LaDonna Marie Cousins

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LaDonna Marie Cousins

5.0
34 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Parsippany, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody

90 E. Halsey Road, Suite 375, Parsippany, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About LaDonna

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

25%
Child Support 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%
Family 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 405-405 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2018

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 14 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 14 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2011

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Williams Law Group, LLC

90 E. Halsey Road, Suite 375, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

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LaDonna Marie Cousins's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Evelyn | January 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Communication matters: A good lawyer keeps you informed, returns calls or messages, and explains things in a way you understand.

I had a great experience working with my lawyer LaDonna Cousins. From the beginning, she was professional, knowledgeable, and very responsive. She took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure I understood my options before moving forward. I always felt supported and confident knowing she... were handling my case. Her attention to detail and dedication truly made a difference. I would highly recommend LaDonna to anyone in need of reliable and trustworthy legal representation.

Posted by Kim | October 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Service

Williams Law Group provided excellent legal skills and personal support with my divorce matter. My attorney, LaDonna and her paralegal team kept an open line of communication, provided quick responses to my concerns through email or phone, legal guidance, and provided emotional support as I navigate...d through my divorce. Often, high cost and stressful circumstances are unavoidable when dealing with a divorce. However you want a legal team to provide outstanding legaI service, aligned with your needs, AND cares and empathize with your concerns to provide the best overall experience. I appreciate everything LaDonna and her team has done to help finalize my divorce.

Posted by Kristin N | August 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Attorney Cousins Is the BESTTTTTT

Atty. Cousins went above and beyond to help me get my son back to back to me after his “father” for lack of a better word, stole him from me during a visit. This was a multi-state situation and she not only was able to assist me here in New Jersey but helped to assist my other lawyer in Georgia. She ...was up late and up early working in my case nothing slipped through the cracks she knew EXACTLY what she was doing at every turn during my two week long three hearing hearing. Everything was filed and prepared timely nothing was ever forgotten or looked over. During the hearings, our first hearing we were given little to no notice like I’m talking a few minutes and soon as the hearing started SHE WAS ON IT. Prepared point by point you would’ve never knew we had such a short notice. That eased my mind for the reminder of my ordeal because I knew I was in good hands. I trusted whatever she said and everything she instructed to do. She always was helpful in that I wasn’t having to do all the calling and emailing and searching she was right there helping with that as well. And everything worked out thanks to her i have my son back in Atlanta safe. I don’t know what I would’ve done without her. I can’t say enough good things. I’ve been a paralegal the last 8 years so I know the work that goes on behind the scenes so I also want to mention Helen Attorney Cousins paralegal who was so patient and kind to me when I called the office a million times : ) thank you for all that you did to help as well. Thank you all so much. I’m from Jersey my family and friends are in jersey i will be recommending Attorney Cousins to all things custody related!!! She’s the best all around!!! Thank you again.

Posted by Michael | September 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Divorce Lawyer

I used Ms. Cousins for my recent divorce and she was great throughout the entire process. She gave me all of my options and explained everything thoroughly in a way I would understand. She was in constant contact with me either through email or phone calls and was very understanding of the situatio...n I was going through. I highly recommend using her.

Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommended with great service.

LaDonna was very helpful throughout the entire case. She got back to me a timely manner. Helped me win my battle and got everything I was asking for my children. I would highly recommend her to anyone fighting a custody battle.

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LaDonna Marie Cousins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Freeman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Cousins is a fearless litigator with a sharp and analytical legal mind. I have been in court with her and observed her in several hearings. I was impressed with the results. She is quickly becoming a one of the "go to" lawyers in North Jersey."

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Tanya Freeman

Family lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elena Weitz

Family lawyer

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Casey Shevin

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Tanya Freeman

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Brian Freeman

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - 2022

Attorney, Rozin Golinder Law, LLC

Associations

2023 - Present

Barry Croland Family Law American Inn of Court

Barrister

2018 - Present

Middlesex County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

Hudson County Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2016

Virginia Long American Inn of Court

Associate

2011 - 2013

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

Education

2011

Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Georgetown University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

NJSBA

Family Law Trials: Bench Trial Basics

2023

NJSBA

“I’m Speaking” A Discussion of Diversity, Allyship, and Elimination of Bias

2023

NJSBA

Hot Tips in Family Law: Are the Kids Alright

2023

NJSBA

New Attorney Day - Family Law

Languages

English

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