About Erin
Biography
Erin Patterson is a dedicated Seattle family law attorney who helps clients navigate divorce, child custody, and parenting plan matters with clarity and confidence. At McKinley Irvin, Erin represents individuals and families throughout King County in a wide range of family law cases, including complex custody disputes and high-conflict divorce matters.
Known for her thoughtful and supportive approach, Erin takes the time to understand each client’s goals and provide clear guidance through every stage of the legal process. Her experience handling cases involving domestic violence, CPS issues, and contested parenting plans gives her a deep understanding of the challenges families face during major life transitions.
Erin combines compassionate client support with strong litigation and negotiation skills to help clients move forward and protect what matters most: their children, their future, and their peace of mind.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 15 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
McKinley Irvin
601 Union Street, Suite 3030, Seattle, WA, 98101
McKinley Irvin
10220 NE Points Drive, Suite 330, Kirkland, WA, 98033
McKinley Irvin
10900 NE 4th Street, Suite 2220, Bellevue, WA, 98004
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Erin E Patterson's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Shout out to Erin and Korri
I am extremely grateful for the support and guidance I received from my attorney (Erin Patterson and Korri Oosting) throughout my divorce process. From the very beginning, they were compassionate, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. They took the time to explain every step clearly, answered all...
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Experience
Work Experience
2026 - Present
Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2024 - 2026
Senior Attorney, Gravis Law, PLLC
2023 - 2024
Senior Counsel, Tyson & Mendes
2018 - 2023
Litigation Division Head, Suttell & Hammer
2014 - 2018
Associate, Suttell & Hammer
2011 - 2014
Associate, The Redford Law Firm
Associations
Member
Member
Member
Education
2008
JD
2004
BA
Languages
English