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Caitlin Royse is a compassionate family law attorney who helps clients move through divorce and custody matters with dignity, clarity, and confidence. At McKinley Irvin, she represents individuals in divorce, child custody, parenting plans, and domestic violence cases.
Clients appreciate Caitlin’s empathetic, non-judgmental approach and her ability to truly listen. She believes clients should play an active role in shaping their future and works closely with them to develop strategies that align with their goals and values.
Caitlin has significant experience supporting clients in crisis, with a strong focus on domestic violence advocacy. She creates effective safety plans and helps clients take meaningful steps toward a more stable and secure future. She is also known for developing thoughtful, customized parenting plans, even in challenging co-parenting situations.
A skilled negotiator and strong advocate, Caitlin works to resolve matters outside of court whenever possible. When litigation is necessary, she represents her clients with clarity and determination, always focused on achieving the best possible outcome.
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2020
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7 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Family
Posted by Carmen | March 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
Professional, Parent Advocate... Overall amazing!
Caitlin was a partner with the lawyer I hired in October of 2020 and was nothing outside of extraordinary in helping keep me calm, collected and confident that things would turn out in my favor. Caitlin offered advice when I was feeling confused about the process since I have not had extensive histor...
Posted by Katie | January 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family
Don’t walk, run away from this one.
Caitlin needed to be micromanaged, reminded of information that had been exchanged (and billed) time and time again. She does not know how to go to bat for her clients. Standing next to her in front of a judge I felt as if I was surrounded by opponents. $7000 and time I’ll never get back with my ...
"I am excited to endorse Caitlin. She is an excellent attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients."
"Caitlin is a determined and compassionate advocate who always looks out for her client's interests."
"Caitlin is a tireless, fierce, and compassionate advocate for her clients. The care and detail she approaches each of her cases with is praiseworthy."
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Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2022 - Present
Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2020 - Present
Associate, Luminosity Law PLLC
2020 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2020 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectiMember
2020 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2020 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2020 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
2019
JD - Juris Doctor
2016
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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