People have rights under New Jersey Law The Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP or the “Division”), formerly known as the Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS), is New Jersey's child protective service agency. There may be situations where you disagree with a finding made by the Division upon the conclusion of its…
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What Happens When DCPP Takes You to Family Court in New Jersey?
A lawyer who knows the Division and New Jersey courts can help Whether you’re being accused of child abuse or neglect, or involved in a child custody dispute where those allegations are in play, your case may end up in family court—and the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) is likely involved…
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A surprise visit from DCPP doesn’t mean you’re powerless It’s the knock on the door that no parent ever wants to hear. A DCPP caseworker is there, demanding to be let in, inspect your home, talk to your children, and require assessments and services right away. They may even threaten to take your child away…
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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…
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If You’re Facing a DCPP Investigation, You Have Rights, But You Need To Move Fast To Protect Them New Jersey’s Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP), a division of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), is the state’s primary child protection and child welfare agency, responsible for investigating reports of child abuse or…
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Paying child support can be a significant expense, especially if your child or children are young. That expense can last for many years. Conversely, if you are receiving child support, you may be dependent on the income and need to know how long you can count on it. Either way, it’s important to know when child support…
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In 2025, our lives—and our marriages—are increasingly online. We use emails, text messages, social media, and other digital methods to conduct business, communicate with friends and family, and often, hash out disagreements. We also store a great deal of information about ourselves in digital formats. During a divorce, most of that information is fair game.…
Read More »Emergency Court Orders Can Help Protect Children from an Abusive Parent
If you believe a child is being abused or neglected, you can take action to protect them under New Jersey law If you have reason to believe a child is being abused or neglected, it’s critical that you take action right away. The New Jersey Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) investigates reports of…
Read More »What Happens if One Parent Refuses to Follow a Custody Schedule?
How a Child Custody Attorney Can Help Enforce Your Rights In New Jersey, a child custody order represents the court’s determination of what is in the best interests of the child or children. Violating a child custody order is a big deal; it means a loss of consistency and stability for the child as well…
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…
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