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 Group, LLC, we have always known the difference LaDonna makes for families across New Jersey. Now, her recognition on a national stage affirms what her clients and colleagues already see every day — an attorney whose work is guided by integrity, compassion, and a deep belief in service.
Leading With Empathy and Strength
LaDonna’s legal career has been shaped by a people-first philosophy. She approaches each case with the understanding that family law is not only about statutes and court orders, but also about human lives in transition. Divorce, custody disputes, and child welfare cases are among the most emotionally charged areas of the law, requiring both sharp legal skill and genuine empathy.
In her feature, LaDonna shared: “I strive to lead with empathy, honesty, and humility, showing up as a whole person — strengths, flaws, and everything else.”
This perspective sets her apart in the courtroom and at the negotiation table, where clients rely on her to balance fierce advocacy with compassion.
Service Beyond the Courtroom
While LaDonna’s professional accomplishments are impressive, her leadership extends far beyond the practice of law. She is active in the New Jersey Bar Association, serves as an Early Settlement Panelist in Essex County, and regularly participates in continuing legal education programs, both as a speaker and a mentor for other attorneys.
She is also dedicated to her community, volunteering her time and expertise to organizations that serve families in need. For LaDonna, leadership is about more than individual achievement; it’s about creating lasting impact for clients, colleagues, and the broader community.
The Enduring Power of Authenticity
Authenticity has been a cornerstone of LaDonna’s leadership philosophy. She encourages those around her to show up fully, without pretense, and to embrace both strengths and vulnerabilities. This philosophy not only strengthens her relationships with clients but also fosters trust within the firm and the broader legal community.
As Women World Magazine highlighted, her ability to create environments where people feel safe to speak openly fosters clarity, trust, and better outcomes. In family law, where clients often feel unheard or overwhelmed, that authenticity becomes a source of strength.
Championing Diversity and Inclusion in Law
LaDonna’s recognition also reflects her role as an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. As a Black woman attorney and leader, she has long emphasized the importance of representation and creating space for diverse voices in the legal field.
Her perspective is more than symbolic — it informs the way she approaches her cases, ensuring that clients of all backgrounds feel seen, respected, and understood. She reminds her clients that they are not alone, even when navigating the most complex and personal challenges in family law.
Why This Recognition Matters for Clients
For clients seeking representation in divorce, custody, or other family law matters, LaDonna’s recognition in Women World Magazine shines a spotlight on the qualities that make her such a powerful advocate. Clients don’t just hire an attorney; they place their trust, their future, and often their family’s well-being in the hands of their lawyer.
Being named one of the most powerful women in law illustrates LaDonna’s ability to combine legal skill with leadership, empathy, and vision. For New Jersey families, it means having an attorney who is nationally recognized for the same qualities that drive real results in courtrooms and settlement negotiations.
Honoring LaDonna's Leadership
At Williams Law Group, LLC, we are so very proud to celebrate LaDonna M. Cousins and her well-deserved recognition as one of the 10 Most Powerful Women in Law Making an Impact in 2025. Her leadership is a reflection of our firm’s values: service, advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to protecting families.
Whether guiding clients through divorce, custody disputes, or child welfare cases, LaDonna consistently sets the standard for excellence in family law representation.
If you are facing a divorce, custody issue, or any family law matter, attorney LaDonna M. Cousins and the dedicated legal team at Williams Law Group, LLC are ready to stand by your side. Contact us today to schedule a consultation at our Short Hills or Parsippany offices and see how we can help you move forward with confidence.
"LaDonna Cousins and Williams Law Group are absolutely the best money I’ve ever spent! ...I hired LaDonna and started almost instantly getting results. She is aggressive, knowledgeable, very patient (I am not the easiest person to work with), and after 4 or 5 months, she won me back custody of my son! I am extremely grateful when it comes to child custody; she is hands down one of the best! Thank you again!!" — Vincent S., ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐