Why I Became a CWLS
by Cherrilynne Washington Thomas, Esq

I am currently an Assistant District Attorney with the Orleans Parish District Attorney's Office.  I almost exclusively handle child welfare cases. I have also been employed as counsel for the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).

Most of my legal career has consisted of law practice in the area of child welfare. I have enjoyed facilitating many sessions in the area of child welfare. As I share my knowledge of child welfare law with other professionals, the Child Welfare Legal Specialist certification will demonstrate my commitment to being among the most prepared and knowledgeable in the field. The certification further demonstrates the specialized expertise shared by practitioners in the field of child welfare.