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Elmwood Park is a small borough located in the western portion of Bergen County, New Jersey. Bergen County is situated on the eastern side of the state near New York City. Elmwood Park has a population of 19,403, according to the 2010 United States Census and is part of the Bergen – Passaic metropolitan area. The location of which Elmwood Park is part of was once known as Dundee Lake until 1916. Today, it is located close to Saddle Brook, Garfield, Paterson and Rochelle Park. Larger cities that are nearby include Newark, which is 12 miles away. New York City is only 17.5 miles from Elmwood Park. The borough is more spread out than some of the other towns in the vicinity since it encompasses over 2.7 square miles. Residents in the area come from diverse backgrounds with ancestry from Italy, Poland, Ireland, Germany and Russia. Those living here who were foreign-born come from Europe, Asia and Latin America. Just over 54% of adults in Elmwood Park are married while another 8% are divorced.
Elmwood Park is a growing borough with a 2.5% increase in population from the 2000 Census. This was also a 7.4% increase from the previous census taken in 1990. As with most blossoming communities, an increase in domestic issues creates a need for an experienced attorney that is experienced in family law. Peter Van Aulen is that man. With his main office located in nearby Saddle Brook, he is able to serve the needs of surrounding communities such as Elmwood Park. The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen provide representation in many family matters, including divorce, annulment, even paternity issues and grandparent custody. Mr. Van Aulen has handled hundreds of cases and represented clients on both sides of the issue. As a trained mediator, he also is a successful negotiator to avoid the timeliness and expense of a trial.
Mr. Van Aulen has the distinction of being certified by the Supreme Court as a Matrimonial Attorney, a designation given to only a handful of the many practicing attorneys in New Jersey. The Supreme Court of New Jersey awards this certification in recognition of the extensive education, experience and skill set required in family law practice. In addition to his background of twenty-two years as a New Jersey attorney, Mr. Van Aulen was also an adjunct professor for thirteen years. His expertise and history make him a dedicated, passionate attorney who stands up for his clients in many difficult situations.
Going through a divorce or custody battle is a difficult situation to be in. You need to work with someone who is dedicated to fighting on your behalf and won’t give in when the fight gets tough. Mr. Van Aulen’s office is in Saddle Brook. The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen represent clients on many matters, including:
If you are going through a divorce or need to fight for child custody, speak with Mr. Van Aulen about your situation. He will stand with you and fight to ensure that you get the results you need. Call him today at 201-845-7400.