Thomas Anthony Cena Jr

Thomas Anthony Cena Jr

4.3
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 49 years

Family Lawyer at University Place, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Litigation

3929 Bridgeport Way West, Suite #304, University Place, WA

About Thomas

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 45%

I have experience in all kinds of family law matters, with an emphasis in collaborative family law practice and mediation. I also do traditional divorce and post-divorce litigation and have emphasized adoption practice the length of my legal career.

50 years | 500 cases

45%
Criminal Defense 35%

The primary focus of my Criminal Defense practice is on federal and state felony and misdemeanor cases, including juvenile offenses. I have 23 years’ experience in representing defendants in federal courts both at the trial and appellate levels. I also have a particular emphasis in the area of firearms law.

50 years | 200 cases

35%
Litigation 20%

I do litigation in the areas of contested adoption proceedings and matters in juvenile court dependency proceedings.

50 years | 300 cases

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 49 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1976

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Thomas A. Cena, Attorney at Law

3929 Bridgeport Way West, Suite #304, University Place, WA, 98466

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Thomas Anthony Cena Jr's Reviews

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4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Lawyer!!!!!

I have used Mr. Cena for my divorce as well as for litigation of intent to relocate with children, child support, and a parenting plan. Mr. Cena's knowledge of family law is impeccable. The divorce went smoothly and I got everything I wanted. He has been available and attentive to my needs, wants, an...d concerns as his client. After my divorce, I decided I would like to move and Mr. Cena filed my intent to relocate, which my ex objected to and was ruthless and malicious in his moves to negate it. Mr. Cena was level-headed honest and worked diligently through out the entire process. I was allowed to relocate with my children. Mr. Cena is a lawyer who practices with tact and professionalism. He also takes a stand for his clients and makes time for his clients. I am still working with Mr. Cena as tumultuous events arise sporadically with my ex and I feel comfortable and worry very little knowing Mr. Cena is working for me and my family. I recommend him highly and cannot express how much he has done for my family!

Posted by Kristi | January 29, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Quickest, smoothest divorce EVER!

One goes into a divorce scared, hurt and angry. Tom made it very clear that he understood my priorities. That being, my children and that I wanted to be able to stay home with them for as long as possible. He even was able to call in some other amazing specialists. Ones that worked with the kids and ...with my ex and I on finances. He understood that I did want to be fair. I was not out for blood. He is a very ethical. Made sure the other side knew what we were asking and why. Never inflammatory, but made darn sure the other side knew when we would not back down. I would recommend him highly. In the end. Got what I needed. Done as quickly as possible. Not dragging it out for the sake of dragging it out. He has a wonderful office staff as well. *side note* his sense of humor really helps break the tension in an awkward situation.

Posted by MaryJo | June 18, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Number One in my Book

I was going through a horrible divorce and needed the best attorney I could find. Tom Cena came highly recommended from friends. When I went for my first consultation, I knew immediately I wanted Tom to represent me. Throughout my ordeal, we worked as a team. He kept me informed of everything that... was happening or could happen. Tom is kind and a very knowledgeable attorney and well respected by his peers. I was and am proud to say "hey, that is Tom Cena my attorney. Not only because he won my case for me, but because he is an awesome arrorney.

Posted by Catherine | August 11, 2013 | Adoption

I Would Use Him Again in a Heartbeat

We were very lucky to find Thomas Cena. He successfully handled a difficult and complicated adoption for us. From the moment I walked into his office I felt I had chosen the right attorney. He was professional, knowledgable and kind. He took time to explain everything and walked us through the entire... process. In court I had the impression that he was respected by everyone, the judge, court administrator etc. I'm overwhelmed with gratitude for what he's done for our family!

Posted by Jack | July 17, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

He rocks

This law office was a good fit for me. Tom Cena is very passionate about what he does. The only things missed in my divorce proceedings were my fault not his. He did a great job against my narcissistic ex. He could not be as good as he is without Rhonda, his Admin Asst. She's the bomb! I was k...ept informed of all meetings and proceedings. I felt like I was treated like a human being and not just a number. They are a tough act to follow.

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Education

1975

University of Puget Sound (now Seattle University) law school

Languages

English

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