Licensed for 15 years

State WA

Acquired 2008

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Elizabeth Anne Hoffman

Divorce and separation Attorney at Kirkland, WA

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Amazing Lawyer

Bravo Elizabeth!

In just the one hour initial consultation I had with Elizabeth she captured everything that was important to me in terms of my desires and goals. She never lost sight of my personal needs through the entire process. Good faith mediation was important to my ex, as was keeping costs under control. Elizabeth charted a course that allowed for exactly that. In the end I have good relations with my ex, a thoughtful parenting plan, and I have my beautiful kids half time in my own home. I would not hesitate to recommend Elizabeth in the strongest of terms! John

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EXCEPTIONAL DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW REPRESENTATION. I WILL HELP YOU GET RESULTS.

I devote my practice entirely to family law, with a focus on complex parenting cases. These types of cases are my focus because I enjoy helping parents get through the difficult and stressful process of a divorce or custody proceeding feeling informed and empowered. I believe that my role as an attorney is not only to help the client understand the law and how it will impact their life, but also to provide a sense of security, predictability, and even comfort throughout their case.

In addition to complex parenting cases, I handle all types of family law cases from the straightforward to the complex.

I am currently serving as the mentor for the King County Bar Association Family Law Mentor program. I provide training, support, and advice to a group of attorneys who are new to family law, and who have volunteered to provide direct representation to low-income persons involved in a family law matter where a child is at risk. Many of these clients are victims of domestic violence.

I am committed to being a resource not only to my clients, but to the community at large, particularly in the areas of domestic violence advocacy and the welfare of children.

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McKinley Irvin

(855) 588-0063 Office

10220 NE Points Drive

Kirkland, WA, 98033

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McKinley Irvin

(855) 588-0063 Office

10900 NE 4th Street

Suite 2220

Bellevue, WA, 98004

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McKinley Irvin

(855) 588-0063 Office

1501 Fourth Avenue

Suite 1750

Seattle, WA, 98101

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4.3 / 5.0

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Posted by Guyl | October 8, 2015

Amazing Lawyer

Elizabeth has done some amazing work for me as my lawyer. She has gone above and beyond what any average lawyer would do. Thanks to her we have won a custody battle that has taken a year to get anywhere. I recommend her to everyone I know. She has worked hours on end during the week and on weekends non stop to make sure that we can do everything possible for my son to have the best life he can have

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Posted by John | September 24, 2015

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Senior Attorney
McKinley Irvin
2019 - Present

Family Law Mentor
King County Bar Association
2013 - 2013

Attorney
McKinley Irvin
2012 - 2019

Associate
Rao & Pierce, PLLC
2008 - 2012

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Education

Seattle University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008

Smith College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2003

Legal Cases

In re the Marriage of Goldsmith, Court of Appeals of the State of Washington, Division II, No. 37291-0.
Affirmed in favor of the Respondent in an upublished opinion.

Relocation
Successfully blocked the relocation pending trial. The parties ultimately settled with the mother agreeing not to relocate.

Dissolution of Marriage
The parties settled their case with the wife receiving several years of maintenance and a disproportionate award of property.

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Associations

King County Bar Association, Family Law Mentor/Mentee Program
Mentor
2013 - Present

King County Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
2008 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section
Member
2008 - Present

Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Super Lawyer
SuperLawyers
2023

Ones to Watch
Best Lawyers
2023

The One to Watch
Best Lawyers
2022

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2020

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2019

Rising Star
Washington Super Lawyers
2018

Rising Star
Washington Super Lawyers
2017

Rising Star
Washington Super Lawyers
2016

Mentor of the Year
King County Bar Association, Young Lawyer's Division
2015

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2015

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2014

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Publications

The Seattle Lesbian
What LGBT Couples Need to Know About Their Parental Rights
2014

King County Bar Bulletin
New Cases Broaden De Facto Parentage Doctrine
2014

Edge on the Net
Attorney Elizabeth Hoffman on the Evolving Definition of Family
2014

McKinley Irvin Family Law Blog
How to Divorce if You are Unsure You are Legally Married...and What to do if You're Not
2014

McKinley Irvin Family Law Blog
How to Create a Workable Long Distance Parenting Plan
2013

McKinley Irvin Family Law Blog
5 Tips to Start You on the Road to Re-Employment after a Divorce
2012

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Speaking Engagements

McKinley Irvin Family Law Speaker Series
De Facto Parentage: Understanding Local Laws
2014

Attorney endorsements

Received (29)

Given (27)

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Rachel Bender

Unknown Attorney | Jul 22
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth graciously took the time to give me wonderful advice about practicing family law while I was a law student. She's clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about family law."

Holly Hermon

Family Attorney | Jul 29
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Danielle LaBelle

Family Attorney | Apr 24
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Mindy Stannard

Family Attorney | Jan 24
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Brien Galbraith

Divorce and separation Attorney | Jan 06
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Michael McCarthy

Family Attorney | Oct 31
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Boaz Weintraub

Family Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Kim Schnuelle

Family Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Co-worker

"Trustworthy!"

Jennifer Payseno

Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Caring and Trustworthy!"

Annelisa Smith

Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Rita Irvin

Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Anthony Zorich

Divorce and separation Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Sands McKinley

Family Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jessica Moore

Family Attorney | Apr 03
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jamie Walker

Family Attorney | Feb 13
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Christina Smith

Family Attorney | Feb 05
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Jonathan Hilty

Divorce and separation Attorney | Feb 02
Relationship: Co-worker

"Liz is a strong and effective advocate for her clients. She is detail-oriented while always staying focused on the client's overall legal goals. Her legal representation consistently achieves great results. I endorse this lawyer."

Collin McKean

Divorce and separation Attorney | Feb 01
Relationship: Co-worker

"Elizabeth understands that all issues, large or small, are important to her clients. She is responsive and attentive to her clients in difficult situations. I endorse this lawyer."