Amy Carei is a Tacoma family law attorney who represents clients in divorce, child custody, and domestic violence matters throughout Pierce County. Known for her approachable style and clear communication, Amy helps clients understand complex legal issues and navigate difficult situations with confidence.
With a background supporting survivors of domestic violence, Amy is especially committed to helping clients create safer, more stable futures for themselves and their families. She takes a collaborative approach, empowering clients to actively participate in their case while providing steady legal guidance every step of the way.
A lifelong Washingtonian, Amy is valued by clients for her empathy, practical advice, and dedication to achieving meaningful results.
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1201 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98402
1011 E Main, Suite 456, Puyallup, WA, 98372
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Posted by Samantha | August 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amy is the best!
I am so grateful to have had Amy Carei, and Sondra Lee on my side. I had some very important changes made to my parenting plan. They kept me informed and up to date through the whole process. I was clear about my priorities and goals and together we achieved them. I would strongly recommend them to...
Posted by Brian | June 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amy Carei
THE BEST. UNBELIEVABLY AMAZING I hired her as my child custody lawyer. She was very clear precise and so easily accessible.she knew when to strike and when to sit back in the background. She never once tried to manipulate me or my choices just gave me clear explanations and detailed facts from prior...
Posted by Ciara | April 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
Amy and Sondra have been amazing throughout my divorce process! With being only 21, I went through something I never thought I’d have to go through but they made it such an easy process! They both were so helpful and it didn’t matter the time of day, Amy was willing to talk on the phone even after sh...
"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is a caring, intelligent, pragmatic, and capable attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend her work."
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Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America
2025
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2024
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2025 - Present
Law Practice Supervising Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2022 - 2025
Senior Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2020 - 2022
Attorney, Elise Buie Family Law Group
2018 - 2020
Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2017 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Groves Law Offices
2015 - 2016
Attorney, Crystal Judson Family Law Justice Center
2015 - 2016
Volunteer Attorney, Rainbow Center/VLS Neighborhood Clinic
2015 - 2015
Legal Intern, Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals
2013 - 2013
Rule 9 Attorney, Northwest Justice Project
2017 - Present
Tacoma-Pierce County Bar FoundationMember
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Ethics in Parenting Plans for Incarcerated Parents
2019
Ethics in Parenting Plans for Prison Inmates
2019
Silent Petitioners and the RPCs
2020
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