LRC in New Jersey

KWVRS experts holding LRC: Matthew R. Putts, Ph.D. (Chief of Vocational Services); Christopher Skerritt, M.Ed., MBA (Chief of Economic Services); Daniel Wolstein, Ph.D. (CEO & President)

Recognition and practice information for Licensed Rehabilitation Counselor in New Jersey.

Recognition and qualification in New Jersey

LRC is a state-granted license authorizing independent practice as a rehabilitation counselor within the licensing state. Scope varies by jurisdiction and typically covers vocational counseling, case management, and rehabilitation services.

The New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS) administers public vocational rehabilitation in New Jersey. KWVRS LRC-credentialed experts apply nationally recognized standards.

New Jersey courts and venues

Expert qualification in New Jersey's courts is determined case by case.

  • Superior Court, Law Division - General civil matters over $20,000 and criminal matters; jury trials. Its Special Civil Part hears civil claims up to $20,000, including small claims up to $5,000
  • Superior Court, Chancery Division - Equity matters, family court, probate
  • Superior Court, Family Division - Domestic relations, juvenile, and family matters

Highest court: Supreme Court of New Jersey. Federal venues: D.N.J..

Sources: New Jersey Courts, Self-Help Center: lawsuits $20,000 or less (Special Civil), over $20,000 (Civil), $5,000 or less (Small Claims) (reviewed 2026-09-05); New Jersey Courts, Notice to the Bar of May 11, 2022: Special Civil Part and Small Claims monetary limits raised effective July 1, 2022 (reviewed 2026-09-05)

Other credentials in New Jersey

Frequently Asked Questions

Is state licensure required to testify in that state?

Requirements vary by jurisdiction. Some states require licensure for practice and testimony; others permit unlicensed out-of-state experts for limited forensic purposes. Check state-specific rules.

References

  1. CRCC - State Licensure InformationOrganization
  2. New Jersey Courts, Self-Help Center: lawsuits $20,000 or less (Special Civil), over $20,000 (Civil), $5,000 or less (Small Claims) (reviewed 2026-09-05)Government
  3. New Jersey Courts, Notice to the Bar of May 11, 2022: Special Civil Part and Small Claims monetary limits raised effective July 1, 2022 (reviewed 2026-09-05)Government

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