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• David Starks Named Family Law “Lawyer of the Year” For the Second Time

  Aug 22, 2023
  We are proud to announce that Best Lawyers® has named David Starks the 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for family law in the Seattle Metro Area. This is David’s second time receiving this designation, with the first time in 2022. Best Lawyers selects only one “Lawyer of the Year” for each practice area and geographic location, making this accolade particularly significant. This honor is given to the attorney who received the highest overall peer feedback. David continues to carve out an impressive legal career: Diplomate, American ...
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• McKinley Irvin Ranked #5 Best Workplace in Washington by Puget Sound Business Journal

  Aug 18, 2023
  Last night, the Puget Sound Business Journal announced rankings for Washington’s Best 100 Workplaces. McKinley Irvin ranked #5 on the list for large companies. This is the second year in a row that our firm has been recognized in the Best Workplaces list and ranked in the top 5 in our category. Last year, we were in the midsize company category and placed #4. This recognition is driven by employee feedback. The Puget Sound Business Journal partners with Quantum Workplace to anonymously survey hundreds of companies each year. ...
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• 29 McKinley Irvin Attorneys Listed in 2024’s The Best Lawyers In America®

  Aug 17, 2023
  We are proud to announce that 29 McKinley Irvin attorneys were recognized in the 2024 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®, and that Partner David Starks has been named the 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for family law in the Seattle Metro Area. The annual Best Lawyers listing is determined by a comprehensive peer review process to select the leading attorneys in each legal practice area for their geographical region. Inclusion in Best Lawyers is widely considered to be a significant honor. Lawyer of the Year in Family Law ...
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• McKinley Irvin Welcomes Joel C. Odimba, Jr.

  Aug 14, 2023
  McKinley Irvin is pleased to announce that family law attorney Joel C. Odimba, Jr. has joined the firm in our Seattle office. Joel represents clients in all family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, legal separation, LGBT family law, and domestic violence. Named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers® every year since 2020, Joel has been consistently recognized by his peers for his legal acumen and achievements. Carving out an impressive legal resume, his contributions include leadership roles within the ...
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• 24 McKinley Irvin Attorneys Named to 2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

  Jul 31, 2023
  We are proud to announce that 24 of McKinley Irvin’s family law attorneys have been included in the 2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists, setting a new firm record. Brent Bohan, Brian Edwards, and Liz Hoffman-Graff were named Super Lawyers for the first time, and Hillary Dawn, Eric Leavitt, Anne Marggraf, and Margaret Quartararo made their inaugural appearance on the Rising Stars list. Portland attorney, Jack Dekovich, was included in both the Oregon and Washington lists. Partners David Starks and Jennifer Payseno were ...
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• Chambers Recognizes McKinley Irvin and Partners in 2023 High Net Worth Guide

  Jul 20, 2023
  We are proud to share that Jennifer Payseno, David Starks, and McKinley Irvin have been ranked in the prestigious Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide for 2023. A leading legal rankings company, Chambers delivers detailed insight into the world’s top lawyers and law firms. The 2023 High Net Worth Guide identifies and ranks the best lawyers, law firms, and professional advisors globally for international private wealth. Law firms and individual lawyers are ranked in bands from 1 (highest) to 6. Being ranked in any band ...
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• McKinley Irvin Named One of Washington's Best Workplaces for the Second Year

  Jun 12, 2023
  We are proud to announce that McKinley Irvin has been named one of Puget Sound Business Journal’s 100 Best Workplaces in Washington for 2023. This is the second year in a row that our firm has been recognized in the Best Workplaces list. Last year, we ranked #4 for midsize companies. This year, we are in the large company category. The Best Workplaces list is driven by employee feedback. Puget Sound Business Journal’s research partner, Quantum Workplaces, anonymously surveys and scores hundreds of companies each year on ...
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• McKinley Irvin Welcomes Brandy Andersson to our Kirkland Office

  Mar 1, 2023
  McKinley Irvin is pleased to announce that Brandy Andersson has joined the firm as a Senior Attorney in our Kirkland office. Practicing law since 2002, Brandy started off as a felony criminal prosecutor and later transitioned to family law. She spent several years at Eastside Legal Assistance Program (ELAP) and most recently managed a solo family law practice, where she also served as a Guardian ad Litem. Brandy is an accomplished litigator in court. While she excels in litigation, her goal is to resolve her clients’ cases ...
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