Kirstyn D. Palmisano

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Kirstyn D. Palmisano

also known as Kirstyn Palmisano

5.0
31 reviews
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Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +6 more

3227 Beacon Ave S, Suite D1, Seattle, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Kirstyn

Biography

Experienced and Compassionate Attorney. High Caliber Representation.

Spousal Support in dissolution of marriage.

Complex child custody cases.

Establish or modify child support, including post-secondary tuition.

Dissolution of marriage including asset division, spousal maintenance, and child custody and support.

Complex domestic violence case including DVPOs and Restraining Orders.

Compassionate and knowledgeable representation for LGBTQ+ clients.

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

30%
Family 20%

20%
Child Custody 18%

18%
Domestic Violence 17%

17%
Child Support 10%

10%
Uncontested Divorce 2%

2%
Alimony 1%

1%
LGBT+ Law 1%

1%
Marriage and Prenuptials 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2019

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Elliott Palmisano Law Group

3227 Beacon Ave S, Suite D1, Seattle, WA, 98144

ep-lawgroup.com/

Online Presence

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Kirstyn D. Palmisano's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

World Class and a pleasure to work with

Kirstyn is a knowledgable, passionate, understanding and no-nonsense lawyer. She helped navigate a lengthy and painful divorce process, always guiding me, championing my cause, and strategically planning our next moves. Although I failed at marriage and made a bad decision choosing my ex, hiring Kirs...tyn was the best move

Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very communicative, detailed oriented and efficient

I can’t tell you how many lawyers I have contacted and how many consultations I paid. I went from big firms to lawyers here on Avvo with a lot of reviews, contacted some that were recommended. and in the end I landed on Kirstyn Palmisano. Let me tell you, she was very responsive, attentive and answe...red all of my questions in such a caring and observant manner that I knew I wanted her and her team to represent me. I have a high conflict divorce, but Kirstyn and her team walked me through all of the steps and helped me feel safe and taken care of. I feel very confident and reassured having Kirstyn and her team representing me, guiding me through the legal process and stayed focus on protecting the best interest for me and my child. Kirstyn is not afraid to stand by her clients and fight for you and for what is right. She is very sharp, and knows her stuff very well. She also has a very skilled paralegal and I had the pleasure to also work with her other legal partner, and they are an amazing team!

Posted by Chastity | December 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

High quality and very knowledgable

I highly recommend Kirstyn to anyone in need of legal representation. I felt supported and protected during a very vulnerable time in my life. She is truly exceptional, and I will definitely turn to her and her team for any future legal needs.

Posted by Ash | December 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Simply the best!

Kirstyn was so efficient and kind through our second parent adoption process. Our family is forever grateful for her guidance. She had excellent communication and constant professionalism. She paid great attention to detail and made it feel seamless.

Posted by Anson | March 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Super Responsive, Great Advocate

Kirstyn and Catherine were great advocates when my Ex was infringing on my parental rights with visitation. So often, and particularly in WA State, fathers are at a disadvantage when trying to enforce parenting plans and court orders. Kirstyn was able to provide balanced advice telling me what is and... is not possible based on our prior Court Orders, and we determined that my Ex was in fact in contempt. We then created a case and roadmap setting expectations of possible outcomes, and Catherine represented me in court. Even though the judge was blatently against us in court based on his opinion of our verbal argument (his own bias), the written contempt was ironclad and indisputable and as a result we won, creating better and healthier boundries with my Ex. I was even awarded some of the money from the judge based on the degree of contempt and Catherine's ability to outline the ramifications.

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Kirstyn D. Palmisano's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Miller

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A truly fierce and effective opponent who is as unflappable as they come. Smart, aggressive and on point. Also smart and reasonable. I enthusiastically endorse her."

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Natalie Roberts

Family lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erica Santos

Family lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kirstyn is opposing counsel on a very difficult case, yet she has been a pleasure to work with. She is works hard for her client while still being nice outside the courtroom. I could absolutely recommend Kirstyn to friends or family if they were in need of a family law attorney."

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Jason Benjamin

Family lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kirstyn has a broad range of experience in the legal arena, including working directly for a Superior Court Judge in Seattle for a few years. This gives Kirstyn a unique insight into how Judges think and little things client's can do in Court to make a big difference how they are ultimately perceived by the Court. Kirstyn is well-respected by her peers and the Bench and is a passionate advocate."

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Mindy Carr

Family lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to law school with Kirstyn and I highly recommend her and her firm for people who need a family law attorney. She is smart, confident, and friendly. She is definitely someone you want on your side."

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Natalie Roberts

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2010

Volunteer of the Month, King County Bar Association Pro Bono Services

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Managing Partner, Elliott Palmisano Law Group

2016 - 2022

Associate, V. Freitas Law, PLLC

2015 - 2016

Attorney, Port Gardner Law Group

2013 - 2015

Law Clerk, King County Superior Court, The Honorable Mary Roberts

2011 - 2012

Attorney, Garden City Group

2010 - 2011

Pro Bono Attorney, King County Bar Association

2009 - 2010

Contract Attorney, Davies Law Group

2009 - 2010

Volunteer Attorney, Team Child

2008 - 2008

Rule 9 Intern, Society Of Counsel Representing Accused Persons

2007 - 2008

Law Clerk, Vandeberg Johnson & Gandara

Associations

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2008 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Snohomish County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2010 - 2011

King County Bar Association, Pro Bono Services Committee

Chair of the Volunteer Recognition and Retention Subcommittee

2005 - 2008

QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of Washington

Member

2005 - 2005

American Constitution Society for Law and Policy

Program Director

2005 - 2006

Outlaw

Board Member and Activity Director

Education

2008

University of Washington

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Akron

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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