After a career as a therapist, I decided that I could be more effective at helping people overcome the difficulties in their lives as a lawyer. I now enjoy working to help families and children through the difficult transitions that are associated with divorce.
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Mckinley Irvin, PLLC
1501 Fourth Ave, Ste. 1750
Seattle, WA, 98101
McKinley Irvin
2825 Colby Avenue
Suite 306
Everett, WA, 98201
McKinley Irvin
10900 NE 4th Street
Suite 2220
Bellevue, WA, 98004
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2012 | 05/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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The One to Watch | Best Lawyers | 2022 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2021 |
The One To Watch | Best Lawyers | 2021 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2015 |
Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
Order of the Barristers | Order of the Barristers | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Senior Attorney | McKinley Irvin | 2019 - Present |
Attorney | McKinley Irvin, PLLC | 2018 - 2019 |
Attorney at Law | Brian Edwards Family Law PC | 2017 - 2018 |
Of Counsel | Pivotal Law Group | 2015 - 2017 |
Partner | Rao & Pierce, PLLC | 2013 - 2015 |
Associate | Rao & Pierce, PLLC | 2012 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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CASA of King County | Court Appointed Special Advocate | 2015 - Present |
Order of Barristers | 2012 - Present | |
King County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division | Liaison to the Family Law Section of the WSBA | 2012 - 2014 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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King County Bar Bulletin | The Interplay of Criminal and Civil Domestic Cases | 2018 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Seattle University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
Argosy University | MA - Masters | 2009 |
University of California - Santa Barbara | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2004 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Civil Procedure Course | Family Law Motion Practice - Civil Procedue | 2015 |
Seattle University Mock Trial | Mock Trial Preparation | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Faris v. Faris | Decision for my client, Respondent |
In re: the Custody of LMS | Ruling for Respondents |
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Tarik Polovina, Family Attorney on Feb 19, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Steven Clark, Unknown Attorney on Apr 16, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is a dedicated and effective advocate for his clients. He is incredibly knowledgeable in his field, and I would never hesitate to refer a client to him. His tenacity and professionalism are second to none.
Tarik Polovina, Family Attorney on Feb 19, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Steven Clark, Unknown Attorney on Apr 16, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is a dedicated and effective advocate for his clients. He is incredibly knowledgeable in his field, and I would never hesitate to refer a client to him. His tenacity and professionalism are second to none.
Lisa Sharpe, Family Attorney on Mar 31, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse Brian Edward for family law representation. He is confident and capable. I had a difficult case against him, and he was professional and tenacious.
Vicki Oslund, Family Attorney on Oct 29, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Great family law attorney and good Snohomish County experience as well.
Christopher Rao, Family Attorney on Oct 22, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Danielle LaBelle, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 7, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Rita Irvin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 7, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Sands McKinley, Family Attorney on Feb 7, 2018
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Paul Eagle, Family Attorney on Dec 15, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I proudly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Edwards is a superb lawyer, tireless advocate and bright light in our legal community. I wholeheartedly and readily endorse this lawyer.
McKean Evans, Family Attorney on Sep 19, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
Brian is a consummate family law attorney. He's emphatic, practical and dedicated. I've observed him vigorously and persuasively advocate for his clients in court and in settlement negotiations. In an area of law that can be intimidating, emotional and intensely personal, Brian shows his clients the utmost understanding and respect. I don't hesitate to endorse him.
Jonathan Hilty, Family Attorney on Dec 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Brian Edwards. Brian is a strong advocate, and he achieves great results for his clients. I have referred clients to Brian with full confidence he will successfully address their legal needs.
Christopher Thayer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 10, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Brian on several matters and have found him to be very bright, knowledgeable and hard working. I believe he brings a unique perspective to a challenging field of practice and would recommend him to anyone who is dealing with a dissolution or other family-law related matter.
Shannon Story, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. His attention to the needs of his client and helping them meet those needs is top notch! Brian is an attorney I look forward to working with in the future and his clients should rest assured knowing they can depend on his integrity, and competency in handling their case.
Kim Sandher, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Brian is a highly competent attorney that is empathetic, sharp, and dedicated to advocating for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.
Elizabeth Hoffman, Unknown Attorney on Jan 30, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is an effective advocate with very impressive courtroom skills. He takes a practical but also creative approach to serving clients in a diverse range of practice areas. I am happy to endorse him.
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