When you’re facing divorce in Fort Lee, NJ, the right legal support should help you understand your options, protect what matters most, and move forward with a clearer plan.
At Cowen & Jacobs, we’ve guided families through divorce for more than 35 years. Our Hackensack office is minutes from Fort Lee and the courthouse where most local divorce cases are heard.
Whether your case involves custody, support, property division, or complex financial issues, our attorneys provide honest guidance from the first conversation.
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Going through divorce is easier when you know what comes next. New Jersey courts aim to resolve most divorces within 12 months, though uncontested cases may move faster and contested cases involving custody, business interests, or complex assets often take longer.
Every divorce involves different decisions, but most cases come down to the same core issues: children, support, property, safety, and the future each spouse is trying to protect.
Your child’s routine, school schedule, and time with each parent all need careful attention during divorce. We help you prepare for parenting time discussions and pursue an arrangement that protects your relationship with your children.
Child support decisions often depend on income, parenting time, healthcare costs, and childcare expenses. We help you understand how those factors may affect the final order and what can happen if circumstances change later.
Financial stability after divorce can depend on how support is handled. We help you evaluate income, earning capacity, marriage length, household contributions, and future needs before negotiations or court decisions.
A fair settlement starts with knowing what property, accounts, and financial interests must be addressed. We help review real estate, retirement accounts, business interests, investments, deferred compensation, and other marital assets.
An existing agreement may affect property division, support, and other financial terms. We review whether it was properly executed, whether full disclosure was provided, and how it may shape the divorce process.
Safety concerns and domestic violence can change how divorce, custody, and housing issues move forward. We help clients seek emergency restraining orders, prepare for final hearings, and address urgent protections tied to the case.
Divorce cases near Fort Lee usually move through the Bergen County Family Part in Hackensack. Cowen & Jacobs is based at Court Plaza South on Main Street, minutes from the courthouse where many area divorce, custody, support, and domestic violence matters are handled.
Most divorce cases for Fort Lee residents are handled through the Superior Court Family Division in Bergen County. Our office is close to the courthouse, which helps us guide clients through local court procedures with confidence.
Yes. Mediation can still help narrow disputes over custody, support, property, or settlement terms. It does not require full agreement at the start, but both spouses must be willing to participate in good faith.
Bring any court papers, financial records, prenuptial agreements, custody concerns, and questions about your next steps. Even partial information can help us understand your situation and explain your options.
Parenting plans can account for commute times, school pickups, work schedules, holidays, and transportation between homes. The goal is to create a realistic schedule that supports the child’s stability.
Some orders can be modified if circumstances change, including child support, custody, parenting time, or alimony. The right approach depends on what changed and what your final judgment requires.
Are you ready to get started on your case with a consultation? With over 35 years of experience, our attorneys are ready to fight for you. Reach out to us today to see what Cowen & Jacobs can do for you.
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We serve families in Fort Lee, Hackensack, Teaneck, Englewood, Paramus, Maywood, Allendale, Demarest, Ridgewood, and communities throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, and Essex Counties.
Barbara has been practicing family law in New Jersey since 1981. She holds a J.D. cum laude from Pace University School of Law, a B.A. summa cum laude from the University of Cincinnati, and completed a clerkship with the New Jersey Superior Court. The clients who know her best point to the same quality: she combines deep legal knowledge with genuine care for the outcome of every case.
Sara is a New Jersey employment and personal injury attorney and a seasoned Superior Court arbitrator with 14 years of experience in that role. She holds an LL.M. from NYU School of Law and brings extensive ADR expertise to every matter she handles. Sara also serves as an adjunct professor and is active in bar and women’s law associations across the state. Her background in arbitration and negotiation shapes the way she approaches every case.
You don’t have to go through divorce alone. From your first consultation to the resolution of your case, we’re with you every step of the way, protecting your finances, advocating for your children, and helping you move toward the future with confidence.
Contact Cowen & Jacobs today to schedule your free, confidential consultation.
We are here for you and ready to help you resolve your legal issue. For a consultation discussing your case, call Cowen & Jacobs today.
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