Sarah Elizabeth Hovland

Sarah Elizabeth Hovland

4.8
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 15 years

Family Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Family

601 Union Street, Suite 3030, Seattle, WA

About Sarah

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Divorce, Legal Separation, Domestic Violence, LGBTQIA+ Family Law, Divorce/Separation, Parenting Plan, Child Support, Establishment/Disestablishment of Parentage, Modification of Parenting Plans/ Child Support, Relocation.

15 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 15 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2010

Active

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

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Sarah Elizabeth Hovland's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

51 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Stephen | March 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

With much appreciation

I am very grateful for Sarah Hovland’s counsel and support during a difficult time in my life. From our first consultation, she demonstrated not only deep legal expertise, but also compassion and understanding. Sarah guided me through every step of the divorce process, ensuring I was informed and ...confident in my decisions. She was always responsive, answering my questions promptly and providing thoughtful advice tailored to my situation. Her negotiation skills ultimately helped me achieve a fair outcome. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a skilled and compassionate family law attorney as I can’t imagine getting through the difficult and stressful process without her. Thank you Sarah.

Posted by Ricky | April 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Divorce Lawyer - Highly Recommended!

I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding legal representation provided by Sarah Hovland. From the initial consultation to the final judgment, her responsiveness, knowledge, and professionalism were exceptional. Sarah not only set realistic expectations but also ensured that I underst...ood every step of the process. Her expertise in mediation was evident as she navigated negotiations with finesse, always advocating for my best interests. What truly sets Sarah apart is her ability to push during mediation in the right ways, striving for fair and equitable outcomes. Thanks to her diligence and dedication, I received a judgment that exceeded my expectations. Without hesitation, I highly recommend Sarah to anyone seeking a divorce lawyer who is not only competent but also compassionate and committed to achieving the best possible results for her clients.

Sarah Hovland

Replied last April 30, 2024

Thank you, Ricky. It was a pleasure working with you.

Posted by Maria | October 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wonderful and caring

Sarah was a godsend and made everything so simple and so smooth. This is my second divorce and this was so much easier with her help. Sarah was knowledgeable and gave me great advice she helped walk me through all the steps and helped me understand. She was very responsive whenever I had a question. ...Highly recommend her she will be on your side and help you out in your time of need.

Sarah Hovland

Replied last October 25, 2021

Thank you Maria.

Posted by Loren | August 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing service

Sarah was absolutely great,she made me feel comfortable during the most difficult time in my life, my wife of 25 years left me completely confused and dazed,thankfully Sarah Guided me through my divorce,she was always attentive,and any questions I had she was right there every step of the way. I can...'t thank her and her associates enough for being so courteous and professional.

Sarah Hovland

Replied last August 04, 2021

Thank you Loren

Posted by James | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Good advice when I needed it

Sarah helped navigate the murky waters of my divorce over the course of last year. Along the way I had so many questions about what I should and shouldn’t do, and how I should phrase all correspondence sent to my spouse. She answered my emails and phone calls quickly and reminded me along the way t...o remain civil and calm. It was as good an experience as I could have hoped for, and I would recommend her to anyone.

Sarah Hovland

Replied last January 09, 2019

Thank you James.

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Sarah Elizabeth Hovland's Lawyer Endorsements

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Catherine Case

Family lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sarah was a great opposing counsel. She was very reasonable but firm, always strongly advocated for her client, always prepared and prompt."

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Timothy Arnold

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I absolutely endorse Sarah. She is always prepared, always attentive to her client's needs, and she puts in the extra effort that doesn't go unnoticed by those fortunate enough to have her represent them."

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Jason Newcombe

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Sarah is phenomenal lawyer who truly cares about her clients. She's a fighter. It is clear that she prides herself on not only achieving the best possible results for her clients but doing so in the most cost-effective way. It would be impossible for me to give her a stronger endorsement."

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Rooein Roshandel

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is very knowledgeable in the area of family law, and dedicated to provide the best representation to her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lani Sockle

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a skilled family law attorney."

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Frank Morris

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a good lawyer and a great person. She is the right fit for anyone going through a divorce"

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Jennifer Smith

Family lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

""Exceptional!" That is how I would describe Sarah. I cannot count the number of times I have heard Sarah argue in open court and I am repetitively impressed by her poise, dictation, knowledge of the law and advocacy for her clients. If you are looking for strong, dedicated legal representation you will not be disappointed working with Ms. Hovland."

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Laurie Robertson

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a brilliant and hard working attorney. She shows great care and consideration for her clients. Sarah has excellent insight into the law and is a strong advocate for her clients."

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Deborah Gordon

Family lawyer | Aug 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association

2012

Pro Bono Award, Washington State Bar Association

2011

Outstanding Volunteer, Unemployment Law Project

2009

Graduated with Distinction, University of Warwick School of Law

2008

Dean's Academic Honor List, Gonzaga University School of Law

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Senior Attorney, Mckinley Irvin, PLLC

2024 - Present

Commissioner Pro Tempore, King County Superior Court

2014 - 2025

Attorney, Washington Family Law Group, PLLC

2011 - 2014

Attorney, The Redford Law Firm

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Unemployment Law Project

2007 - 2007

Legal Intern, Irish Business and Employers Confederation

2006 - 2008

Legal Intern, University Legal Assistance

Associations

2014 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

United States District Court, Western District of Washington

Member

2011 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Domestic Relations Attorneys of Washington (DRAW)

Member

Education

2009

University of Warwick School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2008

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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