Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
4.8 /5.0
28 Client Reviews
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Teresa L. Foster
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About Teresa
Biography
Teresa Foster is Partner in Charge at McKinley Irvin's Vancouver office. A former social worker, she is now regarded as one of the most skilled family law attorneys in Vancouver. Teresa is a knowledgeable and formidable advocate with exceptional courtroom skills who focuses her practice on complex divorce cases, especially those involving high net worth property division, complex child custody issues, international family law, relocation, third party custody, and unmarried couples. She has successfully litigated cases in both Washington and Oregon. Teresa believes in providing her clients with personalized and responsive service, keeping her clients informed on the status of their case throughout the entire process. Teresa regularly represents clients in the Klickitat, Wahkiakum, Clark, Skamania, and Cowlitz Counties.
I am passionate about my clients' well-being and dedicated to protecting what you value most. Call 360-525-9336 to schedule a consultation
I am passionate about my clients' well-being and dedicated to protecting what you value most. Call 360-525-9336 to schedule a consultation
I am passionate about my clients' well-being and dedicated to protecting what you value most. Call 360-525-9336 to schedule a consultation
I am passionate about my clients' well-being and dedicated to protecting what you value most. Call 360-525-9336 to schedule a consultation
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
90%
Child Custody
5%
Family
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2018
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 22 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 28 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
McKinley Irvin
1111 Main Street, Suite 300, Vancouver, WA, 98660-3282
mckinleyirvin.com/locations/vancouver/Online Presence
Other places you can find Teresa online.
Teresa L. Foster's Reviews
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Posted by Suzanne | February 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Competent, professional, and relentless legal advocate
I hired Teresa to represent me with an out-of-state relocation for me and my minor children. From the outset, she was extremely knowledgeable and transparent with me about how my case could play out legally. On account of her tireless dedication and work ethic in addition to her colleagues, the out...
Posted by Taylor | January 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Quick and easy!
Teresa was wonderful to work with while helping me establish a parenting plan and child support agreement. She was very kind, easy to communicate with, and always responsive. Everything was handled quickly and in a timely manner, which I really appreciated. She made the process feel much less stressf...
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Teresa Foster review
Teresa Foster was my attorney for a post dissolution matter. Over and over again she proved herself an expert in her field, while at the same time showing that she cared and being incredibly responsive despite her busy schedule. The complications of our case might have flustered some other attorneys,...
Posted by Lindsay | February 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best attorney and team in Vancouver!
Teresa helped me with my Family Law case. I could not be happier with the outcome! Her and her team are always very quick to respond to my questions and give answers that I could understand. She truly made me feel like she was in it with me throughout the whole process! I would recommend Teresa an...
Posted by Brandy | February 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Representation
I hired Teresa Foster to represent me during my divorce. I most appreciated that she and her team always responded quickly to any questions or concerns I had, and they were always respectful. I highly recommend McKinley Irvin Law Firm.
Teresa L. Foster's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Teresa both as a former Partner and as an adversary. She is passionate, dedicated and whip smart. I would recommend her unreservedly"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Teresa is a strong attorney who is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Teresa wholeheartedly. She is great to work with, and an admirable opponent. Teresa is always willing to think outside the box to get the job done."
"I endorse Teresa Foster for all types of family law cases. If you have a complicated divorce or child custody issue, you couldn't ask for a better attorney than Teresa Foster."
"Teresa is an excellent family law attorney with a wealth of knowledge and experience."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Teresa Foster is a fantastic family law attorney. She is very knowledgeable, trustworthy, and a great litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer's work (as an attorney AND as a supervising attorney)."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2024
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2024
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner in Charge, Vancouver, McKinley Irvin
2016 - Present
Partner, Mckinley Irvin
2010 - 2016
Partner, Morse Bratt Andrews & Foster, PLLC
2004 - 2010
Managing Shareholder, Stahancyk Kent Johnson & Hook P C
2003 - 2004
Attorney, Morse & Bratt, PC
2001 - 2003
Attorney, Stahancyk Kent Johnson & Hook P C
Associations
2003 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
Family Law Section
Member
Multnomah Bar Association
Member
Clark County Bar Association
Member
Education
1997
Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Arizona State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2016
West Legalworks
Family and Community Property Law, Vol. 1-3
Languages
English