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About Jennifer

Exceptional divorce & family law representation in King County. I can help you get results. Call 206-745-3587 to schedule a consultation.

Practice areas

FamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 90%

  2. Family: 10%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

1501 Fourth Avenue
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McKinley Irvin

1501 Fourth Avenue
Suite 1750
Seattle, WA, 98101

Website
https://www.mckinleyirvin.com/locations/seattle/

My Law Office - Seattle, WA
My Law Office - Bellevue
Jennifer's Online Bio

McKinley Irvin

601 108th Ave NE
Suite 1900
Bellevue, WA, 98004

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
WAActive199212/23/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
The Best Lawyers in America"The Best Lawyers in America"2021
The Best Lawyers in AmericaThe Best Lawyers2021
Best LawyerBest Lawyers in America2020
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2020
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2019
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2018
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2017
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2016
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2015
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2014
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2013
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2012
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2011
Super LawyerWashington Super Lawyers2010
Random Acts of Professionalism AwardWashington State Bar Association2005
Peer Review Rated BV Distinguished (4.4 out of 5)Martindale-HubbellN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerMcKinley Irvin2002 - Present
Senior AssociateMcKinley Irvin1999 - 2002
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
King County Bar AssociationPresident2019 - Present
King County Judicial Screening CommitteeMember2004 - Present
King County Bar AssociationFirst Vice President2018 - 2019
King County Bar AssociationSecond Vice President2017 - 2018
King County Bar AssociationTreasurer2013 - 2014
King County Bar AssociationTrustee2000 - 2003
South King County Bar AssociationPresident1998 - 1999
King County Legal ClinicVolunteer1998 - 2006
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
425 Business MagazineContributor, Pro-Bono - Business Law's Frequently Asked Questions2017
AVVO StoriesTrends and Considerations in Gray Divorce2015
425 Business MagazineIs Divorce in Your Retirement Plan?2015
Seattle Business MagazineOwn A Business? What You Should Consider Before Saying, "I Do."2014
425 Business MagazineWhat You Should Know About Gray Divorce2014
King County Bar AssociationDivorce and Economic Recession2009
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Seattle University School of LawJD - Juris DoctorN/A
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Community Property CLE - Washington State Bar AssociationMarital Agreements — Pre and Post Enforcement and Requirements2011
Relationship Agreements SeminarEthical Considerations2007
King County Bar Association CLEAdvanced Family Law Ethics2007

Reviews

(18)
5 Star
83%
4 Star
6%
3 Star
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2 Star
6%
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I highly recommend Jennifer Payseno and her team!!

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Jennifer Payseno and her team at McKinley Irvin are extremely professional, very organized, know the law extremely well, did not get emotional/stayed professional, they're fair, they ask great questions, they listen (& remembered!, my answers), they stay calm, cool and collected, responded to all of my inquiries, helped me remain calm during a most difficult time in my life, and they were very kind to me.
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Excellent team and voice of reason

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Jennifer and her team of experts we very much on top of things and were great at keeping everything moving forward in a positive productive way. She made the best of a difficult situation. Thanks Jennifer
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An extraordinary good attorney with a perfect team

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Jennifer know how to protect you and your kids. She is fair, very experienced and her team is awesome.
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Awesome ain’t Easy!

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During a very painful time in my life, I found a bright star in attorney Jennifer Payseno and her team. Two years later, my eyes well up with tears just remembering their compassion while guiding me with expert knowledge and precise actions. My mom was dying of Pancreatic Cancer at the time. Their thorough guidance was invaluable. Most importantly, she and all on her team were exceptionally responsive to ALL my inquiries. I was well informed about realistic expectations and what she could negotiate on my behalf. She closed the financials of a multi million dollar, 26 year marriage in 6 months. My husband fired his lawyer and even trusted Jennifer to complete the Divorce. I expressed a small part of my gratitude with Glassy-baby: Awesome ain’t Easy!
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Divorce & Custody Case

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I hired Ms. Payseno for my divorce and child custody case. I believe her knowledge of the process and skill in navigating the law and procedures is what won my case. She stays the course and keeps things above board. She is clear with the strategy and, along with her staff, is available and understanding of the difficult time this is for most people. Ms. Payseno genuinely cares about her clients and I trust her implicitly.
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Highly Recommended

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After 25 years of marriage I was blindsided when served with a petition for divorce. Jennifer was very professional, she took the time to understand my case, offered me sound advice and, along with her team, guided me through the entire process resulting in a fair settlement without going to court. This was an extremely hostile divorce. Jennifer was extremely patient, answered my questions promptly, worked hard, and stayed focused on what was important in getting my case settled.
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Simply the best

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I hired Jennifer when I realized my ex was an out of control narcissistic lying Pro Se who would stop at nothing to crush me financially and emotionally. I needed a tough and experienced attorney who could protect and defend my interests. Jennifer was just perfect. She caught on with every little detail of my case early on and never stopped to amaze me. She is the right mix of tough and compassionate and was simply magnificent in court, with so much ease and poise. I did not always listened to her or liked what she had to tell me, but I realized early on that she was very realistic with potential outcomes, knowledgeable, very bright and relentless in her pursuit of justice for her clients. She was always right on. I was an emotional wreck during my 15 months ordeal, but Jennifer always sorted through feelings and facts gently and had my best interest at heart. She was available via email during business hours, but also at night and in weekends. Her team Kristina, Jessica and John were just wonderful to work with. My case got complicated with a bankruptcy filed by my ex, Jennifer never skipped a beat and was able to use it to my advantage. We went through numerous motions and hearings and even though there is never a real winner or loser in a divorce, Jennifer won every battle for me. The finale will always be unforgettable to me: After Jennifer finished a magnificent presentation while digging deep into the complex laws of bankruptcy, the judge scolded my ex, attacked his credibility, threatened him of sanctions and awarded me the house he had been trying to steal from me for years. This was just priceless. I ended up settling my case a week before trial due to financial reasons, but there is no doubt in my mind, that had I gone to trial, Jennifer would have won that last battle for me and the ex would have got what he deserved. I was in great hands through this painful process and would definitely recommend Jennifer and her team to anyone finding themselves in a highly contested divorce. She is simply the best. The downside is that her firm is very expensive, I did cringe at the 6 figures I had to spend, but I really got what I paid for, the best representation. She gave me my life back.

Extremely competent representation

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I was in a difficult position with an attorney that was not representing me well and was actually undermining my position. I met with Jennifer. She agreed to take my case, which ended up being much more complicated and convoluted than it should have, through no fault of hers. She represented me very well, always trying to achieve the best outcome for me. In one hearing, the word "poised" came to mind while watching her address the commissioner. It was obvious she knew her facts, supported them with appropriate case law and was fair. She tried on several occasions to save both me and my ex-wife attorney's fees by educating opposing counsel but was unsuccessful. Jennifer and her team (Jessica and Kristina) work well together and definitely know their stuff. I would not hesitate to seek their counsel again if I had a difficult legal matter. The only thing to be aware of is this firm is not inexpensive. Although expensive, throughout the entire matter I always felt like I was well-represented, and I was being heard by my attorneys.

Excellent dissolution attorney

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Twenty months ago, devastated by the sudden end of a long term marriage, I sought legal counsel. I met with and retained Jennifer Payseno. I was impressed by her ability to sort through my emotional issues while highlighting all of the important legal concerns that would be affecting my case. As my spouse was in the legal profession, she understood the need for me to have an advocate that could “level the playing field.” I found her advice to be straightforward, clear and calming. This was especially important at a time in my life where I found decision making difficult. She was responsive to each and every one of my concerns. Jennifer and her team mastered the complicated components of my family business that confounded easy solutions in settlement. As additional life changing events occurred during this process, Jennifer had continuing compassion for me and a strategy for all the new legal issues these changes presented. I have known her during the most difficult time of my life and found her work for me to be thorough, strategic, professional and compassionate. I would recommend her and her team of Jessica Moore and Kristina Zimmerman to anyone who finds their marital life compromised and who needs a strong, clear thinking advocate.

Strength~ Grace ~ Integrity

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Jennifer and her team went above and beyond for me. Jennifer exudes a combination of compassion and strength which gave me a sense of peace in an otherwise extremely stressful time in my life. i am thankful for Jennifer and her team for their diligent and honest work ethic.
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Attorney endorsements

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Edmund Allen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jennifer is a tenacious, thorough and savvy lawyer who achieves outstanding results for her clients during their most turbulent times. She is compassionate, and very attuned to the specific needs and circumstances of each client. I have referred many clients to her, and every single one has thanked me later.

Steven Burkhalter, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 3, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is a skilled advocate, whether in a courtroom setting or during the course of negotiations. She readily identifies issues and provides her clients with sound advice. Jennifer is a credit to the legal profession.

Krista Stipe, Family Attorney on Aug 4, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Jennifer is an extremely experienced and knowledgeable lawyer. She is also an incredible advocate to her clients. I highly endorse Jennifer as an attorney.

Danielle LaBelle, Family Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

I endorse this lawyer.

Edmund Allen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Jennifer is a tenacious, thorough and savvy lawyer who achieves outstanding results for her clients during their most turbulent times. She is compassionate, and very attuned to the specific needs and circumstances of each client. I have referred many clients to her, and every single one has thanked me later.

Mindy Stannard, Family Attorney on Jan 24, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Collin McKean, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 24, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker

Jennifer is respected for her presence in court and her preparedness as a litigator. I endorse Jennifer as a family law lawyer.

Anthony Zorich, Family Attorney on Sep 6, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter

One of the best in the business.

Jessica Moore, Family Attorney on Apr 3, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Jamie Walker, Family Attorney on Feb 13, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Christina Smith, Family Attorney on Feb 5, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Jonathan Hilty, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 2, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

Jennifer is an experienced litigator and very well respected in the greater Seattle legal community. Her work ethic and legal acumen are second to none. I endorse this lawyer.

Lindsay Noel

I endorse this lawyer.

Lindsay Camandona

I endorse this lawyer.

David Starks, Family Attorney on Feb 1, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Jennifer for many years now. She is a tireless advocat for her clients and unbeatable in court.

Michael Hallas, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 1, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Laura Carlsen, Family Attorney on Feb 1, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Paul Eagle, Family Attorney on Jan 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Steven Burkhalter, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 3, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer is a skilled advocate, whether in a courtroom setting or during the course of negotiations. She readily identifies issues and provides her clients with sound advice. Jennifer is a credit to the legal profession.