What is Marriage?
Marriage documents establish the legal union between partners. They are used for applications, registrations, and certifications. Explore state-specific templates to meet your needs.
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New Jersey Marriage
Marriage documents in New Jersey help couples formalize their unions. Fast and easy attorney-drafted templates make the process straightforward.
Common New Jersey Marriage documents
- Marriage License — a legal authorization to marry.
- Marriage Certificate — official proof that a marriage has occurred.
- Marriage Application — a form to apply for a marriage license.
- Marriage Registration Form — used to record the marriage with the state.
- Marriage Affidavit — a sworn statement regarding the marriage.
- Marriage Contract — outlines the terms and conditions of the marriage.
Marriage forms by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Popular forms
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New Jersey Prenuptial Premarital Agreement with Financial StatementsPrepare for marriage with a legally binding agreement that outlines financial rights and obligations, ensuring clarity and protection for both partners.
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Postnuptial Property AgreementProtect your individual property rights during marriage with this agreement, detailing asset ownership in case of separation or divorce.
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New Jersey Premarital Agreements PackageGet peace of mind with everything needed for a premarital agreement in one convenient package of related legal forms.
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New Jersey Postnuptial Agreements PackageEnsure the organized disposition of assets with all essential legal forms for postnuptial agreements in one package.
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New Jersey Prenuptial Premarital Agreement without Financial StatementsProtect your individual assets with this agreement, made before marriage, ensuring a clear separation of property rights.
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Name Change Notification Package for Brides, Court Ordered Name Change, Divorced, MarriageEssential for notifying various organizations after changing your name due to marriage, divorce, or court order.
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Revocation of Premarital or Prenuptial AgreementUse this agreement to cancel a premarital or prenuptial agreement, ensuring both parties agree to its revocation.
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Last Will and Testament for Married person with Adult Children from Prior MarriagePrepare a legally binding will to dictate your property distribution and appoint an executor, ensuring your wishes are honored after passing.
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Amendment to Prenuptial or Premarital AgreementModify the terms of an existing prenuptial agreement to reflect changing circumstances or new agreements between partners.
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Last Will and Testament for Married Person with Adult and Minor Children from Prior MarriagePlan your estate with clarity, ensuring your wishes are honored for your spouse and children from previous relationships.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Marriage License vs. Marriage Certificate — License permits marriage; certificate proves it occurred.
- Civil Marriage vs. Religious Marriage — Civil is state-recognized; religious is based on faith.
- Common-Law Marriage vs. Formal Marriage — Common-law doesn't require a license; formal does.
- Marriage Application vs. Marriage License Application — Application is for the license; license is the actual permit.
Key legal points
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Marriage documents vary by state but generally require signatures.
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Notarization may be necessary for some marriage documents.
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Many couples file a marriage certificate after the wedding.
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Most states recognize both civil and religious marriages.
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Marriage contracts can outline rights and responsibilities.
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- Complete it in the online editor.
- Export or send: download, email, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature.
FAQs
A marriage license is a legal document that allows a couple to marry.
After your marriage, request a certificate from the state where you married.
Typically, you need identification and possibly a fee for the application.
Some states have waiting periods; check New Jersey's specific rules.
No, a marriage license is generally required to legally marry.
Glossary
- Marriage License - A document allowing couples to marry legally.
- Marriage Certificate - Proof of the marriage after it has taken place.
- Marriage Application - Form used to apply for a marriage license.
- Marriage Contract - Document outlining the terms of the marriage.
- Affidavit - A written statement confirmed by oath.
- Civil Marriage - Marriage recognized by the state, not a religious authority.
- Religious Marriage - Marriage officiated according to religious customs.
- Common-Law Marriage - Marriage recognized without a license based on cohabitation.
- Marriage Registration - Official recording of a marriage with the state.
- Declaration of Marriage - A formal statement affirming a marriage.