How do I dissolve a civil union?

In order to dissolve a civil union in New Jersey, the couple must file a court application, called an action for dissolution of the civil union. This application must be filed in the Family Part of the Superior Court in the county in which one or both of the partners to the civil union have resided for at least one year prior to the filing of the action. After the filing of the action, the court will hold a hearing to allow both parties to present evidence and information related to the dissolution. The court will then determine whether to grant or deny the dissolution of the civil union based on the evidence and information presented. If the court grants the dissolution, it will issue an order called a Final Judgment of Dissolution of the Civil Union, which will legally dissolve the civil union and outline the responsibilities of both parties. The court may also grant the dissolution of the civil union and issue a Final Judgment of Dissolution of the Civil Union even if not all of the issues between the parties have been resolved. If the court denies the dissolution of the civil union, the couple may continue living together as civil union partners and attempt to resolve any ongoing issues, such as issues related to custody, support, and division of assets. It is important to note that in addition to filing an action in the Family Part, the couple may also consider filing for an annulment or dissolution if there is a possibility that the civil union was not legally valid due to certain factors. It is recommended that both parties seek the advice of a lawyer to further explore their legal options before proceeding.

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