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Carolyn Annette Elsey
About Carolyn
Biography
I am committed to providing quality, cost-effective representation in family law and personal injury matters. Whether you have an amicable case or are facing trial, I am ready to help. I have specific experience dealing with child protective services and the mental health system.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-300 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 31 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1994
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2002
Location
Law Offices of Carolyn Annette Elsey
917 Pacific Avenue, Suite 413, Tacoma, WA, 98402
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Carolyn Annette Elsey's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2009 | Guardianship
Our delightful attorney
My wife Joy and I were delightfully surprised with the expertise with which Carolyn was able to handle our guardianship issues with Pierce County and the State of Washington in very little time. She is personable, efficient and willing to spend time in truly helping her clients.
Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2009 | Divorce & Separation
Domestic Abuse Assistance for my daughter
Carolyn helped me with my daugher's divorce last year. She provided all of her assistance pro bono during a very bad time. My daughter fled an extremely abusive husband in June 2008. Her husband had a rifle in the apartment and was threatening her daily. He had already beaten Elizabeth badly on sever...
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2008 | Child Custody
The Answer to My Prayers
Ms. Elsey is presently representing and advising me in my child custody battle with my former wife. I work in law enforcement and am in daily contact with attorneys and some of those in which I have the utmost faith and confidence highly recommended that I seek Ms. Elsey's services. After consultin...
Carolyn Annette Elsey's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Carolyn as a mediator and also as an attorney opposite me on a case. I am very impressed by Carolyn's work ethic, integrity and her knowledge of complex family law issues. I find her highly qualified as a lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Elsey's professionalism and sincerity demonstrates what all lawyers should strive for. Her presence makes our State Bar better."
"I recently worked with Carolyn and was impressed by her knowledge of the law as well as her ability to work out practical matters for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer because she is a little bulldog. She digs into a case and will fight fight fight for her client."
"Carolyn is one of the hardest-working and dedicated lawyers in Pierce County. She also cares a lot about her clients and earns their trust every day."
"I have known Carolyn both personally and professionally for many years. She is a zealous advocate for and compassionate with her clients. Carolyn is hardworking and keeps current on the frequent changes in family law."
"Over the past 5 years, I have personally known Ms. Elsey to be a professional and ethical advocate for her clients. She is compassionate, fair and balanced. At the same time, she is assertive and a zealous advocate for her client's best interest. I have also observed Ms. Elsey speak at a professional family law seminar. She was extremely knowledgeable about her practice area and the law in general. I would definitely refer clients to her."
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"I have witnessed Ms. Elsey represent clients aggressivly and with exceptional competence. I have sent, and will continue to send, clients her way with confidence."
"I have observed Carolyn's work in this community for more than ten years, have referred many clients to her office, and have had numerous opportunities to see her contributions to the legal field and to the community. I strongly endorse her, personally and professionally. Attorney Shannon Kraft"
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2002.
Reprimand issued in WA, 2002
updated on 01/28/2010This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Carolyn’s comment:
“The event Avvo refers to actually occurred in 1996, not 2002. As a brand-new lawyer, I accidentally misfiled a document and thus gave a court inaccurate information. The person who filed the grievance waited 3 years to do so and the disciplinary process took another 4 years. I believe Avvo's system is misleading as different states' disciplinary systems take differing lengths of time.”
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices Of Carolyn A. Elsey
2012 - 2016
Attorney, The Kraft Law Group, P.S.
1994 - 2011
Attorney, Law Offices of Carolyn A. Elsey
Associations
1994 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Knox vs. DSHS
Verdict in Plaintiff's favor
Education
1993
Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Western Washington University
MA - Masters
1988
Montana State University, Bozeman
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2007
Family Law Section
Dealing with Juvenile and Mental Health Courts
2004
Family Law Section
Defending Child Support Contempt Actions
2004
Bar Convention
Child Support Contempt
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can I do if mother will not abide by court order for visitation. she has primary custody w/stipulations
15 Jun 2009
Q&A
Can you be legally separted and still live together
21 Jun 2009
Q&A
How do i stop a divorce in nh? My wife wants one. I do not. We have been married 37 years. Our youngest son and his wife talked
05 Jun 2009
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
How to Handle Pets During a Divorce
20 Jun 2009
Legal Guide
How Do Washington Courts Decide on Joint or Sole Custody in Parenting Plans?
18 Jun 2009
Legal Guide
How Do I Handle Supervised Visitation in My Parenting Plan?
17 Jun 2009