outcome.
Put a Family Law Attorney on Your Side:
Reach Out Today
A family law attorney can make all the difference in your divorce, helping you protect your marital assets, safeguard your future and quality of life, and secure fair child support and alimony. Attorney Adam C. Brown, serving Middlesex County and beyond, helps with many areas of family law.
To get started on the divorce process or to receive counsel on a difficulty that has arisen, reach out to our divorce attorney today. You can contact our office New Brunswick, NJ, for a consultation.
(973) 281-2388
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Ayana Wildgoose
2023
From the very beginning Adam was the perfect choice to handle my divorce. I had no idea what to expect during this difficult time but Adam truly took my needs into consideration. Whenever we went to court, he would receive compliments from the judge about how organized and succinct he was. Also, he made sure to explain important details to me along the way. Having Adam represent me took so much weight off my shoulders and I would recommend him 1,000x over.
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2023
One can not ask for a better representation than Adam Brown. My family and I will forever be grateful to you for representing us in our legal matter. Even though we reached out to you at the eleventh hour, your compassion for humanity kicks in and you find ways to work with us by providing us with a legal representation. You did not only represent us in the matter but you also fought for us tirelessly and save us from a legal debacle that could have been detrimental. We want to say a very BIG THANK YOU!
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Meet Adam Brown
Your Divorce Attorney in Middlesex County
Adam C. Brown has been practicing family law since 2018, but don't confuse his youth with a lack of knowledge or dedication to his clients. Adam Brown sets himself apart from other attorneys in Middlesex County by being a person you can rely on in your time of need. He wants you to view him as a trusted friend and resource who is here to answer your questions, alleviate your concerns, and guide you toward a favorable outcome in your divorce.
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How Adam Brown Can Help in Every Aspect of Your Divorce
Divorce can become contentious, especially when children, assets, your quality of life, or your safety are on the line. Our Middlesex County lawyer provides well-rounded services from our office in New Brunswick and can help with your divorce and related concerns.
Asset Division
New Jersey is an equitable distribution state but makes no guarantee for a 50/50 split of assets like property, household possessions, and money. Instead, the courts will determine a fair distribution of your assets by considering your individual contributions, the length of your marriage, tax implications, children, and more. An attorney well-versed in family law can help you retain as many marital assets as possible.
Alimony
Alimony is a sum of money paid to the lesser-earning spouse after the dissolution of a marriage to maintain their quality of life. The length of the marriage, earning capacity of both parties, and other factors are taken into consideration when determining alimony. Our lawyer can help you secure fair alimony or make modifications to your payments when hardships arise.
Child Custody
If you and your ex have children, our Middlesex County attorney can help determine a child custody agreement that serves your children's best interests. Ideally, you and your ex will be able to work things out so joint custody can allow for a co-parenting situation. If things are complicated, our lawyer can help you file for sole custody to ensure your children grow up in a healthy environment.
Child Support
Both parents are financially responsible for their children, even in cases of divorce. If you are the custodial parent (the parent the children primarily live with), child support will likely be awarded to you to help pay for your child's education, medical care, food, shelter, and other necessities. Our lawyer can help you obtain fair child support or make modifications to your payments.
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2023
Awesome Lawyer. He represented us for a family case. Prior to Mr. Brown, we had many failed attempts and years of back and forth hearings. Once we hired Mr. Brown we were able to resolve the case in our favor within 4 months time. I’m so glad we hired him and will be keeping him on retainer and referring him to others. If you want someone who will go to bat for you and stand for you, Mr. Brown is the right choice.
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Serenity Warren
2023
I recently had the opportunity to work with Mr. Brown. Court systems and processes can be difficult to navigate, but Mr. Brown was able to make the process smooth and effortless. From start to finish, my experience was marked by knowledge, empathy and understanding, and remarkable efficiency. Without a doubt, an exceptional attorney.
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