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Brian Patrick Edwards
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About Brian
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 13 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
McKinley Irvin
601 Union Street, Suite 3030, Seattle, WA, 98101
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2825 Colby Avenue, Suite 306, Everett, WA, 98201
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10900 NE 4th Street, Suite 2220, Bellevue, WA, 98004
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Brian Patrick Edwards's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
31 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by OLGA | July 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
High praise for attorneys is rare, but Brian truly deserves it!!!
High praise for attorneys is rare, but Brian truly deserves it in many meaningful ways. I worked with him twice. My first experience with Brian was a few years ago, when I needed a good attorney who would lead and directed me through my divorce after 25 years and fight for a spousal support. He was e...
Posted by Erin | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Family law
Brian handled a very complicated child custody case for me after I moved in from out of State and then helped me move internationally. He was very professional and helpful and also very kind. I have recommended him to friends since then.
Posted by Ruslana | January 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great lawyer
Brian was great to work with. He handled my very hostile divorce with a lot of grace and wisdom. His social work background really shines, when things got really out of hand, he was able to keep his composure and give a lot of sound advice that later paid off. He has a lot of wit when it comes to cus...
Posted by Allan | August 26, 2014 | Child Support
recommend highly
Brian did an excellent job representing me for a child support modification petition that resulted in actually lowering my monthly obligation. He is knowledgeable, well prepared, and an excellent litigator.
Posted by Shar | March 24, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Great Family Law Attorney
Brian did an excellent job for me in a long and rather sordid divorce and child custody dispute. He was super-responsive to all my correspondence via phone or email! He is knowledgeable, detail-oriented and expresses himself well in court. When he picked up my case from another attorney in his firm, ...
Brian Patrick Edwards's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great family law attorney and good Snohomish County experience as well."
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"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Brian is a highly competent attorney that is empathetic, sharp, and dedicated to advocating for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"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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Experience
Honors
2026
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
The One to Watch, Best Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
The One To Watch, Best Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2012
Order of the Barristers, Order of the Barristers
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Partner, McKinley Irvin
2022 - 2022
Adjunct Professor, Seattle University School Of Law
2019 - 2024
Senior Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2018 - 2019
Attorney, McKinley Irvin, PLLC
2017 - 2018
Attorney at Law, Brian Edwards Family Law PC
2015 - 2017
Of Counsel, Pivotal Law Group
2013 - 2015
Partner, Rao & Pierce, PLLC
2012 - 2013
Associate, Rao & Pierce, PLLC
Associations
2024 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersMember
2015 - Present
CASA of King CountyCourt Appointed Special Advocate
2012 - 2014
King County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionLiaison to the Family Law Section of the WSBA
2012 - 2012
Order of Barristers
Sample of Legal Cases
Decision for my client, Respondent
Ruling for Respondents
Education
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
MA - Masters
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Family Law Motion Practice - Civil Procedue
2012
Mock Trial Preparation
Publications
2018
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers