About Kimberly
Biography
Kimberly Brown is a strategic and determined family law attorney known for her strong courtroom presence, candid guidance, and skilled negotiation. She represents clients in all aspects of family law, with particular experience advocating for men and fathers, especially in complex and non-traditional custody matters.
Born in Taipei and raised in the Seattle area by her military father, Kimberly understands the importance of strong parental relationships and brings both compassion and tenacity to her work. Clients value her ability to make them feel heard, prepared, and confidently supported through difficult transitions.
Kimberly thrives in litigation and trial work, where her adaptability and strategic thinking shine. She also frequently represents high earners and approaches settlement negotiations with a practical understanding of the financial and emotional dynamics at play.
Before becoming an attorney, Kimberly worked in retail, corporate travel, and image consulting, experiences that shaped her client-focused approach. She holds degrees in Psychology and African American History and Culture, giving her added insight into mental health, special needs and differently abled children, and the cultural dynamics that can impact family law matters.
Outside of work, Kimberly enjoys travel, golf, writing, and spending time with her large, close-knit family and two dogs.
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Licensed in Washington for 24 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
McKinley Irvin
707 S. Grady Way, Suite 600, Renton, WA, 98057
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1201 Pacific Ave., Suite 2000, Tacoma, WA, 98402
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601 Union Street, Suite 3030, Seattle, WA, 98101
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2825 Colby Avenue, Suite 306, Everett, WA, 98201
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10220 NE Points Drive, Suite 330, Kirkland, WA, 98033
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10900 NE 4th Street, Suite 2220, Bellevue, WA, 98004
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Kimberly D Brown's Reviews
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26 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | 1 star
Posted by Liudmila | July 26, 2025
Never higher her
Kimberly only cares about her money. I was trying to explain her my situation and my case all she cares if I'm able to pay her fee . I can tell you from very beginning all she cares about her money not your case. Very disgusting person
Posted by Kimberly | April 07, 2023
An idiot and a greedy lawyer who’ll only waste your time and money
She’ll waste your time and money dragging your case out for, literally, YEARS. She’s a fat, ugly, greedy pig. She represented my ex in a divorce and I, representing myself as a “pro se” party, with zero legal training, still beat her handily in court. Meanwhile, for almost TWO YEARS, she dragged t...
Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2018
Speechless
I consulted with Kimberly Brown and was shocked by what I encountered. She is rude, unnecessarily combative, and focuses on going to battle; not finding a solution that's conducive to all parties involved. I could not get her to focus on anything other than being "out to get" my soon to be ex-husband...
Kimberly Brown
Replied last November 13, 2018Attorney's dont have an agenda for your life. There would be no reason for any attorney to be "out to get" anyone's soon to be Ex. No one wants a court battle (or the mountains of paper work necessary to engage it) unless absolutely necessary. If I was told a story that led me to believe that a potential client and the children were in need of protection and support then I'm going to recommend immediation court action. If I heard a story that lead me to believe that I am working with one half of 2 mature and reasonable adults that have mutually deciding to part ways - then my recommendation would focus on non-litigation means of resolution. My recommendations are based soley on the information I receive from the client. Attorneys aren't out to "get" anyone. We just do the paperwork and make the arguments based on the information that the client provides. Oh...and I'm not apologizing for making my services "affordable". I'm an attorney - not a brain surgeon.
Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2018
Very unprofessional
Kimberly was the most unprofessional attorney I have ever met. Her communication style is completely unsophisticated; she focused on information which was irrelevant to the case for the simple pleasure of slinging mud. Not what I was looking for to represent me. She also shared personal privileg...
Kimberly Brown
Replied last November 13, 2018Although this anonymous individual claims to be a "client" I highly question that representation. My database for the 6 months prior to this posting does not reveal to me any client who would have been this unhappy. (Not that it isn't possible, as you simply cannot please everyone - but no one sticks out in my mind). Admittedly, my practice style is within the "No. B.S." fly zone. Every real client of mine will tell you that I am NOT going to tell you what you want to hear. Divorce, dividing assets, splitting up residential time between children ...none of that is pleasant or easy. We get through it with as much grace and compassion as we can - but attorney's are not miracle workers and we are not therapists. It's not our job to make you feel good about what is happening. For me to pretend that "everything is going to be just fine"...in some cases is simply not true. In some cases it will get worse before it gets better. There might be investigations, evaluations, and probing into financail and personal, private matters. Divorce is hard. It can be complicated and is definitely emotional - even when its been planned for a long time. An attorney's job is to provide you with information about the law and how the law applies to your situation; the climate of the jurists on the bench, and how to maneuver the legal system to get you from where you are (married) to where you are headed (not married). As much as I would like to be able to tell every client or potential client that we can work towards settlement - there are some cases where that is simpley not possible. Some cases require a certain level of litigation. Many people come to me with horrific stories of DV, extreme alcohol/drug use or other issues that would trigger required restrictions (by law) in a parenting plan - but then tell me they want to "settle" amicably and "share" custdoy of the children week on/week off. I'm sorry...but ...frankly, I will not do that. I will not be responisble for arguing in favor of a parenting plan that places children in a potentially dangerous situation. If what I have been told is true - I then question why on earth the person would want to settle in such a manner ...and now I am questioning the thought process of my potential client. Things have broken down before they've started. They have to find someone else. I often refuse to representation becasue I do not agree with the direction that they wanted to take the case....and that's okay - there's another attorney out there that would be happy to take you money. It just isnt me. When something is broken - you dont patch it up and make it look pretty and call it good. You fix it. You dont share custody and place your children in the care of someone who is an untreated alcoholic or drug user. You dont place yourself in positions to deal face to face, alone or one-on-one with a person who has a history of Domestci Violence. You make decisions that keep you and your chidren safe - first and foremost.
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2015
Do not Trust this Lawyer! She is not Professional in the Court House nor with her Clients!
Kimberly Brown needs to respect her clients and her adversary. As she tried to help me with my case in court for kids, she started yelling and interrupting the commissioner. I personally thought she has issues either at home or with her practice. Thank gawed the commissioner put Kimberly Brown in p...
Kimberly Brown
Replied last January 14, 2015Each time I am advised by a peer or actual client that there is a negative review on this site - I am contiually perplexed by who writes these and the "checks and balances" on this site to ensure that these are written by actual clients and are listed for the right person. The above person is not a client of mine. I acutally believe that this review as well as the one below are written by an attorney who was previous counsel who I reproted to the WSBA and who is currently facing disciplinary actions. The only way you will actually know whether an attorney is right for you is to go meet with them and speak with clients that they actually represent.
Kimberly D Brown's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer. Highly professional yet civil to work with. Kim always puts her clients first."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had many cases against Ms. Brown. She is a tenacious advocate for all of her clients while also maintaining the utmost in professionalism. I would not hesitate in hiring Ms. Brown for any family law matter."
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Family lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Of Counsel, McKinley Irvin
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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