Washington Gay & LGBT Family Lawyer
At McKinley Irvin, we believe that every family is unique and special, and that everyone deserves access to outstanding legal representation regardless of their sexual or gender orientation. We know that nothing is more important to you than your family, no matter how you define it. As Washington's premier family law firm, we are passionate about equal justice and fair treatment for all members of the LGBT community.
In fact, our firm has advocated for relationship and marriage equality since our founding. Attorneys at McKinley Irvin were among the first to provide education and guidance for lawyers and judges when both the Domestic Partnership statute was passed and when marriage equality became the law in Washington.
We support prominent LGBT organizations, including the LGBT Bar Association of Washington Foundation (QLaw Foundation) and its sister organization, the QLaw Association, Lifelong Aids Alliance, The Human Rights Campaign, Equal Rights Washington, and Legal Voice, formerly called the Northwest Women's Law Center.
Premier Gay & LGBT Divorce Representation in Washington
If you need legal guidance concerning a gay divorce or other family law matter, please contact McKinley Irvin at your earliest convenience and schedule an appointment. Our practice areas include gay separation, same-sex child custody, same-sex divorce, and more. We are committed to meeting the family law needs of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community in Washington.
As such, we stay up to date on the relevant issues related to this challenging area of law. McKinley Irvin attorneys are knowledgeable and experienced in LGBT family law, having represented many LGBT clients in dissolution actions involving property, financial, child support, and child custody issues. Our firm also frequently handles second parent adoption issues. The legal team at McKinley Irvin proudly serves same-sex families throughout Washington with offices in Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, and Puyallup.
Our LGBT Divorce & Family Law Resources
Gay and LGBT family law is constantly evolving. To help our clients understand the unique challenges associated with this area of law, we offer an online guide to Same-Sex Marriage, Parenting & Divorce in Washington State. For additional information, we encourage you to browse our blog, where you can find informational articles and legal updates. Connect with a member of our helpful legal staff to learn more about how one of McKinley Irvin's Washington LGBT family law lawyers can help you.
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Client testimonials
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"I knew I had a great team looking out for my best interest."My daughter is the sunshine of my life. I felt despair and a sense of helplessness on the day I was served. On the first appointment day when I arrived at the office and sat down with my lawyer, I knew I had made the right decision. From the beginning of my case to conclusion, I knew I had a great team looking out for my best interest (and the best interest of my child). Thank you McKinley Irvin!- Christine P.
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"Thanks for all the work for our family over the past year."Thanks for all the work for our family over the past year. We’re really glad you are on our side.- P.O.
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"I always felt my specific needs were very well represented and that I could count on David to be a trusted adviser."David remained very level headed and family focused throughout our proceedings. That said, I always felt my specific needs were very well represented and that I could count on David to be a trusted adviser during an otherwise difficult time.- T.M.
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"We would highly recommend the knowledgeable and dedicated law firm of McKinley Irvin to anyone who might be seeking legal services."In our search for a reputable law firm to handle my sister’s divorce case, we explored our options until we found the McKinley Irvin law firm. McKinley Irvin has, through our experience, proven to be compassionate, understanding and patient during the long term process of my sister’s case. Due to her disabilities she needed more than the legalities and McKinley Irvin was able to provide their knowledge as well as the assurance to my sister that her case would be handled in her best interest. We cannot begin to express our gratitude for all that the McKinley Irvin law firm has done for us. We would highly recommend the knowledgeable and dedicated law firm of McKinley Irvin to anyone who might be seeking legal services.- P.M.
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"I cannot imagine two people better able to represent me."Without David and Sam, there is no way I could have made it through this exceptionally difficult time in my life. I cannot imagine two people better able to represent me, nor a better firm to handle my affairs. You all have been wonderful!- M.L.
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"My attorney was very good in and out of the courtroom. Always kept me up to date on any issues that came up."My attorney was very good in and out of the courtroom. Always kept me up to date on any issues that came up and was very knowledgeable on custody issues.- R.R.
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"You all stood by me no matter how trying my case got. I always felt at ease knowing that you were there to guide me through this."I would like to give my sincere appreciation to Jennifer Payseno and staff. You all stood by me no matter how trying my case got. I always felt at ease knowing that you were there to guide me through this most difficult time. Thank you for not only being my attorney but becoming part of our extended family.- M.F.
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"Thank you very much for doing such a wonderful job. It has been a pleasure working with you."Dave, thank you very much for doing such a wonderful job. It has been a pleasure working with you.- R.C.