East Hanover

Divorce and Family Law Attorneys in East Hanover, New Jersey

Divorce can take an emotional, physical, monetary, legal, psychological and spiritual toll on you and your family. During this difficult and traumatic time, you need a New Jersey law firm who will work tirelessly for you and your children while tackling the pertinent issues of divorce such as custody, spousal support, child support and division of property. If you are considering a divorce or family law matter in Morris County, please call Helfand & Associates at (973) 428 0800 for a free consultation with one of our lawyers. We have extensive experience practicing family and matrimonial law in Morris County, New Jersey.

Law Practice Concentrating on Divorce and Family Law

Whether you are involved in an amicable divorce, an uncontested divorce or a complex, high net worth contested divorce that requires extensive litigation, the Morris County, New Jersey divorce and family law attorneys at Helfand & Associates will be there for you throughout the process. Our attorneys are highly skilled at settling matters through creative negotiations, mediation or alternative dispute resolution. However, if necessary, we stand ready to litigate on your behalf and we will be prepared and ready to fervently advocate for your rights and best interests in the Morris County, New Jersey Family Law Court system. We recognize that you and your spouse may be co-parenting your children for years to come and we take this into account while advocating in your behalf.

Your Matter is Unique and Requires Specialized Attention

We begin each case by first assessing your current situation and then we also take the time to understand your specific wants, needs and desires. Our communication with you is critical for us to be able to find creative and workable solutions that are right for you and your family. We take the time to listen to you and understand your values and goals. Extensive fact gathering is conducted because each detail is critical in order for our divorce and matrimonial attorneys to make thoughtful and proper recommendations regarding your matters. Our Morris County, New Jersey divorce and family law attorneys will stand by you throughout the entire case.

A Higher Level of Representation

If you are considering a divorce in the Morris County, New Jersey Family Court, the attorneys at Helfand & Associates have extensive experience practicing family and matrimonial law. Our law firm is on Route 10, only a few minutes from Routes 287 and 46 and less than ten minutes from the Livingston Circle. Contact us for your FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION and learn why our clients refer their most beloved friends and family members to our Morris County, New Jersey divorce and family law firm so we can help them with their legal family issues.

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History

Prehistoric East Hanover

During the Ice Age, glaciers moving across the land shaped northern New Jersey, including East Hanover. During this time, the glaciers formed valleys, riverbeds, and mountains. Shortly afterward, the area was submerged under pre-historic Lake Passaic. The underground body of water that exists beneath East Hanover today is a reminder of this history.

Native Americans in New Jersey

The first settlers of the land where East Hanover now stands were the Lenni Lenape Indians. Meaning “original people,” the Lenni Lenape were divided into three sub-tribes that occupied the length of what we now know as New Jersey. The Unami, meaning the people down the river, occupied the land now known as East Hanover. Attracted by the excellent source of water, the abundant animal life, and the advantageous location between the Delaware and Hudson River settlements of Indians. Other sub-tribes were the Minsi, who occupied areas farther north than East Hanover, and the Unalachtigo, who occupied areas farther south.

Europeans in East Hanover

The Unami’s dominance in the area was disturbed when the Europeans landed in their “New World” in the late 1600s. However, this New World was nothing new to the Unami, who interacted peacefully with the Europeans. Though they did not believe in or understand the idea of owning land, the Unami agreed to surrender their rights to the area including East Hanover. On August 13, 1708, several thousand acres were sold by Unami for 30 pounds (cash), 10 strands of water blankets, 15 kettles, 20 axes, 20 hoes, 10 duffel blankets, a half barrel of wine, 1 barrel of rum, 1 barrel of cyder. 3 files, 1 gun boer, 1 auger, 4 pistols, 4 cutlasses, 10 guns, 100 bars of lead, 1/2 barrel of powder, 10 white blankets, 20 shirts, and 100 knives.

Hanover Township

The name Hanover came from the House of Hannover in Germany. This namesake was given to the Township of Hanover (which included present-day East Hanover) on December 7, 1720 as a sign of respect to King George I of the House of Hannover, a British king who ruled over the American colonies in the eighteenth century. Unique among towns, East Hanover is defined by the joining of two rivers, the Whippany to the west and north and the Passaic to the east and north. This geographic effect led to the early name of East Hanover, “Hanover Neck.” Since the creation of Hanover Township in 1720, its size has been considerably decreased as the population of the area has increased.

Originally encompassing Morris County and parts of Sussex and Warren County, Hanover Township became too unwieldy for a single local government. The members of the government felt that Hanover Township needed to break apart into smaller towns that could provide more responsive local control, even if it meant increased taxes to support new facilities for each.

East Hanover Today

Incorporated in 1928, the Township of East Hanover covers an area of 8.2 square miles. It is 25 miles west of New York City and 15 miles west of the City of Newark. The Passaic River is on its Eastern border and the Whippany River is on its Western side. Parsippany, Troy Hills, Florham Park, Hanover Township (Whippany), Roseland, Livingston and Montville are the municipalities adjacent to East Hanover. Routes 10 and 280 are major arteries, which pass through East Hanover along with Eagle Rock Avenue.

Largely developed, East Hanover is proud of such major corporations as Novartis and Nabisco in addition to more than 2100 other business enterprises operating in industrial parks, contemporary office complexes and retail stores. Route 10 is becoming one of the finest shopping areas in New Jersey. Mount Pleasant Avenue contains a historical district, which has been placed in the Congressional Record. The First Presbyterian Church and its adjoining graveyard date back to the Revolutionary War.

Many American Indian artifacts have been discovered in various parts of East Hanover. Presently the government of the Township of East Hanover is the small municipality Mayor and Council Form. The Mayor is Chief Executive Officer of the Township and participates and presides over the meetings of the council. East Hanover is in the 26th state legislative district.