McKinley Irvin Blogs from July 2024

• McKinley Irvin Celebrates 26 Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers in 2024

  Jul 31, 2024
  McKinley Irvin is pleased to announce our list of 26 family law attorneys who have been included in the 2024 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. This recognition is a reflection of our attorneys’ commitment to excellence and the high standards we uphold in serving our clients. Senior attorneys Rainer Frank, Jane Malico, and partner Samuel Page were recognized on the Super Lawyers list for the first time, and attorney Caitlin Royse is a new addition to the Rising Stars list. Attorneys Courtney Bellio and Jack Dekovich were ...
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• Late Life Divorce & Its Impact on Adult Children

  Jul 26, 2024
  What Is Gray Divorce? Gray divorce, also referred to as late-life divorce, refers to the rising trend of couples divorcing after the age of 50, often after decades of marriage. This phenomenon has significant social and financial implications. Experts attribute this rise to several factors. Increased life expectancy allows couples to re-evaluate their happiness later in life. Financial independence for women, along with evolving social norms around divorce, empowers them to seek fulfillment outside an unhappy marriage. Also, ...
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• McKinley Irvin Welcomes Attorney Laura Grigore

  Jul 25, 2024
  McKinley Irvin is pleased to welcome attorney Laura Grigore to our Seattle and Everett offices. Laura will work with clients on divorce, custody, and other family law matters. She is known by colleagues for her compassionate approach to challenging matters. Laura works to ensure that her clients feel heard and that their best interests, particularly those of children, are the priority. With a background in government contracting, Laura has finely honed skills in negotiation and drafting terms, ensuring every detail is ...
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• The Role of Digital Evidence in Child Support Cases

  Jul 19, 2024
  The Expanding Role of Electronic Evidence in Child Support Cases In today's digital age, the way we communicate and document our lives has drastically transformed. This shift extends to family law, where electronic evidence is playing an increasingly important role in child support cases. Digital evidence has become critical in many cases to support claims and sway negotiations or court decisions. This article explores the nature of electronic evidence, its various forms relevant to child support, and how it can be obtained ...
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• McKinley Irvin and Partners Recognized in Chambers 2024 High Net Worth Guide

  Jul 18, 2024
  We are honored to share that Jennifer Payseno, David Starks, and McKinley Irvin have once again earned inclusion in the prestigious Chambers High Net Worth Guide for 2024. David and Jennifer both earned top individual rankings, Band 1 and Band 2, respectively, for their capabilities in high-asset family law matters. McKinley Irvin was also ranked as a Band 1 law firm for Family/Matrimonial High Net Worth. Chambers and Partners, a leading legal rankings company, publishes its annual Chambers High Net Worth Guide to identify ...
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• How the Hague Convention Impacts Child Custody Cases

  Jul 12, 2024
  In an increasingly interconnected world, the dynamics of family life are more global than ever before. With international marriages and the mobility of families across borders becoming more common, the complexities surrounding child custody disputes have taken on an international dimension. This is where the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction plays a vital role. What Is the Hague Convention? The Hague Convention on Child Abduction, formally titled the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects ...
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• Disproportionate Award of Assets in a Divorce

  Jul 5, 2024
  Divorce is a complex emotional and financial undertaking. One of the most contested aspects of divorce settlements involves dividing marital assets. While a 50/50 split might seem fair on the surface, there are situations where a judge may award assets disproportionately to one spouse. What Is a Disproportionate Asset Division? Washington state is a community property state, which divides marital assets equitably between the parties. Equitable does not necessarily mean an equal, or 50/50 division. In some cases, the court ...
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