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  • 1.  DCPP

    Posted 11-18-2015 04:31 PM

    It has always been my understanding that DCPP caseworkers do not speak to or otherwise communicate with attorneys. Does anyone know whether there is a written directive, policy statement, regulation or section of the administrative code, or anything official and in writing that defines that position and if so, how do I get a copy of it?

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    Marion Solomon Esq.
    Hackensack NJ
    (201)487-1199
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  • 2.  RE: DCPP

    Posted 11-18-2015 04:36 PM

    Hi Marion,

    DCPP workers are the client. They are represented by counsel (AGs office). Just like any other represented client, ethically you should not directly communicate with them. 

    Kerry


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  • 3.  RE: DCPP

    Posted 11-18-2015 04:44 PM

    Hi Kerry

     

    How are you?




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  • 4.  RE: DCPP

    Posted 11-18-2015 04:45 PM
    It is governed by RPC 4.2 communication with person represented by Counsel.  DCPP caseworkers are considered to be the Deputy Attorney General's client.   Therefore the caseworker is a represented party and you must speak directly with the DAG.  I don't think there is anything limiting the case workers ability to reach out to you but the RPC's restrict your ability to speak to the case worker. 

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  • 5.  RE: DCPP

    Posted 11-18-2015 04:53 PM
    Edited by System 12-28-2023 05:19 PM

    No. They're just not that in to you. Kidding. It's really more of an RPC 4.2 issue.

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    Curtis Romanowski Esq.
    Senior Attorney - Proprietor
    Metuchen NJ
    (732)603-8585

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  • 6.  RE: DCPP

    Posted 11-18-2015 05:13 PM

    The DAGs consider the caseworkers their clients.  So they take the position that the caseworkers do not speak to other attorneys without the DAG present.  I have always set up meetings with the caseworkers with the DAG to be present as well.

     




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