Carena C. Mcilwain

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Carena C. Mcilwain

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Bothell, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

12900 NE 180TH Street, Suite 155, Bothell, WA

About Carena

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

25%
Child Support 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%
Family 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Notable Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 25 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 27 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 32 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1994

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S.

12900 NE 180TH Street, Suite 155, Bothell, WA, 98011

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Carena C. Mcilwain's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rogers Brewer | January 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great team for family law

I had a very complicated multi-state case, that other firms did not want to touch. Carena and team, took on my case, and did an amazing job. Although the case took years, Carena and team, never gave up, and were able to help me get things resolved. I am so grateful to her and all her staff for the ...help they provided.

Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Solid support for my divorce

I hired Carena for my case, who assisted me during a tough divorce with lots of details, involving properties abroad and various types of assets. I have been always surprised by her vast knowledge of various sub-areas and her very thorough preparation and attention to detail. She helped me protect my... assets with the right facts and documentation and to keep conversations very well-targeted. I would definitely have lost a lot of money unnecessarily if I did not have someone like Carena to help me out. I need to call out her team, especially her Paralegal, Anthony, who goes above and beyond. He is the best in class, all one can hope for. Carena and her team are absolutely responsive and will lead you seamlessly through your divorce case. Definitely recommended.

Posted by Jesse | July 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Simply Incredible

Carena and her Team are phenomenal and that is ultimately an understatement. I had worked with a few attorneys prior, with at best, limited results. It is in my honest opinion that Carena is the most superb Divorce Attorney in the Pacific Northwest.

Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

My Highest Recommendation

First and foremost, Carena is an outstanding attorney and the consummate professional. I started out behind the 8 ball, after wasting valuable trying to just work with my wife’s attorney in order to save both of us attorney’s fees. After interviewing a number of attorneys, I hired Carena, and s...he was a dream come true. She is an extremely knowledgeable, aggressive and thorough attorney who leaves no stone unturned. She has a very charming demeanor in working with her clients, and the required “Pit Bull” aggressiveness when dealing with opposing counsel. Carena was always prepared and is one of the most pleasant attorneys I’ve ever dealt with. She is a very diligent attorney whom is always responsive to her clients. Every email, phone call, or questions that I ever had was promptly answered. She is head and shoulders above her peers in her ability as a Family Law attorney. If you want the best, hire Carena, she is worth every penny.

Posted by Arcadia | April 17, 2017 | Child Custody

Great Service

Dealing with the other parent is a headache. When it comes to your child well being. Carena has been very helpful. She explains every detail of the process and makes sure you leave with all your questions answer. Look no longer call Carena.

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2024

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2024

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2024

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2024

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2023

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2022

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Notable, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2018

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2016

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2014

The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2010

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Partner, Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S.

Associations

2000 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Member

1996 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania

Member

Domestic Relations Attorneys of Washington

Member

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Arizona Chapter)

Member

1999 - 2005

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

1994 - 2005

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1994 - 2000

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1993

University of North Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Pennsylvania State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2024

Property Division in Washington

Property Division in Washington

2024

Community and Separate Property

Community and Separate Property

2024

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S.

The Children: Common Grounds

2024

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S.

The Residency Requirement

2024

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S.

Failure To Comply With Court Orders

2024

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S.

Reconciling: The Million Dollar Question

Publications

2024

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S. Property Division in Washington

2024

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S. Community and Separate Property

Languages

English

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