Family Law
Irreconcilable Differences
To the relief of many, New Jersey divorce law now includes a new cause of action called "irreconcilable differences." A Complaint for Divorce will set out irreconcilable differences that have caused the breakdown of the marriage for a minimum of six months.
The impact is that individuals are now permitted to file for divorce without having to allege fault against their spouse or wait the 18-months time for a "no fault" separation. This law will remove some of the animosity associated with the divorce and help have the cause of action not interfere with other aspects of divorce such as custody, parenting time, alimony, child support and division of marital assets.
The law does not replace other grounds for divorce. But it is certainly a step in the right direction to end the unnecessary allegations made by one or both parties when filing for divorce.
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