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  • Partner Samuel Page Appointed as Commissioner Pro Tempore

    Partner Samuel Page Appointed as Commissioner Pro Tempore McKinley Irvin is pleased to announce that Tacoma Partner Samuel Page has been appointed as a Commissioner Pro Tempore in Pierce County Superior Court. As a Commissioner Pro Tempore, Sam will be called to preside over matters when a sitting Commissioner is unavailable. Candidates for this role are typically selected based on various criteria, including their depth of experience and knowledge, their adeptness in objectively interpreting legal matters, and their capacity to exhibit a judicious demeanor under pressure. Sam has ...
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  • McKinley Irvin Welcomes Katie McGinley to our Vancouver Office

    McKinley Irvin Welcomes Katie McGinley to our Vancouver Office McKinley Irvin is pleased to welcome family law attorney Katie McGinley to the firm as a Senior Attorney in our Vancouver office. A certified mediator and trained collaborative divorce lawyer, Katie tailors her approach based on her client’s circumstances and desired outcome. Her experience as a former certified life coach adds another dimension to her skill set, enabling her to excel in active listening, assist individuals in identifying their interests, and offer valuable encouragement. Originally from Portland, Katie ...
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  • McKinley Irvin Announces New Partners

    McKinley Irvin Announces New Partners McKinley Irvin is pleased to announce that Brian Edwards, Samuel Page, and Hillary Roberts-Griffith have been named partner. The promotion of these three attorneys reflects our firm’s commitment to leadership and excellence in family law. Brian Edwards Brian volunteers his skills outside of the office to advocate for the best interests of children, educate law students, and increase access to justice. He is a court appointed special advocate and volunteer attorney with CASA of King County. He has served two times as a family ...
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  • McKinley Irvin Named in 2024 Best Law Firms®

    McKinley Irvin Named in 2024 Best Law Firms® McKinley Irvin is proud to be acknowledged for outstanding professionalism in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms ®. With a 13-year streak of recognition, the firm continues to maintain its Tier 1 status as a leading family law firm in the Seattle metropolitan area. Firms included in the Best Law Firms list have received persistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. To qualify for inclusion in the Best Law Firms list, a firm must have at least one lawyer listed in The Best Lawyers in America. McKinley Irvin has ...
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  • David Starks Named Family Law “Lawyer of the Year” For the Second Time

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

    McKinley Irvin Ranked #5 Best Workplace in Washington by Puget Sound Business Journal 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®

    29 McKinley Irvin Attorneys Listed in 2024’s The Best Lawyers In America® 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.

    McKinley Irvin Welcomes Joel C. Odimba, Jr. 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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