Peter Van Aulen Law

The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen represents expert family law representation from an attorney with over 25 years of dedicated practice in New Jersey divorce and family law matters. Led by Peter F. Van Aulen, whose Supreme Court of New Jersey certification as a matrimonial attorney places him in a select group of New Jersey lawyers holding this distinguished credential, the firm serves families throughout Northern New Jersey, including residents of Clifton, Passaic County, and surrounding communities.

Peter F. Van Aulen's most significant professional credential—Supreme Court of New Jersey certification as a matrimonial attorney—reflects exceptional achievement in family law practice. This certification is reserved for attorneys demonstrating outstanding expertise, legal knowledge, and professional conduct in matrimonial matters. The limited number of New Jersey attorneys holding this certification speaks to the distinction it represents. Only attorneys meeting rigorous standards of experience, continuing legal education, and demonstrated competence receive this recognition. Clients working with a certified matrimonial attorney benefit from this official recognition of their attorney's expertise and commitment to family law specialization.

With over 25 years of family law practice, Peter Van Aulen brings extensive experience to every client engagement. Over a quarter-century of practice means accumulated knowledge of virtually every family law scenario, proven strategies for diverse case types, and judgment refined through handling hundreds of cases. This lengthy practice history enables him to anticipate issues, develop effective strategies, and guide clients realistically regarding probable outcomes.

The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen's practice encompasses the full spectrum of New Jersey family law matters. Divorce cases—whether amicable or contested—receive skilled representation from attorneys understanding both the legal complexities and the emotional challenges inherent in relationship dissolution. Child custody matters receive particular attention, with attorneys skilled in developing custody arrangements that serve children's best interests while respecting both parents' desires for meaningful relationships. The firm handles alimony and spousal support disputes, navigating the factors courts consider in determining support amounts and duration.

What particularly distinguishes Peter Van Aulen's practice is specialized expertise in two specific areas: mediation and international child abduction cases. The firm's training and experience in mediation enables skilled negotiation and settlement facilitation that often resolves matters without the cost and emotional toll of litigation. The ability to guide parties toward mutually acceptable solutions—even in contentious cases—reflects sophisticated negotiation skills and understanding of the interests underlying parties' positions. For clients preferring cooperative resolution over adversarial litigation, Van Aulen's mediation training makes a meaningful difference.

International child abduction cases represent a specialized area of family law affecting families with connections to multiple countries. These cases involve extraordinary complexity: questions of jurisdiction, international treaties including the Hague Convention, competing custody claims in multiple countries, and logistical challenges transporting children across international borders. Peter Van Aulen's experience with international child abduction cases reflects sophisticated knowledge of this specialized area and ability to navigate the unique challenges these matters present.

The firm's commitment to skilled negotiation means many cases resolve through settlement rather than trial—outcomes clients often prefer due to reduced cost, faster resolution, reduced emotional toll, and greater control over outcomes. However, Van Aulen is fully prepared for trial advocacy when clients' interests require courtroom representation. This combination of mediation expertise and trial readiness means clients benefit from an attorney equally skilled in negotiated resolution and contested litigation.

The firm's location in Saddle Brook, New Jersey, though not Clifton, positions it conveniently to Northern New Jersey residents, including those in Clifton and surrounding Passaic County communities. The location near major highways makes the firm accessible from throughout Northern New Jersey. The phone number 201-845-7400 provides convenient contact for initial consultations.

Clients of The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen consistently report satisfaction with the attorney's knowledge, accessibility, and commitment to their interests. Many clients appreciate the emphasis on skilled negotiation and mediation—approaches that often achieve favorable outcomes more efficiently than litigation. Clients facing custody disputes particularly value Van Aulen's expertise in developing arrangements that serve children's best interests while enabling meaningful relationships with both parents.

The combination of Peter Van Aulen's Supreme Court of New Jersey certification, over 25 years of experience, specialized expertise in mediation and international child abduction, and commitment to skilled advocacy makes The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen an excellent choice for anyone in Northern New Jersey seeking expert family law representation. If you are facing divorce, custody disputes, international child abduction concerns, or other family law matters, contact The Law Offices of Peter Van Aulen at 201-845-7400 to discuss your matter with an attorney holding the state's highest certification in matrimonial law and bringing quarter-century of specialized expertise to your representation.