Welcome to DCP&P Defense Lawyers NJ

The DCP&P (DYFS) defense lawyers at the Tormey Law Firm LLC know how important your family is to you. That's why protecting your family and your parental rights is our number one goal. Our team of child abuse defense lawyers has gained invaluable insight while serving on the other side of these cases, and as compassionate, knowledgeable, and aggressive defenders of parents facing neglect and abuse allegations. Our attorneys' experience encompasses time spent on both sides of the family law and criminal courts of New Jersey, where we gained valuable insight into the complexities of child abuse prosecution and defense, as well as the nuances of DCPP (Division of Child Protection and Permanency), formerly known as DYFS (Division of Youth and Family Services), investigations and related legal proceedings. One of our attorneys used to prosecute Title 9 and Endangering the Welfare of a Child criminal charges for the State of New Jersey. In addition, our lawyers have successfully handled hundreds of DCP&P investigations, child abuse criminal cases, Title 9 and Title 30 court matters in their lengthy careers.

Finally, Travis J. Tormey, our managing partner, has a perfect 10.0 rating on AVVO, an attorney rating service, and he has received the client's choice award for twelve straight years. If you are a parent or caregiver faced with the overwhelming prospect of being suspected of abuse or neglect in New Jersey, let our experienced attorneys handle these allegations (whether it be a DYFS investigation, a criminal investigation, or both). Contact our offices anytime for immediate assistance at (908)-356-6900.

The initial consultation is always provided free of charge.


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The National Trial Lawyers - Top 40 under 40
NACDA - Top 10 Ranking 2014
Top 10 AVVO Rating - Criminal Defense Attorney
AVVO Client's Choice 2015
American Jurist Institute - Seal of Excellence
The Tormey Law Firm, LLC BBB Business Review

How Can We Help You? addressed areas

Child Abuse Allegations

An allegation of child abuse can be devastating to an individual, a family and a community. But it doesn't have to be.

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Drugs and Alcohol

The DYFS defense lawyers at the Tormey Law Firm LLC know how important your family is to you. That's why protecting your family and your parental rights is our number one goal.

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Child Welfare Concerns

The DCPP defense lawyers at the Tormey Law Firm LLC are ready and able to protect your rights, your future, your family, and your reputation.

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Fact Finding

The DYFS defense lawyers at the Tormey Law Firm LLC know how important your family is to you. That's why protecting your family and your parental rights is our number one goal.

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Possible Outcomes of Permanency Hearings

The DCPP defense lawyers at the Tormey Law Firm LLC are ready and able to protect your rights, your future, your family, and your reputation.

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Guardianship

Our seasoned trial lawyers know how the system works and how to best protect your rights in cases involving guardianship.

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Investigations & Child Abuse Registry

The child abuse registry in NJ: An allegation of child abuse can be devastating to an individual, a family and a community. But it doesn't have to be.

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DCP&P Mediation

The DYFS defense lawyers at the Tormey Law Firm LLC are ready and able to assist you in dealing with the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (known as “DCP&P”) in New Jersey

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Our Dedicated DCPP Attorneys

I hired the Tormey Law Firm after a horrible run in with DCFS. I hired him and he truly is the reason I came out of this mess intact. He took care of all of my concerns, explained everything regarding my case that I did not understand and he put my anxiety and nerves at ease. He was calm, cordial, professional but at the same time made me feel like a friend. I could not be more pleased with the results of my now CLOSED case. For anyone looking for an attorney to handle their case I highly recommend hiring The Tormey Law Firm.

If you or a loved one is in need of assistance with DCP&P issue in New Jersey, you've come to the right place.

Contact our experienced DCPP defense lawyers anytime for immediate assistance at (908)-356-6900. The initial consultation is always provided free of charge.

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The Nexus of Parental Alienation and Child Abuse/Neglect Allegations

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Potential Repercussions of a New Jersey DCPP Investigation

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What our clients say about us

Mr. Tormey has a perfect 10.0 client rating on Avvo.com, an attorney rating service. He has also received the Client's Choice Award each and every year for the last twelve straight years ('12, ‘13, ‘14, 15, ‘16, '17, '18, '19, '20, '21, '22, '23). Here are some things our clients have to say about the Tormey Law Firm LLC

  • Case dismissed with Data Driven Facts

  • Excellent Attorney

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  • Respectful. Attentive. Professional.

  • If you are reading this- You have reached the right place! Undoubtedly, the BEST Law Firm in New Jersey!

  • Responsive and knowledgeable.

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  • An Excellent lawyer!

  • Travis is a Lifesaver

  • Good Service

  • Excellent Attorney! You will not be dissapointed….

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