Firm Profile
Ann M. Carey and Linda Lillevik are well-versed and highly respected for their work in:
- Dependency law
- Juvenile justice
- Criminal defense
- Family law
- Estate Planning
Leaders
The State of Washington recognizes Ms. Carey and Ms. Lillevik as leaders in their areas of practice. They have served on numerous statewide committees and as supervisors in their respective public defense firms. In 2005, they joined forces to fulfill a need in Seattle: to create a firm that is passionately committed to the representation of family members, parents, youth, and those that face accusations of misconduct.
Experience
Carey & Lillevik has three attorneys with a combined experience of 45 years. This experience masters the breadth and nuance of the laws that pertain to children, families, and the accused. The firm’s clients benefit from the partners’ collective experience, knowledge, and extensive service to the public. Carey & Lillevik attorneys are noted and respected for their deep commitment to their clients. Because of this commitment, most clients come to us as referrals from other attorneys, which demonstrates the firm’s reputation for excellence.
Diversity
Carey & Lillevik embraces a broad concept of family; they are experienced and involved with non-traditional families. Attorneys and staff are proud to create an environment that welcomes all, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or socioeconomic status.
Serving Your Community
The Washington State Bar Association recognizes Carey & Lillevik as a firm that serves the community through pro bono legal work. Ann Carey serves as president of the Board of Directors for TeamChild, a nonprofit agency that provides free legal services for youth. Linda Lillevik serves on the advisory committee of the Center for Children and Youth Justice and on the Board of Directors for the Washington Defender Association. Carey & Lillevik attorneys have been involved in the following programs and organizations:
TeamChild
Governor’s Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee
Federal Advisory Committee to the Office of Juvenile
Justice and Delinquency Prevention
Washington State Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative
National Coalition for Juvenile Justice
Chicken Soup Brigade
Washington Women Lawyers |
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Center for Children and Youth Justice
Q-Law At-Risk Youth Project
Washington Protection and Advocacy System
King County Juvenile Drug Court
Family Treatment Court
Hearthstone
Washington Defender Association |
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