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McKinley Irvin Partner Brian Edwards Named Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

McKinley Irvin Partner Brian Edwards Named Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Image

SEATTLE, WASH. – November 15, 2024 – McKinley Irvin is proud to announce that partner Brian Edwards has been named a Fellow of the prestigious American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), an organization dedicated to advancing professionalism and excellence in the practice of family law.

Established in 1962, the AAML selects Fellows based on their exceptional proficiency in matrimonial and family law, as well as their reputation among peers and judges as leaders in the field. Membership is by invitation only and requires candidates to meet rigorous qualifications and pass an extensive examination process.

“Brian’s admission to the AAML is a testament to his outstanding contributions to family law and the high-caliber representation he provides to his clients,” said Rita Irvin, Founder and CEO of McKinley Irvin. “We are thrilled to celebrate this significant accomplishment.”

There are only 28 Fellows in the Washington Chapter of the AAML, and McKinley Irvin is honored to count eight of them among its attorneys. This distinction reflects the firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional legal advocacy and leadership within the family law community.

For more information about McKinley Irvin and its team of attorneys, visit www.mckinleyirvin.com.

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ABOUT MCKINLEY IRVIN

Founded in 1991, McKinley Irvin is the Pacific Northwest’s premier law firm focusing exclusively on the practice of family law. McKinley Irvin attorneys are known for their effective legal representation and compassionate client service, representing clients in family law matters including divorce (dissolution), child custody, child support, relocation, parenting plan and child support modifications, international family law, and other family law practice areas.

ABOUT THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF MATRIMONIAL LAWYERS

Founded in 1962, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) is committed to encouraging the study, improving the practice, and advancing the cause of matrimonial law, in order to better protect the welfare of American families. Comprised of the top matrimonial attorneys throughout the nation, members are recognized experts in the specialized areas of matrimonial law, including divorce, legal separation, annulment, custody, property valuation and division, support, and the rights of unmarried couples. More information about the AAML is available at www.aaml.org.

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