$ 475-475 per hour
Sunitha Anjilvel
About Sunitha
Biography
I own and operate Anjilvel Law, a dynamic boutique firm that specializes in family law and estate planning matters. Having practiced for over 28 years as an attorney in Washington State, California and Canada, I bring the benefit of my unique years of experience to serve my clients. I am a fierce advocate and my goal is to find solutions that are uniquely tailored to suit my clients' needs and interests.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 17 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 30 years
State: California
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
Anjilvel Law
7345 164th Ave NE, Suite 145-419, Redmond, WA, 98052
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Posted by melba | February 03, 2015 | Wills & Living Wills
WILLS FOR MY ENTIRE FAMILY
I live in California and Ms. Anjilvel helped both me and members of my family with our wills. I found her to be not only professional and knowledgeable but highly intelligent and extremely patient no matter how many questions she was asked. If we have any other legal issues in the future I will not ...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Caring and Professional
I have worked with Sunitha to review the terms of the children visitation and support after relocating from another state. She was really upfront about all the pros and cons of changing the registration of the divorce decree from another state, as well as possible costs involved. And talking about c...
Sunitha Anjilvel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Anjilvel Law is my go-to referral for family law in King County! Whether it is trial work and motion practice, mediation, or an amicable separation that needs legal underpinnings to make it work - Sunitha Anjilvel is your professional. She is not only an incredibly wise person, but an experienced litigator, who knows the King County bench and bar well. She is brilliant and has passed bar exams in Canada, California, and Washington - but she also has real compassion and empathy for her clients, which is also reflected in her public leadership as the President of the Washington State Bar Association."
"Sunitha is an incredible lawyer, and a wonderful person. She didn't hesitate to dive in and assist me with some cases while I was on maternity leave; I could not have wished for a better co-counsel for my/our clients. Sunitha is knowledgeable, passionate, and hard-working. She's a gift to her clients and her colleagues."
"I endorse Sunitha. I have worked with her as opposing counsel and thought she was strong and professional advocate."
"I have acted as a mediator in several cases now where Sunitha has represented one of the two sides in conflict. She comes prepared to every mediation, and she has always had her clients prepared to deal with what can only be said to be a difficult process. What makes her a great lawyer is the fact that although she comes prepared to litigate each case, she comes ready to make a deal too, if there is one to be had. The ability to act on a dual track like that in family law is a huge asset and one that invariably serves her clients well. Thus, I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"Ms. Anjilvel is an excellent lawyer who goes the extra two miles for her clients. I would not hesitate to send a client her way and endorse her wholeheartedly."
"Sunitha is an extremely dedicated, knowledgeable, and trustworthy attorney. Her compassion combined with her ability to understand her clients' needs makes her an excellent family law attorney."
"She is down to earth and focused on meeting her clients needs."
Experience
Honors
2025
Woman of the Year, Seattle University School of Law
1993
Certificate of Founder's Distinction, Marystown - Burin Laubach Literacy Council
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner Attorney, Anjilvel Law
2024 - 2025
President, Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)
2019 - 2024
Governor Congressional District 1, Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)
2005 - 2005
Supervising Director, Californians for Fair Redistricting
1995 - 2007
Owner Attorney at Law, Law Office of Sunitha Anjilvel (California)
1990 - 1993
Staff Attorney, Newfoundland Legal Aid Commission
Associations
2019 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationBoard of Governors Congressional District One
2019 - Present
Editorial Advisory Committee Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Personnel Committee Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2019 - Present
South Asian Bar Association of WashingtonMember
2019 - Present
Practice of Law BoardMember
2019 - Present
Domestic Relations Attorneys of WashingtonBoard of Directors
2019 - Present
Washington State Bar FoundationBoard Member
2018 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Diversity CommitteeMember subcomittee to develop CLE on microaggression
2018 - Present
Diversity Committee Washington State bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Association of Conciliation and Family CourtsMember
2008 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaActive Member
2018 - 2019
Washington State Bar AssociationMember CLE Planning Committee
2013 - 2014
Kinship Care Project King county bar AsscoationVolunteer Attorney
2009 - 2009
Volunteer Attorneys for Persons Living with AidsVolunteer Attorney
2009 - 2010
King County Bar AssociationPublic Relations member Pro Bono Services Commitee
Sample of Legal Cases
Modification of Parenting plan
obtained successful result for client
Attorney
Obtained finding of contempt
Attorney
Guardianship granted for gender non conforming adult with developmental challenges
attorney
client won right to joint decsionmaking regarding childrens medical and educational needs
Attorney
Successful settlement achieved in race discrimination case against quasi public employer
attorney
Was able to elicit testimony regarding police departments treatment of the deceased shining a light on the circumstances of his untimely death
Third Party Custody Case
Custody of grandchild awarded to grandparents
International adoption
Successful completion of adoption
Campaign finance lawyer
Campaign remained in compliance with law
Education
1990
Dalhousie University, School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
McGill University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Legal Lunchbox Series CLE
Microaggressions and BIas in Law
2018
Diversity Panel Washington State Bar Association
Best Practices in approaching Diversity Fellowship Applications
Publications
2021
Washington State Bar News
Law in the Time of COVID-19
2016
Port Townsend Leader
Man shot by Seattle PD
2014
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Blog
Parental rights in Washington: Parenting Plans defined
2013
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Blog
What is Spousal Maintenance?
2013
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Blog
Issues facing separating couples: When to represent yourself
2012
AVVO Legal Guides
Divorce in Plain English
2011
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Blog
Keeping divorce costs down: Agree to agree (if you can)
2011
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Blog
Save money in legal fees – forewarned is forearmed
2010
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Group
Preparing for end-of-life: 3 important documents
2009
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Blog
What to do if your spouse asks for a divorce
2008
Anjilvel Mentzer Law Blog
Affordable divorce in Washington: Unbundled Legal Services
Languages
English
Spanish
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
In Washington state, when my spouse dies, what is the legal process for our property to be put in my name. Must I go to court?
26 Nov 2018
Q&A
I I would like to know am I married? I have gotten married over in Canada and I did file my marriage license this happened 15 ye
26 Nov 2018
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Dying Without A Will -Two Bad Ideas
27 Nov 2018
Legal Guide
Preparing For End-of-Life: 3 Important Documents
17 Aug 2010
Legal Guide
Divorce in Plain English
12 Aug 2010