$ 225-500 per hour
Allison C. Williams
About Allison
Biography
Allison C. Williams, Esq., is Founder and Owner of the Williams Law Group, LLC, with offices in Short Hills and Freehold, New Jersey. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney, and is the first attorney in New Jersey to become Board-Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in the field of Family Law.
Ms. Williams is a member of the New Jersey Board on Attorney Certification (NJBAC) – Matrimonial Committee, a New Jersey Supreme Court committee that determines eligibility of candidates to be certified as a recognized practitioner in the field of matrimonial law. She practices exclusively in the area of matrimonial and family law, with an emphasis on complex Child Welfare matters, including representation of parents in Child Abuse and Neglect matters, parents in Termination of Parental Rights matters, representation of foster parents, and consultation to matrimonial counsel regarding child abuse investigations and related issues. She has a statewide practice, currently handling matters in 16 counties across the State and in the Office of Administrative Law (OAL). Ms. Williams has handled cases involving child sexual abuse, infant death, abusive head trauma (f/k/a Shaken Baby Syndrome), gross neglect, rib fractures, drug and alcohol dependency, Munchausen's By Proxy, excessive corporal punishment, mental and emotional abuse, and a whole host of other child maltreatment concerns.
Ms. Williams is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and has served on the Family Law Executive Committee (FLEC) of that association, on which committee she lead the Child Abuse Law Subcommittee. She has served as an Editor on the Board of the New Jersey Family Lawyer, a publication of NJSBA distributed to family law judges and attorneys. Ms. Williams lectures frequently for several professional organizations, including the New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE), and her articles have appeared in the New Jersey Lawyer, the New Jersey Family Lawyer, and other publications established thought leader in the field of child welfare law, Ms. Williams has appeared on the Katie Couric show to provide her insights on parents falsely accused of child abuse, and she has been interviewed by News12 and Pix11 on precedential child abuse rulings. Her website, , has been cited by news media for the parental defense position on matters pending before the New Jersey Supreme Court. Ms. Williams received her B.S., magna cum laude, and her M.S., summa cum laude, from Florida State University. She received her J.D., cum laude, from Syracuse University College of Law. She has been named a Rising Star Attorney by the New Jersey Super Lawyers franchise continuously from 2008 - 2013, and has been named a Super Lawyer by that organization for 2014 -2018. In 2016, she was featured in the Super Lawyers publication (Williams v. The Rubber Stamp), and she was named one of the Top 50 Women Super Lawyers in New Jersey.
- NJBIZ Top 50 Women in Business, 2018
- Top 500 fastest growing law firms in the country, Law Firm 500, #14 in 2017
- The Stevie’s Silver Award for Female Entrepreneur of the Year, 2017
- New Jersey Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers, 2014-2017
- Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a Family Law Trial Attorney, Nov. 2013
- Rising Star Attorney, New Jersey Super Lawyers, 2008-2013
- Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), September 2012
- Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney, March 2010
- ABWL Young Lawyer Change Maker Award, April 2009
- Circle of Excellence Chamber of Commerce Volunteer of the Year Award, June 2008
- National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA) Family Law Trial Attorney – First Family Law Trial Attorney in New Jersey.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Child Abuse
50%
26 years
Child Support
20%
21 years
Divorce and Separation
15%
21 years
Family
15%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 22 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 21 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Williams Law Group, LLC
830 Morris Turnpike, Suite 206, Short Hills, NJ, 07078
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Allison C. Williams's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sue | December 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
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Outstanding Law Group!
I have been so impressed with The Williams Law Group. From beginning to end, it was so smooth. Since when is anything related to custody “smooth”? There was follow up and communication along the way. We were kept informed the entire time. Incredibly professional and well versed in so many areas, bu...
Posted by anonymous | November 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Great Law Firm
I’m very grateful for the help and attention that I received from Ms. Judith, Ms. Tracey, and my attorney Mr. O’Connor. I was seeking guidance and consultation from different law firms regarding an appeal that I needed help with but the attorneys that I spoke with were not helpful what so ever! When ...
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Lover of money
This attorney worked on my case, we signed a retainer agreement. However, when i asked questions, she would tell me one thing, which ultimately resulted in something I did not want, but i later found out she was not ethically allowed to do what she did. When filing her official documents she made fal...
Allison Williams
Replied last March 29, 2020Hello, It is unfortunate that you have chosen to leave your review anonymously, as it leaves me with no ability to determine which attorney in my firm handled your matter, whether you have actually been a client of my firm (since disgruntled adverse parties have been known to post such reviews), and leaves me with no ability to try to make things right for you. If you are a client of the firm, and if you would like me to try to make things right, then I invite you to contact my office to speak with me. What I can and will say is this. At Williams Law Group, we pride ourselves on client service. If I ever learn that a client is not satisfied with any aspect of his or her representation, I become personally involved to remedy this situation. While publicly bashing a business may feel good after the fact, addressing the problem with the Owner as soon as it arises is much more likely to resolve the concern and remedy your situation. I state this more for the public at large than for the anonymous poster, as the anonymity makes it impossible for me to respond more than I have already. Again, to the anonymous poster, if you would like assistance in addressing your matter, I invite you to contact me. Allison C. Williams
Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She's a dynamo!
Without going into details of my case, I will say that I looked for a lawyer with family law experience and a bold personality who would really fight for me. I wanted a lawyer who wouldn't be intimidated by the judge and that's what I got! She communicated very well and was never at a loss for what...
Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2015
Magic Worker of Law
I was at a point of hopelessness, I couldn't sleep and I would often cry about my situation. I felt there was nothing I could do and that no one would understand. I found the Williams Law Group from searching online and from the start everything was handled professionally and compassionately. In j...
Allison C. Williams's Lawyer Endorsements
"Allison is simply the best. She is an incredible attorney with attention to detail and heart for clients. Highly recommended!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Exceptional attorney, dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."
"I have come to know Allison as a fellow law firm owner. I know Allison to be a zealous, compassionate and dedicated advocate for her clients, and the continual improvement of her firm. I am happy to endorse Allison."
"Allison is a great advocate for her clients."
"Allison is a national expert in child abuse defense. Her firm is exceptional and devoted to their clients. I endorse her without reservation."
"I am a colleague of Allison's and if I was ever accused of child abuse or had my children taken away, I would retain her without question. I have referred several people to her and she has done such a good job for each and every one of them that she makes me look good for referring her."
"I have known Allison professionally since early 2014 and do not hesitate to recommend her or her firm. I refer my relocating clients and jurisdictional cases for NJ and NY to her as well. Allison is well respected in the legal community and is an aggressive advocate for her clients. She also truly cares about her clients and their families."
"To say that Ms. Williams is knowledgeable would be a severe understatement. Ms. Williams is at the top of her craft and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of Matrimonial and Family Law Services."
"Attorney Williams is a superb lawyer who has provided terrific advice to folks in the Avvo community. I recommend this lawyer without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Alison is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients as well as her level of experience. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Williams is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney. Ms. Williams is also an expert regarding child welfare cases."
"An extremely knowledgeable and zealous advocate on behalf of her clients. Hands down the only attorney I would ever refer a client if issues involving DCF (formerly DYFS) existed."
"Allison is the top attorney in NJ when it comes to representation of clients in DCPP (Division of Child Protection and Permanency), formerly DYFS. She knows the law in and out and the attorneys representing DCPP consider her to be a formidable adversary. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her who are faced with the daunting problem of having the State trying to interfere with one's relationship with one's children."
"Allison is a passionate attorney who is well versed in the trade and takes her profession with all seriousness. You will be well served to have Allison as your attorney."
"I highly endorse this attorney. Allison has been my go-to attorney for DYFS/DCPP issues for the past few years. Her knowledge of the nuances of that area of law is extremely impressive, even to a fellow attorney. She is also a compassionate and dedicated advocate for her clients. I have referred many cases to Allison and I will continue to do so because I know that any parent who needs help with an issue involving the DCPP is in the best possible hands when they are represented by her."
"Allison is the one attorney who I trust to refer my abuse and neglect cases to."
"I endorse this lawyer. Allison Williams is a family law attorney with a concentration in children's rights and the protection of their safety in the context of Protection Actions brought by the Attorney General's office. What separates Allison from the rest of her colleagues is her passion to protect the safety of children and balance that with the need of the children to maintain a relationship with their parent. Allison is vigilant in leaving no stone unturned and knows how to resolve or try a case."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Publication
2013
Rising Star Attorney, New Jersey Super Lawyers Publication
2013
Pinnacle Professional of the Year (Law), Continental Who’s Who Lifetime Member
2013
Woman of the Year, National Association of Professional Women (NAPW)
2012
Rising Star Attorney, New Jersey Super Lawyers Publication
2011
Rising Star Attorney, New Jersey Super Lawyers Publication
2010
Rising Star Attorney, New Jersey Super Lawyers Publication
2009
Rising Star Attorney, New Jersey Super Lawyers Publication
2009
ABWL Young Lawyer Change Maker Award, Association of Black Women Lawyers (ABWL)
2008
Rising Star Attorney, New Jersey Super Lawyers Publication
2008
Circle of Excellence Chamber Volunteer of the Year Award, Western Monmouth Chamber of Commerce
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner, Williams Law Group, LLC
2013 - 2013
Partner and Co-Founder, Paragano & Williams, LLC
2009 - 2013
Senior Associate, Pitman, Mindas, Grossman, Lee & Moore, P.C.
2005 - 2009
Senior Associate, Lomurro, Davison, Eastman, & Munoz, PA
2004 - 2005
Associate, Gruber, Colabella, Liuzza, Kutyla & Ullmann, P.A.
2003 - 2004
Law Clerk to the Honorable James A. Farber, J.S.C., Superior Court of New Jersey
2003 - 2003
Student Attorney - SUCOL hildren’s Rights Clinic, Syracuse University College Of Law
2002 - 2003
Student Attorney - SUCOL Public Interest Law Firm Clinic, Syracuse University College Of Law
Associations
2013 - Present
Certified Attorneys Section of New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
New Jersey Supreme Court CommitteeBoard on Attorney Certification, Matrimonial Committee Member
2009 - Present
Union County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - 2013
Certified Attorneys Section of New Jersey State Bar AssociationChair
2008 - 2009
Monmouth County Black Lawyers CaucusFounder
2007 - 2012
Monmouth County Bar AssociationLegal Aid Society Trustee
2007 - 2009
WMCC Management SymposiumFounder and Chair
2007 - 2012
Association of Black Women Lawyers of New JerseyMember
2006 - 2008
Monmouth County Bar AssociationChair, Young Lawyers Division
2006 - 2013
New Jersey Association for Justice (NJAJ)Matrimonial Law Section,Member
2006 - 2010
New Jersey Supreme Court CommitteeMonmouth Vicinage Advisory Committee on Minority Concerns
2005 - 2012
Monmouth County Bar AssociationWomen Lawyers in Monmouth
2005 - 2008
Middlesex County Bar AssociationFamily Law Committee
2005 - 2009
Western Monmouth Chamber of Commerce (WMCC)Women in Business Committee
2004 - 2009
New Jersey State Bar AssociationFamily Law Young Lawyers, Member
Sample of Legal Cases
New Jersey Dept of Children & Families v. D.C.
Reversed on Appeal
Education
2000
Florida State University
MS - Master of Science
1998
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
Syracuse University College of Law
JD
Speaking Engagements
2016
Family Law CLE Seminar
Handling Child Abuse and Neglect Allegations in Family Law Cases
2013
NJSBA Annual Convention
The DYFS/DCPP & Family Law Overlap
2013
NJICLE Seminar - South Jersey Location
Defending DCPP Cases: An Essential Primer
2013
NJICLE Seminar - North Jersey Location
Defending DCPP Cases: An Essential Primer
2013
McCloud Awards Dinner CLE presentation
Demystifying the CIC Docket
2013
Haydn Proctor Inn of Court - Monmouth County Meeting
Representing the Drug Addicted Client in Family Law Cases
2013
Barry Croland Family Law Inns of Court Meeting
DYFS/DCPP Cases: A Primer
2012
NJICLE Seminar - South Jersey Location
Evidence for Family Lawyers
2012
NJICLE Seminar - North Jersey Location
Evidence for Family Lawyers
2012
Hot Tips for Family Law Practitioners
How to Gain Access to DYFS Records when NOT in a DYFS case
2011
NJICLE Seminar
Defending Abuse & Neglect Cases
2011
NJICLE Seminar
Adoption Practice: A 2011 Update
2010
NJSBA Annual Convention
Impact of DYFS Findings on Custody Proceedings
2010
NJICLE Seminar
The Other Family Part
2010
NJICLE Seminar
Defending DYFS Cases: An Essential Primer
2009
Seminar, LDEM
Title IX Perspectives: Litigating the DYFS Proceeding
2009
NJAJ Boardwalk Seminar
Trial of a Contested Abuse and Neglect Case
2009
Hot Tips for Family Law Practitioners
Scope of Caseworker Testimony in DYFS Proceedings
2008
WMCC Management Symposium
Moderator/Founder (Various Topics)
2008
Boardwalk Seminar for Matrimonial Support Staff
Moderator/Co-Chair
2008
ATLA-NJ Boardwalk Seminar for Matrimonial Support Staff
Motion Practice
2007
WMCC Management Symposium
Moderator/Founder (Various Topics)
2007
Meadowlands Seminar for Matrimonial Support Staff
Moderator/Co-Chair
2007
High School Law Symposium – State of the Law
College Contribution Obligations in Family Court
2007
Boardwalk Seminar for Matrimonial Support Staff
Motion Practice
2007
Boardwalk Seminar for Matrimonial Support Staff
Moderator/Co-Chair
2007
AKA Sorority Financial Awareness Seminar
Divorce in New Jersey: What to Expect When You’re Expecting the Worst
2006
Boardwalk Seminar for Matrimonial Support Staff
Moderator/Co-Chair
2006
Boardwalk Seminar for Matrimonial Support
Matrimonial File Closing Procedures
Publications
2013
New Jersey Family Lawyer
Play by the Rules … But Which Ones? A Critical Analysis of the Rules that Apply in Child Protection Cases
2012
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE New Jersey)
How to Gain Access to DYFS Records when Not in a DYFS Case
2011
New Jersey Family Lawyer
Separate and Unequal: Are children of unmarried parents disadvantaged by Summary Procedures in Non-Dissolution Actions?
2011
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE New Jersey)
DYFS and Adoption Practice
2010
New Jersey Lawyer
The Impact of Marital Fault on Custody Proceedings
2010
New Jersey Family Lawyer
Here, Say Hearsay! A Critique of Evidence Issues in Title 9 DYFS Cases
2010
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE New Jersey)
The Scope of Caseworker Testimony in DYFS Proceedings – An Update
2010
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE New Jersey)
Top Ten DYFS Cases to Know
2009
Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE New Jersey)
The Scope of Caseworker Testimony in DYFS Proceedings
2009
The Middlesex Advocate
I Hate You, Dad! Now, Where’s My Tuition Check?
2008
New Jersey Family Lawyer
David vs. Goliath: Defense Strategies for Litigating the Abuse and Neglect trial Initiated by the Division of Youth and Family Services
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I request case files involving my dfs case that has been closed, I am appealing the child abuse and neglet board decision
03 Jun 2015
Q&A
Will my child get taken away if i failed one dyfs drug test?
19 May 2015
Q&A
Can I transfer my cps case to another state?
13 May 2015