Willa Staats

Willa Staats is a Seattle family law attorney at McKinley Irvin who brings sharp analytical skills, strategic thinking, and a genuinely personal approach to helping clients navigate divorce and complex family law matters. With experience handling more than 150 family law matters, Willa is particularly skilled in high-asset divorce, complex property division, asset tracing and valuation, and challenging child custody disputes.

Willa has worked on cases involving marital estates valued at up to $100 million, as well as interstate and international custody disputes, protective orders, and other sensitive family law issues. Her background in both private practice and nonprofit advocacy has given her a valuable perspective on the financial, legal, and emotional challenges families face.

Known for her intellectual curiosity and investigative approach, Willa enjoys digging into complicated financial questions, uncovering details that others might overlook, and developing creative strategies that protect her clients' interests. She combines thorough preparation with practical advice, helping clients understand their options and make informed decisions about their futures.

Originally from Austin, Texas, Willa earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas and her law degree from George Washington University Law School. She now practices family law in Seattle, where she brings a thoughtful, determined, and approachable style to every client relationship.

Whether navigating a high-net-worth divorce, negotiating a property settlement, or resolving a difficult parenting dispute, Willa is committed to providing strategic, compassionate representation tailored to each client's unique circumstances.