Mindy Michelle Carr

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Mindy Michelle Carr

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Abuse, Mediation, Appeals

1752 NW Market Street, #126, Seattle, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Mindy

Biography

Compassionate and Fearless Advocacy in Family Law Matters. Call 206-202-3102

Compassionate and Fearless Advocacy in Family Law Matters. Call 206-202-3102

Compassionate and Fearless Advocacy in Family Law Matters. Call 206-202-3102

Compassionate and Fearless Advocacy in Family Law Matters. Call 206-202-3102

Compassionate and Fearless Advocacy in Family Law Matters. Call 206-202-3102

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 75%

18 years

75%
Child Abuse 10%

19 years

10%
Mediation 10%

10%
Appeals 5%

19 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 550-550 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 17 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Carr Family Law PLLC

1752 NW Market Street, #126, Seattle, WA, 98107

carrfamilylaw.com/

Mindy Michelle Carr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

64 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 18 of 18 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Kimberly | March 22, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Attorney

Mindy is very personable and attentive. She set me up with all the information and tools I needed to shorten the duration of the case. She took on an extra work load with communicating and arranging everything from the classes I had to take to simplifying my court appearance to only one day, which wa...s great for me being from a different city. She works quickly and her communication to me was a huge benefit, especially being in two different cities. I never felt lost, she had everything I needed to do all layed out from the get go. I was able to start the process right away and the final result was worth every penny.

Posted by Thomas | January 11, 2012

Criminal Defense Attorney Review for Mindy Carr

Mindy did a wonderful job on my case. She was professional, caring and most importantly had extensive legal knowledge of the situation. The outcome was as good as could have been expected. I'm very glad she was my lawyer!

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Expensive and ineffective

I read the reviews for Ms. Carr and was hopeful she'd be able to help me in a difficult family law case. Her reviews were glowing and spoke about her being to be a great advocate for people like me. Unfortunately, at least in my case, my experience with Ms. Carr was far below expectations. I origi...nally hired Ms. Carr to help me with a contempt motion that was filed against me by my vindictive ex spouse. While I have had the services of attorneys in the past and I've also represented myself successfully in the past, I decided given my workload and other commitments it would be best to have legal representation. That, it turns out, was a costly mistake. Ms. Carr's arguments in both written pleadings and with the court were completely ineffective. Subsequently, the other party got everything that they asked for, including a hefty judgment of legal fees. The exorbitant fees charged Ms. Carr for this relatively simple hearing added insult to the injury. I was prepared to end the attorney-client relationship with Ms. Carr, but my spouse persuaded me to give her another chance. After all, she had great reviews and that must be indicative of something. I relented and shortly thereafter I was served with a motion to relocate my children out of the country. Ms. Carr insisted on another significant reinvestment into a trust and told me that she would not be able to represent me at trial regardless of the outcome. Due to the limited time I had to reply to motion, I was forced to rely upon Ms. Carr. That, again, was a costly mistake. Again at the hearing Ms. Carr looked completely overwhelmed and over her head. Her arguments were not the slightest bit persuasive to the judge even though the factors should have been weighed in my favor. In fact, the judge did not find a single factor in my favor, even a couple that should have been obvious to anyone. I have been in the family law circus in King County for nearly a decade. I've had several attorneys represent me. I've left most of them on very good terms. I know that sometimes you just don't prevail in family law and there isn't anything you could do differently. I want to acknowledge that perhaps for some litigants, Ms. Carr might be a good fit. I suspect she does better when the opposing counsel is friendly and collaborative. I could see her excelling in an environment like that. Unfortunately, my ex spouse and her attorney are vicious and were able to exploit Ms. Carr's lack of strategy and legal acumen. As I have stated before, I have won cases on my own as a pro se litigant. I am not a novice. When I asked Ms. Carr to conduct legal research to provide case law and statutory support for our arguments, she seemed confused and incapable. For someone who has been dealing with the family law system as long as I have, that should have been a big red flag. Beyond her lack of legal acumen, the other biggest issue I have with Ms. Carr is her billing practices. She charged me nearly $20,000 for two very simple hearings. Even opposing counsel only charged $4000 for the first component, which I ultimately had to pay in addition to Ms. Carr's fees. I understand lawyers are expensive, but Ms. Carr's billing was unjustified. She lured me and my wife in with grandiose plans, but then never delivered on them. We frankly feel cheated.

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Mindy Michelle Carr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anna Goykhman Alexander

Appeals lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I refer to Mindy with confidence. She is bright, energetic and compassionate. She has great perspective and treats her clients with care."

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Briteney Mercer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy has all the attributes that a potential client should be looking for in a lawyer. She's smart, has a good range of experience and has excellent trial and writing skills. Additionally, she is tenacious and creative - both critical to being a great criminal defense lawyer. I would absolutely trust her to handle any case."

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Linda Lillevik

Family lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Mindy on family law cases and dependency cases. She is creative, dedicated, and a fighter for her clients. Plus, she has a really good sense of humor."

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Jennifer Langbehn

Child abuse lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy is a strong advocate for her clients and the system. She is clever and passionate, and works hard to get the best outcome for her clients."

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Martin Hodges

Unknown lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mindy Carr fights hard to protect her client's legal interests. Mindy is respected by her peers, opposing counsel and local Judges. Mindy is a zealous advocate who gets great results for her clients. I highly recommend Mindy Carr for any person needing serious legal help."

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Emily Henry

Unknown lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy is not afraid to rock the boat. She can get down to the trickiest issues and argue for her clients comfortably and confidently."

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Adam Ballout

Child abuse lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked across from Mindy prior to her joining our office and now work together with her. Mindy is a dedicated and hard-working professional who strongly and effectively represents her client's interests. I highly endorse her work."

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Flint Stebbins

Child abuse lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Ms. Carr as an attorney who cares about her clients, produces positive outcomes, pays close attention to the details of her cases, and will aggressively advocate for her clients. She is intelligent, thorough, and is respected by her peers. I have been opposing counsel to Ms. Carr and in that capacity developed great respect for her. She has recently joined our office and we are very excited about the skill and intellect she brings."

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Tristan Bullington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Worked together as an intern and have followed her career including her many trial successes. Fantastic attorney."

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James Egan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy Carr is a sharp yet friendly lawyer with a keen wit. She is a great public speaker. Prosecutors and judges find her personable, trustworthy, and nonetheless a solid advocate for her clients' interests. I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Anderson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mindy is one of the brightest lawyers I have met. She has a strong work ethic and always has a positive eager attitude. One of the best to have on your side!"

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Elizabeth Hoffman

Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy is a smart and unflappable attorney with true dedication to her clients. I happily endorse her, and refer clients to her with confidence."

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Patricia Fulton

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Ms. Carr. Mindy is one of a select few lawyers that I know I can count on when I have a conflict on a case. I trust her completely to be professional, kind, and a zealous advocate for her clients. She can handle anything that comes up in court, no matter how unexpected."

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Cassandra De Arriaga-Shaw

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Oftentimes I call on Mindy to assist me on a matter. I trust her with my clients knowing she'll give them the same care I do and I'm confident in her abilities. Mindy has earned a wonderful reputation in the legal community by her dedication and intellect."

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James White

Appeals lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowledgeable, diligent and caring. Mindy Carr is quickly making a reputation for herself as a "go-to" attorney for appellate issues."

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Lenell Nussbaum

Appeals lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mindy Carr worked with me on a very interesting and complicated appeal with novel issues. She took charge of researching the law in every other state in the union -- no small task! Her results greatly strengthened our brief on appeal. I look forward to being able to work with her again."

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Michael Tumposky

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Mindy to anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney in the Seattle area. She is as fierce and tough-minded as they come."

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Andrea Robertson

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy is a dedicated, intelligent, thorough advocate. She truly cares about her clients, first and foremost. The quality of her legal writing and analysis is excellent. She's a fantastic choice if you need representation!"

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Lila Silverstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy is a passionate advocate for the rights of the accused and an efficient worker who optimizes available resources."

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Todd Maybrown

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mindy is an excellent attorney, who cares deeply about her clients and her work. I am happy to endorse her as I know she will give her all on any case."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Best Lawyers Family Law, Best Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Best Family Law Attorneys 2025, Best Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyers Family Law 2025, SuperLawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyers Family Law 2024, Super Lawyers

2024

Best Family Law Attorneys 2024, Best Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyers Family Law 2023, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyers Family Law 2022, SuperLawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2020, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2019

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2019, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2018, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Pro Bono Publico Service Honor Roll, Washington State Bar Association

2014

Pro Bono Honor, Columbia Legal Services

2011

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2011

Trial Practice Institute Scholarship, National College of Criminal Defense

2010

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2008

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2007

Best Brief Award in Appellate Competition, University of Washington

2003

Cum Laude, Rice University

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Carr Family Law PLLC

2018 - 2020

Partner, Wechsler Becker, LLP

2016 - 2018

Attorney, Skellenger Bender, PS

2015 - 2016

Attorney, O'loane Nunn Law Group, PLLC

2014 - 2015

Attorney, Abc Law Group, LLP

2013 - 2014

Attorney, Carey & Lillevik, PLLC

2010 - 2013

Attorney/Owner, Scout Law Group, PLLC

2008 - 2008

Attorney, Snohomish County Public Defender's Office

2007 - 2011

Appellate Attorney, Washington Appellate Project

2007 - 2007

Rule 9 Intern, Society of Counsel Representing Accused Persons

2007 - 2007

Law Clerk, Legal Voice

2006 - 2007

Legal Intern, Innocence Project

2006 - 2006

Law Clerk, Texas Civil Rights Project

Associations

2013 - Present

King County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2012 - Present

Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association of Seattle

Attorney Member

2015 - 2016

Snohomish County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Board Member

2014 - 2016

Snohomish County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2013 - 2014

Washington Women Lawyers (King County chapter)

Criminal Law Sub-Committee Member

2013 - 2014

Washington Women Lawyers

Board Member

2010 - 2016

Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice Section

Attorney Member

2008 - 2016

Washington Defender Association

Attorney Member

2007 - 2017

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2007 - 2008

Innocence Project Clinic

Student

2007 - 2009

Public Interest Law Association

Member

Education

2015

Dispute Resolution Center of King County

Certificate of Completion - Mediation Training

2014

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Collaborative Law Training

2011

National Criminal Defense College

2008

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Rice University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2016

Snohomish County Bar Association, Family Law Section Impact of new third party custody cases on old and new cases

2015

Washington Defender Association

Aggressive/Proactive Advocacy in Dependency Cases

2010

May a juvenile court terminate a mother's parental rights based on her poor choice in romantic partners?

In re D.B.

2010

May a court terminate a mother's parental rights based on her relationship with a man who abused her but not her children?

In re Dependency of B.R. and T.V.

2009

Does the "evidence of arrest" exception under Arizona v. Gant apply under the Washington State Constitution?

State v. Jordan

Publications

2012

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers DUI News - December 2012

Languages

English

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