New Jersey Divorce Forms — What You Need and Where to Get Them (2026)

All official New Jersey divorce forms are available free at njcourts.gov — click "Forms" and search for Family Division / Divorce forms.

Note: Some counties have local supplemental forms or procedures. Check with your county's Family Part Clerk for any additional requirements.

The Case Information Statement (Form FA-A) — The Most Important Form

The Case Information Statement (CIS, Form FA-A) is arguably the most important document in a New Jersey divorce. It is a multi-page financial disclosure form required in virtually every contested case and strongly recommended (or required by local rule) even in uncontested cases involving any financial claims.

What the CIS covers:

• Part A: Personal information, employment, health insurance
• Part B: Monthly income from all sources
• Part C: Monthly expenses (itemized in detail)
• Part D: Summary of assets — real estate, bank accounts, investments, retirement accounts, vehicles, business interests, other assets
• Part E: Summary of liabilities — mortgage, auto loans, credit cards, student loans, other debt

Why it matters:

• Judges and opposing attorneys rely on the CIS for all financial determinations — alimony, equitable distribution, child support
• An incomplete or inaccurate CIS creates credibility problems and can result in sanctions
• Both spouses are typically required to file their own CIS
• Must be updated if circumstances change significantly during the case

Allow several hours to complete the CIS accurately. Rushing this form creates problems throughout the case.

Core Filing Forms

Complaint for Divorce (Form A)

The document that initiates the divorce. Contains:

• Plaintiff's and defendant's names and addresses
• County of filing
• Date and place of marriage
• Names and dates of birth of children
• The ground for divorce (specify: irreconcilable differences, 18-month separation, etc.)
• Relief requested: divorce, equitable distribution, alimony, custody, child support, name restoration
• Verification (you sign under oath that the contents are true)

Summons

Issued by the court after you file the Complaint. Served to the Defendant together with the Complaint. The Defendant's 35-day response period runs from the date of service.

Confidential Litigant Information Sheet

Provides your personal contact information (address, phone, email) to the court. Kept confidential and not disclosed to the opposing party.

Certification of Insurance Coverage

Lists all insurance policies in effect at the time of filing: health insurance (for each family member), life insurance, automobile insurance, homeowner's or renter's insurance. Required at filing.

Service Forms

Proof of Service

After serving the Complaint and Summons, the process server or sheriff completes and files an Affidavit of Service confirming delivery, date, time, and manner of service.

Acknowledgment of Service

If your spouse is cooperative, they sign this form confirming they received the divorce papers voluntarily. Filed with the court in place of formal service. This is the fastest and lowest-cost service method.

Defendant's Forms

Answer and Appearance

Your spouse's formal response to the Complaint. In an uncontested case, the Defendant may file a simple Appearance indicating they are participating. If they contest any issue, they file a full Answer.

Defendant's Case Information Statement

Your spouse is also required to complete and file their own CIS. Both CIS forms must be filed with the court.

The Property Settlement Agreement (PSA)

Not a court form — this is a written contract negotiated between the parties (or drafted by attorneys) that resolves all financial issues in the divorce. It is attached to and incorporated into the Final Judgment of Divorce.

A complete PSA covers:

• Division of all real estate (or sale and proceeds split)
• Division of all retirement accounts (with QDRO instructions for employer plans)
• Division of bank, investment, and financial accounts
• Assignment of vehicles
• Division or assignment of all marital debt
• Alimony (type, amount, duration, modification terms, and termination events) or mutual waiver
• If children: legal custody, physical custody, parenting time schedule, child support, health insurance, uncovered medical expense sharing

NJ Courts has a Self-Help Center at njcourts.gov/selfhelp with guided instructions for preparing a PSA and Final Judgment.

Final Judgment of Divorce

The court order signed by the judge that ends the marriage. In an uncontested divorce, you prepare and submit a proposed Final Judgment of Divorce that incorporates or references the PSA. The judge reviews and signs it at the final hearing.

Post-Divorce Forms

QDRO — Qualified Domestic Relations Order

Required to divide employer-sponsored retirement plans (401k, 403b, defined benefit pensions). A separate court order — not a standard NJ form — prepared by an attorney or QDRO specialist. Submitted to the plan administrator after the divorce.

Deed Transfer

To transfer real estate title, a new deed must be prepared (Warranty Deed or Quitclaim Deed), signed, notarized, and recorded with the county Clerk's office (not the Superior Court). This is a real estate transaction separate from the divorce.

Where to Get Forms

Last reviewed: March 2026 | NJ divorce forms are updated periodically. Always download the most current version from njcourts.gov.

Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.