A Career Defined by Mentorship, Growth, and Client Advocacy Recognition matters, especially when it shines a light on someone who has built a career through hard work, steady growth, and a deep commitment to helping others. That’s why we’re honored that Influential Women recently featured an interview with Renata F. Casella, a partner at Williams…
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Do I Need a Trust or is a Will Enough?
If you’re already considering which estate planning tools to use, congratulations – you’re ahead of the game. The majority of American adults don’t have an estate plan at all. But once you get into the process, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the options you have. So, if you’re considering what to do, is…
Read More »How Often Should You Update Your Estate Plan in New Jersey?
If you’ve already created an estate plan, first: well done! You’ve taken a critical first step to protect your family and secure your legacy. Here’s the catch: it’s only a first step. You need to revisit your estate plan periodically to ensure that it still meets your needs; having an outdated estate plan can, in…
Read More »LaDonna M. Cousins Recognized Among the 10 Most Powerful Women in Law in 2025
LaDonna M. Cousins, Partner at Williams Law Group, LLC, was recently honored by Women World Magazine as one of the 10 Most Powerful Women in Law Making an Impact in 2025. This full-feature spread celebrates her leadership, empathy-driven approach, and commitment to clients navigating some of the most challenging moments of their lives. At Williams Law…
Read More »Four Williams Law Group Attorneys Included in 2025 List of New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families
Recognized for Their Dedication to Families Across New Jersey At Williams Law Group, LLC, we are proud to announce that four of our attorneys have been included in the 2025 list of New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families, published by New Jersey Family magazine. Allison C. Williams, LaDonna M. Cousins, Sara E. Kucsan, and Alvin…
Read More »How to Handle an Emergency Removal by DCPP
Many times, the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) in New Jersey will remove a child from their home based on an investigation into allegations of child abuse or neglect. When this happens, such actions are referred to as an “emergency removal.” Because of the serious consequences often associated with a DCPP emergency removal of…
Read More »How Do I Fight DCPP in NJ?
In New Jersey, allegations of child abuse or neglect are investigated by the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP). Even if you know you didn’t do anything wrong, don’t assume that your DCPP investigation will turn out fine. Often, these investigations can be complicated and can have serious consequences if DCPP investigators believe you abused…
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Why Do I Need a Will? As an experienced NJ attorney, clients often ask me why having a will is important. While the courts do not force you to have a will, it is usually a good idea to plan for end of life decisions in advance. Without a will, the laws of the state of…
Read More »Parental Rights and Child Support
Question: I want to sign over my parental rights and stop paying child support. The woman who had my baby agreed not to keep it, but then changed her mind after we stopped seeing each other. By the time I found out, she was already close to her due date. She put me on child…
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