Kirstyn D. Palmisano

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Kirstyn D. Palmisano

also known as Kirstyn Palmisano

5.0
32 reviews
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Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 17 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 17 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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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2020

Smart, Efficient, Tenacious and Compassionate

Kirstyn's insight into my high-conflict parenting plan modification allowed me to see a path through the conflict and enjoy time with my kids. I sought out Kirsytn's help after my ex-husband withheld my children. Kirstyn laid out a clear plan forward, quickly and efficiently. The depth of Kirstyn's e...xperience in different facets of family law proved valuable in our situation, which is complicated by high-conflict, military and non-traditional work schedules. Talking with Kirstyn is like talking with my best friend. She is empathetic, well thought out, quick-thinking and tenacious if needed. She clearly has the best interest of my family in mind! Call Kirstyn first!!

Posted by Chelsea | November 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Tenacious!!!

Kirstyn is very knowledgeable, she built a relationship with me from the moment I stepped into her office. She knew the process to what I was going through very well and made sure we always stayed a step ahead! In the end she won me my case, and it wasn’t a case that is typically easily won! Because ...of Kirstyn my children and I are still able to live under one roof and grow together in our bond as a family! Thank you, Kirstyn!

Posted by Nick | July 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Communicative, efficient, and effective. Highly recommended!

Kirstyn represented me in a high conflict dissolution matter with children. Nearly everything was contested and prior to hiring Kirstyn, I was stressed out by the endless conflict and feelings of injustice. Kirstyn was efficient, focused, overly communicative, organized and most importantly, made me ...feel like her top priority. She and her team were absolutely awesome. Kirstyn guided me through each curveball thrown at us by the opposing party. She was exceedingly efficient in handling each situation and gave sound advice with a level head. When I would get caught up on seeking "justice" and "fairness", Kirstyn would gently redirect my attention to our primary goals and remind me of what is realistic in the family courts. Ultimately, she also taught me how I could approach future conflicts and handle them appropriately without getting stressed out. Trust is extremely important when the uncertainty of the courts can change your life and the life of your child(ren). It did not take very long for me to have that "holy sh*t" moment where you realize that you've found the ideal team that can make you feel safe. I highly recommend Kirstyn. Thanks again.

Posted by Jordan | May 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Fantastic and Extremely Responsive

Kirstyn has been extremely helpful during my divorce and follow-up questions post divorce. She always responded quickly to any questions I had, reached out proactively and always stayed in communication with me during this extremely difficult time. She provided sound advice and was able to help me ap...proach decisions with a level head. She always fought for what was best for my child and what was best for me which I cannot thank her enough for. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you so much Kirstyn.

Posted by Lilian | April 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Parenting Plan Modification Case

I am not the type of person that writes reviews, but this is the one review I felt I needed to write because I was going through a difficult time where I felt I was going to lose some thing very important, the most important thing for me: time/daughter= time with my daughter. I was able to find some...one that helped me, so I feel people deserve to be helped the way I was helped. My ex- husband took me to court to modified the parenting plan we agreed on when we divorced. I consulted 2 attorneys before seeing Kirstyn, both of the attorneys told me that I was going to lose the case and that my ex- husband was going to get the parenting plan modified. After I walked out of the second attorney's office, I called my husband and told him I have lost hope. He told me not to. I started walking down the street and saw an attorney's office and just walked in. The receptionist was friendly and helpful, she told me a little bit about each of the attorneys there and I wold her to scheduled me an appointment with any of the attorneys there, however Kirstyn was standing there and I asked for the appointment to be with her. That morning Kirstyn had some time before her next appointment, so she was able to see me right away. I talked to her about my case, the same one I talked to the other 2 attorneys, however this consult was different, Kirstyn told me she was able to help me and that we had a good chance of winning the case. Some things I shared with the other attorneys that they felt weren't important, Kirstyn pay close attention to them and considered them to be important. I felt she listened to me the entire time, she looked interested in my case and I felt her willingness to help. She had some much knowledge about Family Law, she explained things to me, she was confident, and honest the entire time. We went over the attorney's fee and she told me she was going to work hard on getting the case dismissed to keep the cost down. I decided to hire her. My court date was coming up and there was little time to waste. Kirstyn told me the timeline and told me she was going to work on my case during the weekend to turned everything on time and so she did. Her communication from day one was excellent, via email or phone she was always available. I felt at ease and confident that she was going to win this. The court day came and Kirstyn was there prepared and ready. The commissioner ruled in my favor and cased was dismissed. I was so pleased with her services that now I have hired her to help me with my child support issue. I will write a review to let you know how that goes, but I am pretty confident it will go well. I highly recommend Kirstyn Palmisano.

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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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