Rockaway Township

The growing community of Rockaway Township is located in Morris County, which is situated in northern New Jersey. The population of this township is 24,156, according to the 2010 United States Census. Much of the township is part of the U.S. Army base, Picatinny Arsenal. Rockaway Township is a rather large area in size with over 45 square miles, which includes lakes, rivers and mountains. It is also home to the Farny State Park and Mount Hope Historical Park.

I-80 runs through the southern portion of Rockaway Township with Mount Olive towards the southwest. Sparta lies to the northwest with West Milford to the north and Montville to the east. Denville lies to the southeast along with Morristown and East Hanover. Approximately 13% of the residents are foreign born with many coming from Asia, Europe and South America. For those who are native to the country, they also have diverse lineages. Their first ancestors were Irish, German, Polish, Italian, English and Russian.

Rockaway Township has a long and rich history as evidenced by the two sites located in this area which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The first is a stone mansion, the Ford-Faesch Manor House, built in 1768 and an important place in the Revolutionary War. The second is an iron ore furnace from the Civil War era known as Split Rock Furnace.

In addition to the military research facility and manufacturing center, Rockaway Township is home to one of the largest shopping malls in the entire state. However, it is Picatinny Arsenal that provides numerous jobs for residents in this area. The military research and manufacturing facility has been around since 1880 and employees 5,000 people on its 6500 acres.

The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen provides legal counsel and representation in matters of family law for residents of Rockaway Township and the surrounding areas. Mr. Van Aulen has been a practicing attorney in New Jersey for more than 22 years. He has represented both men and women in child custody and handled cases involving child relocation and parent alienation. Divorce is a complicated subject for couples, often made more complex when children are involved. Mr. Van Aulen is an experienced attorney who assists his clients in navigating these situations until the case is resolved in the best manner for all parties involved. His care and concern is not only for the legal aspects of the case but for the emotional and physical well-being of his client and any children who are part of the case.

Mr. Van Aulen has also served as an adjunct professor for 13 years. He is trained as a mediator where he provides legal advice for cases to avoid litigation. Mr. Van Aulen has been certified as a matrimonial attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, which is a distinction given to only a few of the practicing attorneys in the state. To receive this recognition, Mr. Van Aulen had to take additional continuing education classes and pass an extensive exam. In addition, he was reviewed by his peers.

If you are involved in a divorce or child custody case, you want an attorney that is dedicated, knowledgeable and compassionate. Mr. Van Aulen meets all of these requirements. In addition, he provides passionate representation for his clients.

The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen is based in Saddle Brook, New Jersey. You can contact The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen about any of the following services:

• Child Custody and Visitation
• Child Support
• Divorce
• Mediation
• Paternity
• Annulment
• Alimony
• Domestic Violence
• Grandparent Visitation and Custody
• Child Relocation
• Modification of Support
• College Tuition Disputes
• Prenuptial Agreements

Don’t try to get through a divorce or custody battle on your own. Look to an experienced attorney who knows the law regarding family matters and is not afraid to fight for you in court. Contact Mr. Van Aulen today at 201-845-7400 for a free initial consultation.