{"id":2963,"date":"2025-01-09T17:28:46","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T22:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedurstfirm.com\/?p=2963"},"modified":"2025-01-10T09:03:45","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T14:03:45","slug":"new-mercer-county-divorce-filings-continue-to-be-transferred-to-other-counties","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedurstfirm.com\/?p=2963","title":{"rendered":"New Mercer County divorce filings continue to be transferred to other counties"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Due to the ongoing shortage of judges and the enormous case load of divorce cases in Mercer County, attorneys were informed today that all new divorce filings will continue to be transferred to either Burlington, Middlesex or Atlantic county. The next review of this procedure is set for May 1, 2025. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Obviously, this can greatly impact your case. We have the experience and know-how to help mitigate this inconvenience. If you have questions about this development, The Durst Firm has the answers you need. Reach out before filing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Due to the ongoing shortage of judges and the enormous case load of divorce cases in Mercer County, attorneys were informed today that all new divorce filings will continue to be transferred to either Burlington, Middlesex or Atlantic county. 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