Office of Law Guardian (OLG) | Office of the Public Defender
840 Bear Tavern Rd, 2nd Fl, Trenton, NJ 08628
Eligibility
Open to children involved in child welfare case.
Required documents
Call for information
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
609-292-7087
Voice·
Main Phone
609-777-4496
Fax·
Fax
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call for information
Fees
None
Service area
NJ
Helps the child-client understand the child's legal rights and the court process, and keeps the child informed as the case progresses through the child welfare system. The Law Guardian counsels the child, gives legal advice about the most realistic course of action to protect the child's safety and advance the child's wishes and interests, and helps the child participate fully in court hearings.
What's Here
Providing organization
Office of the Public Defender
Assigns law guardians and inspectors to foster children whose cases are in litigation. Guardians serve as the child's advocate and spokesperson in court.