The greatest differences between a divorce and an annulment are the rights of divorcing parties versus those who are separating through an annulment. Divorces include considerations for spouses including: Child support Alimony Equitable distribution of assets More Annulments handle these considerations differently. In an annulment, equitable distribution of assets isn’t a consideration. Instead, all property goes to the titled owner, and any jointly titled property is divided in half. The courts still make decisions, however, about alimony, child support, and custody. In addition to legal differences, divorces and annulments may carry different social implications. While those who have had marriages annulled will likely still tell future partners about their previous relationships, annulments can go further to show that the dissolution of your marriage happened under unusual external circumstances and that the marriage was never valid. Many of our clients also seek legal annulments for other personal or religious reasons. Note that an annulment differs from a divorce in terms of the process involved. While no-fault divorces are common in New Jersey, annulments come with an additional burden of proof. You must show in court that at least one of seven reasons for annulment applies to your marriage. If you’re considering an annulment but have concerns about your legal rights in the separation process, contact us for a strategic planning session. Our NJ annulment lawyers can answer your questions and help you form the right strategy for your unique needs moving forward.