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Before practicing as a family law attorney, Leslie clerked for two trial court judges who handled only family cases, thereby gaining valuable insight and experience into how dissolution and custody issues are analyzed by the court. Prior to graduating from Seattle University School of Law, Leslie had a successful career as an award-winning investigative journalist for three separate newspapers and an international news organization.
Leslie understands the breakup of a family is a life-changing and stressful event. She knows how difficult that first call to an attorney can be. Her primary focus with new clients is to learn their unique issues, concerns and expectations and work with them to put together a practical and effective plan for achieving their goals.
“Leslie brings to any matter she works on an rare energy that serves her clients and the profession well. Her background in investigative journalism provides her with a perspective and a sense of where facts may be found which often prove persuasive for the court."
— Mark Patterson, Probate Attorney
Leslie does not enter into litigation lightly, but should it become necessary, she uses the interview, writing, investigative and analytical skills she honed as a journalist and judicial clerk to tell her client’s story in a compelling and powerful way.
Leslie’s investigative, evidence-driven approach has consistently turned cases around even where the court had previously restricted a client’s access to their children. She has repeatedly ecured parenting plans which restored her clients’ full parental rights, and when necessary, obtained orders protecting her clients and their children from the other party.
Leslie has been on the referral list for multiple domestic violence victim agencies for the past 10 years, attends the King County Coalition Against Domestic Violence Family Law Work Group Meetng and Volunteers at the New Beginnings Domestoc Violence Family Law Legal Clinic.
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State: Washington
Acquired: 1998
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Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
I’m a dv and TBI survivor and I met with her for a CS modification. Leslie is compassionate, caring, and motivating. I wish I met her prior Thank you Leslie
Posted by Sam | October 22, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
I had telephone consultation with Leslie. She listened to my situation carefully. Asked the right questions and gave me advice about how to proceed next. In the advice, I could clearly see that she had put mine (client's) best interest first. I would definitely hire her for her work ethics and knowle...
Posted by Kim | October 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I was referred to Leslie by another DVPO attorney. I have to say never does any attorney work overtime non sleep til morning to meet deadline not because she waited til last min but because she is constantly a step ahead of what is anticipated response from other party. I slept at midnight she wor...
Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
I met in person and had consulted with Ms. Irwin regarding a custody matter. I found her to be very professional, knowledgeable, sincerely and a great problem solver. She knows family law/DV matters and was a good listener and empathetic to my needs. I would highly recommend Ms. Irwin's services...
Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Our family was very impressed with Leslie Irwin. From day one she handled an extremely complex domestic violence divorce case, involving a parent and young children, in a superb manner. Leslie goes above and beyond as an attorney, working all day and night if necessary . She is not a 9-5 attorney....
"Leslie brings to any matter she works on an rare energy that serves her clients and the profession well. Her background in investigative journalism provides her with a perspective and a sense of where facts may be found which often prove persuasive for the court."
Family lawyer
Estate planning lawyer
2004 - Present
Owner, Leslie Irwin Attorney at Law
1996 - 1996
Trainer, CD Law
1995 - 1995
Assistant Law Librarian, Kelton Law Library
1993 - 1994
Law Clerk, The Honorable Judge Brian Shortell
1992 - 1992
Extern, The Honorable Judge John Reese & The Honorable Judge Elaine Andrews
2015 - 2016
Coalition Ending Gender Based ViolenceMember
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English