Lisa’s service was invaluable to me as I had to navigate post-divorce stress and threats from my ex-husband. Every step of the way, Lisa confidently and professionally handled my questions and concerns in a timely matter. The cost of her service and legal expertise was commensurate with the peace of mind I received. Because of her efforts and swift legal action, Lisa was able to quickly resolve my matter. Even after our business was completed, Lisa made herself available to me within minutes after leaving a voicemail to answer another legal question I had. That made me feel valuable and important as a client. I’m so appreciative of everything she did for me, and highly recommend her.

I got the pleasure of working with Matthew Kuehnl for my custody/child support case. He advocated and stood up for my kid and myself both in mediation and attorney to attorney interactions. He was very much a straight shooter but left the ball in my court recognizing I hired him to do the legal part but the final decision was always mine. I never felt blind sided about what the next step was and always felt informed on expectations of the process. He was quick to respond to my concerns/emails and understanding that the entire process was nothing but nerve racking for me. Very personable too.

Casey and Karrey did an amazing Job with my case. They fought for me and I got everything I was asking for. So happy that I went with them!!

Casey Sanders and Karrey Komp helped me with my restraining order and third party custody case. They were very efficient, professional and understanding through my difficult situation. They reassured me on many aspects of the case and were always quick to respond to my phone calls or emails. My case was dismissed and my daughter was returned home the following day. I can't thank Casey and his team at McKinney and Irvin enough for the work they put in for my family in such short notice. Thank you for making my family whole again before the holidays. I would use him again if I needed an attorney in the state of Washington again! THANK YOU!

McKinley Irvin handled a case for me. Matthew Kuehnl was my attorney. He is very knowledgeable and he brought my case to a conclusion that I am very, very happy with.

I was fortunate to retain the help of Teresa Foster during my divorce. She was referred to me by several distinguished retired attorneys who said she was the best I could find. I had initially hired a different attorney and I grew frustrated with having unreturned messages and being shuffled off to the 2nd-string attorney who even misspelled my name on a submitted briefing. Teresa and her assistant Chriss Elliott always quickly returned my messages, gave me excellent counsel and had their hearts in it. I didn’t feel like I was just one of a hundred clients; I was given excellent personal attention during a difficult time in my life. I will always appreciate the help they gave me. Count yourself fortunate if you have the opportunity to hire Teresa Foster and Chriss Elliott onto your team.

The experience of a divorce is certainly not a pleasant one and it was comforting to know my attorney had my back. I worked with Matt Kuehnl, and while he was a somewhat random selection for attorney I enjoyed working with him and his firm throughout the process resulting in a relatively smooth conclusion. The reputation attorneys have is do whatever it takes to keep the meter moving and rack up those fees and I never got that feeling from Matt from my side. Although it was an expensive process the outcome was fair and pretty much as Matt expected it would be and there were no big surprises in the end. I would definitely recommend Matt if you are in a similar situation.

Lisa did a fantastic job in my divorce. She kept in constant contact with me and responded to my emails and messages right away. Lisa took her time with me at our meetings and she gave me strength and understanding during a very stressful and confusing time in my life. Lisa is a wonderful attorney and I highly recommend her.

Lisa Ward Performed a Stellar Job

I commend Lisa Ward to you unreservedly. When I entered the “divorce attorney” market after 27 years of marriage, I felt vulnerable, uninformed, and completely out of my comfort zone. I spent a couple weeks asking myself questions, and answering them so that when I interviewed attorneys I would not forget something. When I first met Lisa and explained my situation, I felt she understood exactly where I was coming from. When I asked her questions, she looked me in the eye and replied in a way that was instructional and compassionate. She did not sugarcoat or try to lead me down a primrose path. When I saw we were on the same page I retained her. She expertly guided me through the year-long process, keeping me updated and informed of my options. Through her negotiating skills, Lisa attained a better-than-I-imagined settlement for me, erasing the uncertainties and costs of litigation. From beginning to end, Lisa was in my “court.” She did a stellar job.

Lisa Ward was absolutely amazing! She helped relieve all of my fears and anxieties right away. She was honest, caring, efficient and worked so hard with great attention to detail. She was my backbone and voice. She always stood up for what was right and fair in my case . She helped me understand the process we were going through with each aspect of my case and kept me well informed at all times. She replied back to me right away with emails and calls. She instilled confidence in me with her expertise and genuine care. I couldn't have asked for a better person and attorney to work with. I am so grateful for her and I can finally breath easy again. Thank you so much Lisa!

Lisa Ward is an amazing attorney. She has the best interest of the child in mind at all times. She is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. She is not judgemental and is very professional and friendly. She also responds to every email in a timely manner (including sometimes in her personal time) and returns phone calls every time.
I would recommend her to anyone needing family law assistance.

I highly recommend Teresa Foster and her paralegal Chriss Elliott. I needed an attorney with in one day, and I got my call returned the same day. Teresa Met with me the very next day and I hired her by lunch time. My problem was I had to move fast to get a restraining order to protect my self and my 15 year old daughter. We had a domestic violence issue and needed a quick solution. That same afternoon Teresa and I went to my soon to be ex-wife's hearing and Teresa told the judge that she was representing me. She was already working on the restraining order while sitting at the hearing with me. I was so relieved for my daughter, my home and myself that she could not return to the residence. Safety for us was Teresa's first priority. Months later Teresa's high skills paid off. Teresa is so smart, has quick thinking ability, caring and is a very good listener. I won the case and most importantly won full custody of my daughter. I also did not have to pay any alimony at all even after a 16 year marriage. I am so thankful for what Teresa had done. I believe she saved more then one persons life. If you need an attorney look no further then Teresa Foster. She may save your life to. Thank you Teresa.

Lisa Ward at McKinley Irvin was the perfect lawyer for me. And I’d highly recommend her to anyone. Cool, calm and collected when I wasn’t. Calculated and measured, again, when I wasn’t. If you’re reading this, it’s likely not the best of times. Lisa’s outstanding skill set, both interpersonal and professional, will help get you through it. Her performance throughout the two year process of my divorce was nothing short of stellar. To be sure; there are no winners in a divorce but with Lisa’s help, the outcome of my own was far better then I had dared to hope for in the beginning.

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Lisa Ward handled my 3rd party custody and DVPO case with both professionalism and kindness. I am beyond grateful to her and would recommend her to anybody seeking to obtain custody of their child. She is confident and very communicative every step of the way.

I hired Lisa Ward. She was wonderful to work with, and very knowledgeable with family law, and very responsive. Lisa and her staff were very helpful and responsive to my questions and concerns. I would hire her again.

McKinley/Irvin is lucky have Lisa Ward for many reasons - the least of which is her professionalism poise and her attention to detail. She has always told me the truth regarding possible outcomes based on the law and not emotion. She is personable, warm and very encouraging. In addition all of her assistants reflected her same qualities of warmth and availability.

While it is evident that she is a very busy with her case load she always made time and I was made to feel as I was her most important client as this complicated process unfolded.

The important thing that I became aware as this process grew was that she always made sure that I understood the law as we moved along this path of closure. She listened to my input and kept me on track as to my options at each fork in the road.

I would HIGHLY recommend Lisa to ANYONE. McKinley Irvin is lucky to have Lisa represent both her profession and her firm.

Horrible experience with this firm. Matt was my lawyer and he really took me for everything he could which was odd since he was suppose to be my lawyer. Delayed filing for child custody for five months. Only returned one phone call in eight months and it was him yelling at me for being upset with him never returning my phone calls; he always chose emails and charged outrages rates for them. Failed to file the correct paperwork and failed to use the correct verbiage for a mutually deeded home thus now I require another lawyer to fix his mistake. Would definitely suggest seeking representation elsewhere, with someone that has your best interests in mind.

I failed to mention some very important details in my original review. They have no clue how to assist those in the military! Matt lied about having an attorney in the firm, located in Seattle, that dealt with military divorces. He never got back to me on how my retirement would be effected or steps I needed to take to safeguard my benefits. Matt relies heavily on paralegals to do his work. So you get the pleasure of paying multiple wages for a response or an action to be taken. Paralegals will also mishandle your private information by mistakenly emailing them to random clients. I received documents from two paralegals that contained working documents for other clients. Paralegals are not the only ones that make mistakes in mishandling documents. Matt also mishandles paperwork which delayed my divorce by another two months, but they were kind enough not to charge me for that particular court appearance; WOW! So be warned, their level of quality control and customer relations is not on par with their cost!

Great firm that is detail oriented and listens to what you want while being realistic about your choices. I thoroughly enjoyed working with the 2 attorneys I had as well as their paralegal. Mine was a pong arduous divorce but I always knew they were their to represent my son’s and my best interest. Thanks, McKinley Irvin!

I can't recommend Teresa Foster enough; only wished I hired her sooner. She is diligent, professional, direct, and a necessary asset for any divorce or custody battle, especially in a high-conflict divorce such as mine. Teresa is clearly an expert in her field, will fight for you, and treat you will respect.

Casey Sanders represented myself in a post educational support case in which he did a great job from beginning to end. He guided me through the process and completed everything he said he would. He was very cautious with my expectations of the outcome. I would recommend Casey to anyone in need of representation in any type of family law situation.

My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Lisa Ward for the past half year as we navigated our way through a sticky relocation case. She excelled in nearly every facet of the case from litigation to her in depth knowledge of case law. But what will always stick with me was her honesty, integrity and emotional investment in our case. She never told us what we wanted to hear or promised us anything. But she was always responsive and caring in relation to our case. We did win the case but even if we had lost we were comfortable with the outcome as Lisa truly did everything possible- even when other attorneys said we had no chance. Lisa Ward is an amazing attorney that we will forever be grateful for.

After several consultations at other law firms, it was Lisa Ward with Mckinley Irvin who gave me hope. I had been told several times that my hands were tied and it wouldn’t be worth going to court. Lisa listened to me and gave me my best options. She was always upfront, patient, and gave it her all. She impressed me with her knowledge on case law that pertained to my case and her ability to litigate in court on my behalf. I can’t say enough about Lisa and her team with Mckinley Irvin.

Lisa took over my case after my initial attorney left the firm to become a DA. Lisa then learned my case, returned my my emails and call promptly, and negotiated fairly according the law. Lisa’s knowledge of family matters showed in her work. She is a hard worker, very friendly and is not biased. She will tell the truth and work very hard for her client. I Highly recommend Lisa

Lisa Ward was very helpful and knowledgeable in assisting me with my legal matters. Her excellent job in representing me in court resulted in the ruling in my favor. After my case I saw another person ask for her business card to seek assistance with their case. I would recommend Lisa Ward to assist you in your family law matters.

Teresa is extremely knowledgable, proactive, and is very easy to get in touch with and communicate with. She is an alpha in the court room and she was efficient and diligent throughout the whole legal process. I absolutely would recommend her to anyone.

I had the pleasure in having Matt Kuehnl of McKinley Irvin represent me in my family law case for divorce, and child custody. Matt was extremely professional, caring, intensely knowledgeable, and responded to any questions I had promptly. Mr. Kuehnl's courtroom presence was phenomenal, he had an excellent use of diction, and Matt always presented my case with skill and tact.

I highly recommend Matt Kuehnl, and I would give more stars if I could!!

I am overly ecstatic about the work performed by Teresa and her team at McKinleyIrvin. She understood the law and applied the law. She was most fair, and she cut through the clutter to give her honest appraisal, regardless of what I "hoped" to hear.

I engaged Teresa with only seven weeks prior to final court trial. Against all odds [opinion from attorneys in the family law profession], with a compressed time frame for preparation, along with her tenacity leading up to and at trial, Teresa was able to navigate and ultimately negotiate a settlement that allowed both parties the dignity of achieving an amicable long-term parenting relationship.

Her fees may be on the high side, comparatively; however, she was conscious of both her time and mine while on the phone and in meetings. Having said that, while in the throes of court trial I thought to myself, "Whether the court rules in "my favor" or not, Teresa is worth every penny spent...and more."

McKinley Irvin, and in particular Lisa Ward, was extremely knowledgeable and helpful in my legal matters. This was my first time needing the services of a lawyer and she helped me understand how my case would proceed. She did an excellent job representing me in court and it resulted in a ruling in my favor. I would highly recommend Lisa Ward to anyone needing help with their Family Law matters.

Casey and Wendy were great through out the whole case which took a couple of months. I would recommend them in a heartbeat!

True professionals and subject matter experts. They gave me my life back!

McKinley Irvin is a beautifully professional place with incredibly competent and knowledgeable lawyers. My consultation with Matt Kuehnl was extremely reassuring, articulate and he has the exact amount of righteous indignation that makes you feel secure in choosing this firm and him to represent you.

I would highly urge anyone in need of a strong, competent, and ethical attorney to use Lisa Ward. She readily discussed my case openly and in an unbiased and frank manor. Her costs are not only reasonable, but much less than her ability is worth. She is extremely capable, intelligent and refreshingly honest and I consider her the finest attorney in SW Washington.

Teresa Foster is amazing! Meticulous, efficient, supremely competent and seemingly always available. I can't imagine a better family law attorney!

I have nothing but high praise for Casey Sanders and McKinley Irvin. He is very professional and very experienced in his work, not to mention quickly addressing issues and answering all of my questions throughout the process. Working with Casey as my attorney was a easy and pleasant process; the whole firm seems to be pretty good at what they do! From the initial time I spoke with Casey Sanders to the time that papers were served to protect myself and my child from a dangerous situation was completed in less than 48 hours. That is INCREDIBLY fast, especially since it had to go through court and sign & review multiple revisions of paperwork, due to the awesome efforts of Casey Sanders, Wendy Murray, and his team.

Casey is an excellent attorney to have on your side. I would hate to be opposing council fighting against him. My experience has been hands down more than I could have asked for. I felt like he was truly understanding of the issues going on and the urgency of the situation. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

I spent $62,000 on a divorce/custody case and got nowhere.
Ended up firing them and hiring someone else.
They also had the nerve to raise their hourly rate by $50, after I'd signed a contract.
Do NOT hire them!!!!!

I worked with Lisa Ward on my case. I originally started with a different firm and quickly realized after the first court date that I needed better representation. I was very fortunate to have found that with Lisa Ward. She took time to sit down and review my case and explain in depth any questions I had. She provided an excellent service and never at any time did I feel rushed. As emotions can sometimes take the best of us all, Lisa, with the help of her team of paralegals, kept every expectation reasons and the process moving along a progressive rate. She not only focused on providing constant updates but also looked for moments when she could help keep the costs down as well.
I am so thankful everyday to have had our paths cross and for the extremely positive outcome that we were able to obtain. I would most highly recommend Lisa to anyone.
Thank you so much Lisa. I wish you all the best going forward into the new year.

I used Mr. Kuehnl while attempting to obtain custody of my daughter as well as defend myself against an unmerited protection order. His staff was very professional and capable. He adequately helped the judge see the truth in the protection order hearing. We did not end up having to litigate on the custody issue. He negotiated to help me obtain an end result that was best for my daughter.

Excellent Law firm!!!! Attorneys at the Vancouver location are top notch!!!

I would like to thank Lisa Ward for her expert representation in my recent mediation/divorce. I felt I was very well represented through out the whole process. I appreciate how professional, efficient and highly capable she showed herself to be from day one through the end of mediation. Divorce is awful. Lisa helped me navigate some very tricky tax and legal issues to make sure issues were properly addressed, all the while keeping the painful process going as quickly as possible, thus saving on damage to my family, not to mention legal fees. The divorce will be final 90 days after filing. I highly recommend Lisa Ward to anyone needing a personable, efficient family law attorney. I would also like to thank her assistant, Lisa L. I appreciated your attention to detail and support during this painful process. Thank you both, ladies. I am grateful.

Matthew Kuehnl represented our case, which involved a contempt motion for unpaid shared parental costs, From the beginning, Matthew showed deep empathy and understanding of the issues and their impact on the children. He repeatedly proved himself to be a person who lives his values of care and concern and showed great patience and sensitivity all along the way. In court, he came thoroughly prepared, in command of the facts and details, and articulate in his presentation. In the office, he shows great respect and gratitude for the support staff, which speaks to his genuine character. McKinley Irvin is lucky to have him in the firm and we feel fortunate in finding him.

I highly recommend Lisa Ward. I hired her to help with my parenting plan and for child support. She's very professional, personable, and eased my anxieties in what was a very emotional case. She explained every option that was available to me and responded quickly to my concerns. I appreciate her and her team for helping me finalize a parenting plan and child support. I'm glad and very grateful I found Lisa!

Casey Sanders and his paralegal Karrey were a dream to work with. Recently went through a divorce and I don’t think the process could have been easier than these two made it for me. Questions were always answered quickly and I feel I was given real, reasonable advice and realistic expectations.

I had a somewhat complicated child custody case. As I did research to find a attorney, Lisa Ward’s name kept popping up with excellent reviews and plenty of recommendations. When meeting with Lisa, I could tell she was knowledgeable and experienced. I was especially impressed when she battled in court for my son and I. Should I ever need her expertise again, I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

I was lucky enough to have Teresa Foster representing me! No divorce is easy but Teresa guided me through the process with her knowledge and incredible wit. Thank you Teresa for negotiating the terms of my divorce and getting me 50/50 custody. If you want someone that will fight for you and your rights as a father then you need to hire Teresa!

I was referred to Teresa Foster by an attorney in Portland. This was the first time in my life that I was represented by an attorney in a legal proceeding. I was blown away by the entire experience and am absolutely convinced that I could not have hired a better lawyer/team to represent me. Teresa is an amazing attorney who comes with the added bonus of her exceptional paralegal Chriss Elliott. From the first moment I met Teresa and Chriss, I felt instantly at ease and assured that I was hiring the absolute best. Throughout the entire process, they were consummate professionals, extremely knowledgeable, and compassionate. They promptly responded to my messages and always kept the lines of communication open. I continuously felt in the loop about the next steps. Nothing fell through the cracks. They go the extra mile and beyond for their clients. When I needed a certified copy of my divorce order immediately after it was finalized (for a time-sensitive issue), Chriss went to court on my behalf and picked up a copy for me.

My divorce was one of the most stressful times of my life. However, Teresa and Chriss were the silver lining to the whole experience. I am so thankful that I was referred to Teresa and had the privilege of hiring her and working with her and Chriss. Teresa gave me the best legal advice possible and the end result far exceeded my expectations. She is a masterful negotiator. She absolutely shines in this arena and makes it look effortless. Teresa is worth her weight in gold. Hire her!

I consulted with Lisa and asked her a million questions. She was knowledgeable and patient. I did hire as my ghost lawyer and she made me feel at ease and satisfied with the divorce paperwork. She kept checking in and communicating up to the very day of the divorce and she checked in with me after. Thank you Lisa for a stress free process with one of the hardest things to do in life!

Besides providing a high level of expertise in his area of practice, Mr. Gross and his team were also understanding, patient, and supportive in what I'm sure many would find to be a highly stressful and uncertain time of their lives. I would 100% recommend them to others that find themselves in similar situations.

I would highly recommend Lisa Martin to anyone in need of legal help in family law. I entered a divorce litigation anxious of how it would end, and in the whole process Lisa patiently walked me through the case, patiently explained to me what I need to know, and set expectations, and every step of the way she got me more than what's expected. Lisa is also good at calming me down when I was frustrated, with laid out strategies and explaining to me what the opposite side is attempting to achieve, and how I should respond, and how to prepare. With Lisa's consultation and help, I came out of a settlement conference over financial matters with sound outcomes. Then Lisa helped me to avoid a potentially costly trial over parenting plan, and got that part settled in an arbitration in my favor. So now the case is over, I got more residential time with my child, and able to maintain myself financially, all because of Lisa's help, her expertise in family law and her diligence in handling my case have turned things around for my case!

I would recommend Lisa Ward to friends and family in need of professional and compassionate legal advice!
When faced with no other alternative than divorce, my priority became searching for an attorney with a philosophy similar to mine: that a divorce does not have to mean an ugly and extended court fight. I found that in Lisa Ward.
Lisa listened and gave solid and caring advice that enabled my ex-partner and I to work things out with Lisa’s mediation. While we could no longer life in the same household, we continued to care about each other and wanted to remain on friendly terms.
I had moved from Vancouver to the Seattle area by then. Lisa and her staff made it possible for me to have video appointments, sign papers remotely, so I would not have to travel back to Clark County.
After careful listening, Lisa put together a proposal that was acceptable to both parties. She answered each of our questions with compassion while remaining realistic and impartial. She always followed up with each of us, listening, with advice for next steps and the best legal actions to take.
Lisa not only mediated the dissolution of the marriage, she remained a strong source of support and advice through the sale of the joined home as well. From initial contact to final distribution of the house proceeds the process took just 7 months. The divorce was final within 4 months.
To me this was a better experience than I could have hoped for. Thank you, Lisa Ward!

I am extremely pleased with how Casey Sanders and Kerry Komp, handled my Divorce case. They responded to any questions or requests same day, typically and hour after sending them an email. The entire process was explained in detail and I was kept in the loop on everything that was happening. I am very grateful I retained such a great Lawyer.

I had the absolute pleasure of having David Gross (along with his paralegal Karrey Komp) represent me in a custody case. David is phenomenal! He went above and beyond my expectations. My case was a long drawn out one that lasted almost 6 months when it realistically shouldn’t have! My ex husband was asking for 50/50 custody. After I was served papers I was quickly looking up excellent law firms in Vancouver, and came across Mckinley Irvin! I fully understand why they are so highly rated- every one is very professional, compassionate and understanding and David was quick to respond to all of my emails answering multiple questions I had. He tried his very best to conserve money for us, as he fought for me to keep my daughter. I 10/10 would recommend him! He is excellent at his job (very knowledgeable) and will fight hard for the outcome you want!

Was to be a simple relocation motion. David G represented my husband. First error was David did not provide court with prev PP for Judge to review. Did judge know he had 60/40 and joint decision making? No...stepped out of courtroom that first 10 min hearing with alt weekends and a dinner date with ex having 100% control of decision making. Unheard of! David was not a good advocate for us. He encouraged us not to attend the second hearing, missed items placed in PP that was not ruled on that opposing counsel added without discussion which will now cost us time and money in the future, was not timely in returning emails, when spoke via phone he sure let us know how busy he was with other cases. I wish he tended to our case as closely as he did with others. We paid our bill in full due to accuring interest but had many questions not answered. We were charged for phone conversations that David said he wouldn't charge us for. We went with this firm due to the high ratings online. Very disappointed. One could say we our jaded that our case didn't go in our favor but this was to be a simple motion to put in place what had already been through the courts. We feel David was unprepared and not a strong advocate for us.....that is the disappointing part when you pay almost $400/hour you expect to have strong representation. I have reached out multiple times trying to follow up with owners of firm. I want to know if this company feels comfortable with accepting our payment for the service that was provided to us. No response. That is why they no longer represent us.

Teresa and Chriss were awesome! Divorce is a difficult and exhausting endeavor, but these two ladies kept the process going! Many thanks!!

Lisa Ward and her team came to my rescue during an exceptionally ugly divorce. She was recommended from both a family member and via her stellar on-line reviews. After a terrible and traumatic experience with another attorney I had to fire, she gladly took over my case, tidied it up, and made it her mission to not only repair the damage already done, but to do all she could do to help me.

At the time I met her, I wasn't eating, shaking with anxiety, and having the worst stress of my life. I had no energy to stick up for myself and fight for my rights. However, an immense weight was lifted off my shoulders once I realized that her and her team were were certainly going to walk me through every step, take a personal interest in my case, and help reassure me through the whole process. They kept me completely informed of my current status regarding my case, my financial standing, and what I could expect in the future.

Her expertise and care helped me think clearly, substantially decreased my anxiety, and ultimately gave me my life back. Whereas the previous lawyer kept me in the dark, ran erroneous charges, took on my case like he was going to battle so he could get more money from me, Lisa did the opposite. She took a collaborative approach to keep costs and the length of the divorce process down. I still get asked by people how in the world did I get through such a dramatic divorce so quickly and I reply "with the best divorce attorney one could possibly acquire." I highly recommend Lisa as the most effective divorce attorney around. If it weren't for her being my lawyer, my outcome would've been a tragedy, but instead it was a complete win both mentally and financially.

Divorce can be a very ugly, stressful, and greatly unfortunate life event. For me, it made me feel lost, hurt, fearful, and extraordinarily vulnerable. Once I made the decision that this was the path I needed to take, I made the decision to seek legal counsel. Honestly it did not even occur to me to handle it myself. Also, I didn’t have enough trust in my then husband to even contemplate an amicable agreement. I researched firms online and McKinley Irvin stood out repeatedly as a reputable and effective firm. Read through many profiles and was highly impressed. I was assigned Teresa Foster, Senior Partner in Charge in Vancouver WA. She was selected because she is very experienced. Important for me due to a significant income difference between myself and ex. I met with Teresa and our talk was very clear and to the point. It wasn’t a therapy session. It was a “this is how I see the situation. This is what I recommend. These would be the next steps”. This was exactly what I needed ..... direction and clarity. And my perception was that I could trust this direction and Teresa.
Also, in understanding that this was all very overwhelming, Teresa extended the offer for me to call/text her with questions as as needed. I took comfort in her leadership and unwavering confidence.

As a Senior partner her plate was not at all empty but I was pleasantly surprised at my experience with Teresa’s paralegal Chriss Elliott when I needed anything and Teresa was not available. Truly a dynamic duo. Always so pleasant and accommodating. They both have the same “let’s get it done” attitude. There was no feet dragging and never any disregard. Chriss, also experienced the overwhelmed me and each and every time (there were several) our discussions made me feel so much better.

I was impressed by so much, but as the dust cleared I realized how thankful I was by Teresa Foster’s focus, confidence, intelligence to grasp a significant amount of information and know exactly how to proceed, clarity on the goal....and then achieving that goal. I have heard many stories of the lack of trust or confidence others had with their attorney and I’m so thankful that my experience was the complete opposite. I had 100% trust. My divorce ended with as equitable (WA state) outcome as I could have asked. Whether or not it was deserved by him was not relevant, living in a community property state, but it could have been so much worse in many ways and for this I will forever be grateful. I feel so very fortunate to have found both Teresa Foster and Chriss Elliott.

Lisa Ward at this location is absolutely amazing! She comes very highly recommended. She is a very thorough and responsive lawyer. She is compassionate and at the same time wont give you false hope. I have used her for two cases and could not be more pleased! She is worth the money and more. McKinley Irvin is very lucky to have her! -Amanda-

From start to finish, the office of McKinley & Irvin have been very processional. Casey Sanders and his assistant has handled every aspect with care and very professional. Thank you very much.

Matthew Kuehnl has been representing me in my divorce. He has been absolutely incredible; I consider it a blessing that I found him.

Before meeting Matthew, I was set on using a female lawyer and was not open to using a male. I met with him for a consolation and after getting to know him I came to realize that he was caring, trustworthy, intelligent, and able to stand by my family in the ways we needed.

When I retained Matthew I was completely naive in my understanding of how difficult my divorce would be. Matthew jumped into action when the divorce started taking a turn for the worse. BECAUSE he is by my side, I have the peace of mind I need to make it through a very difficult time. He has shown the perfect balance of caring about everyone affected by this divorce and fighting for what is best for the kids and I. He has been impressive in court; he is smart, well spoken, and quick on his toes. He has proved that he cares about my children and I by standing up for us in and outside of the court room too many times to count. He has gone above and beyond for us.

Matthew has not been afraid to let me know the ways I can do better, especially the ways I need to stand up for myself and have my own back. This has been tremendously important for me and I do not believe another lawyer could have shown up for me in the ways he has. I am so grateful for the peace of mind I have with him by my side.

Working with Matthew was a great experience. From start to finish he was focused on maintaining the best outcome for our family as well as keeping best practices in mind. I would absolutely continue to use him for all of my family law needs.

I have nothing but high praise for Lisa Ward and McKinley Irvin. I attribute my case not advancing to court entirely to her pre-hearing efforts, based on the path taken by DCS leading up to my calling McKinley Irvin and retaining her services. This was a completely different experience from my interactions with previous attorneys. Lisa was very thorough and highly knowledgeable about what I needed to do, delivered precise instructions as to what I needed to provide, carefully organized and submitted materials on my behalf, and accurately recorded and reported billing to my account, something no attorney in any matter has done for me before. I'm so very grateful and would gladly recommend her and McKinley Irvin to anyone facing a family court support order proceeding, especially an NCP.

What can I say about Matt Kuehnl? The man is a rockstar. From our first consult I knew that I was in great hands. None of us thought we’d battle my case for such a lengthy time, but he took it by the horns with professionalism and tenacity. So happy to had had him on my team through this crazy time in my life. Matt, thank you so much!!!!!!

Hiring McKinley Irvin was the best decision that I could have made for my family. Everyone at the firm was so nice and made a hard time much easier to deal with!

McKinley Irvin, and specifically Matt Kuehnl have been of immense value to my family! Every member of their staff that I spoke with was empathetic, understanding, and helpful. Matt did a wonderful job preparing our case, ensuring we presented an incredibly strong argument to the court. Matt was able quell our fears, strengthen our resolve, and keep us peaceful. Having him in the courtroom was such a blessing. He is very well spoken, and did a fantastic job presenting our case. I will happily recommend his services to anyone in need of a family law practitioner. Thank you so much for all you have done!

Casey is an excellent attorney to have on your side. I would hate to be opposing council fighting against him. My experience has been hands down more than I could have asked for. He is very professional and very experienced in his work. I felt at ease after hiring him. I would highly recommend him to anyone and I truly mean that.

Sincerely,

Everett

one of the worst law firm that you can imagine , if I can put less than one star I will do

Didn't bother getting ahold of me after I gave my contact info and what we needed help with and sent back information with no explanation whatsoever from the person trying to finalize his divorce. Very unprofessional and rude.

Matthew Kuehnl was so amazing to me and my husband with our custody case! My husbands ex made things very difficult and Matt never stopped fighting. Once I had to get to work and Matt brought my husband home from Centralia to Castle Rock. He paved the way for us to get 50/50 with my step son and I will never be able to thank him enough! If anyone is in need of a family attorney in the Vancouver area, Matthew is the man to talk to. I will never be able to thank him enough for all he has done for my family!

If you are wondering whether or not you should consult with and hire Teresa Foster at McKinley Irvin, stop wasting your time and make an appointment now. You will have zero doubts about your decision within ten minutes of discussing your case with Teresa. She has a razor sharp mind. Teresa will quickly identify and methodically plot out the most efficient and effective strategy to achieve your desired results. She will be direct and very honest, and you will listen to and follow her advice if you know what is good for you and your family. She will not shy away from a challenge. Teresa will give you the confidence and support you need to navigate calmly and deliberately toward your goals. With Teresa at the helm, opposing counsel will not be deciding the direction of your case. Teresa is in charge. Her professionalism and integrity combined with her exceptional knowledge of the law and second to no one litigator skills place her naturally in the driver seat. Her talents and integrity demand and receive the respect from opposing counsel and the court.

Teresa was very honest with me during my initial consultation with her. My case was not simple and I was certainly playing catch up. She explained that we had a mountain to climb to achieve my desired result, but she believed in me. Maybe more importantly, she instilled the confidence in me that she was uniquely experienced and capable of guiding me up the mountain. Today, I am standing atop that mountain and I don’t believe I would be without Teresa’s dedicated and passionate guidance.

Don’t waste another minute. Your future depends on it. Hire the best.

Teresa Foster is an extremely efficient, and helpful divorce attorney. I had an attorney prior to retaining Teresa and it was a very negative experience. After retaining Teresa I saw immediate positive results. This was not only a divorce case it was child custody also. Teresa has amazing ways of taking chaotic and confusing situations and simplifying them. She then makes priority of what needs to happen first. Then her vast knowledge of law starts to shine. Not only does she prepare to understand your case, she also understands the opposing attorney. She goes into court expecting and predicting anything that can happen. This has a very positive result on the goals you set in the initial consultation. Teresa takes minimal time to decipher what needs to happen. I'm very grateful for all she has done for me and my family. My only regret is not retaining her in the beginning.

I had the best experience with Deanna Rusch! She is an amazing well educated lawyer in Vancouver. She is always there and responds right away to any situation that came up. Her assistants are amazing! Thank you Dominique! I will continue to support this firm if needed and will always give praise to Deanna in the community and I am so thankful she was there for my emotional and trying divorce situation.

Consider your options very wisely before coming to Mckinley irvin. This group of con artists will take your money, Misrepresent you and leave you in such a worse place than you started its gut wrenching. Do not. I repeat: do not give any information or money to mckinley irvin or anyone at that firm. Matt kuehnl was the worst attorney i have truly ever seen.

Deanna Rusch is THE attorney you'll want representing you. She handled my family law case and did an outstanding job. She was always available when I needed her. Very sympathetic and caring and not just there for a paycheck.

I hired Deanna Rusch to represent me for my divorce case. She made the process easy and took the stress out of the process. If you want someone who will advocate for you and make things happen, you need to hire her! She returned calls promptly, kept me updated on my case so I knew exactly what was going on, and was extremely accessible if had any questions along the way. Deanna works hard and you really are getting the best of the best when you have her on your side!

After having a nightmare experience and high attorney costs with a prior attorney and not really getting anywhere in 7 months I met Matthew who was able to step in and take control of my case. He has great legal and practice skills, good work ethics, professional representation and high ethical and professional standards. He does genuinely want to help people who become his clients. When you are going through the worst time in your life Matthew was always available to answer any questions or concerns I had. His staff is also very friendly. Matthew was very easy to talk to and made me feel comfortable.
Mine was a very complicated and difficult divorce with the opposing side as difficult as can be and we have 2 small children involved and businesses. Matthew gave me all sorts of scenarios before we made any moves. Despite it being a difficult case I got favorable results thanks to Matthew and the competent associates who work for Matthew and at the end of the day was happy with what was a very painful and difficult experience all in all. I would recommend Matthew Kuehnl and his associates to my family and friends (hopefully they won't need him though).

True Partners thru the most difficult time. Deanna is the best.

I honestly could not be any happier with Christine. She is by far the best representation I have ever had the displeasure of needing.

She quickly familiarized herself with my case and became my fierce advocate. She provided me with solid counsel that helped to put my own thoughts into proper context, which sometimes meant showing me where I was misinformed. With that, she helped me to quickly course correct and aim in not just the right direction, but in the best direction. She knows the law and easily navigated the nuances to provide me with the best options available. This provided me much needed leverage where I initially found none. And of course, I was kept abreast of all responses from the other party the moment her office received them.

I cannot imagine having used another attorney and receiving the same superb level of service that she afforded me. I know I am singing her high praise, but high praise is due. This includes the entire staff!! They were all so professional and kind. ((Thank you, Sarah and Chriss!))

No one can approach legal counsel with the mindset that they should get everything they think they are entitled to or justified to get. I certainly wanted more than I ended up with, but I ended up getting more than I thought was possible. I know it doesn't make sense now, but it will. I also went into this process knowing I needed to give and take. I needed to negotiate our position so that our child would have the best outcome with both parents. Excellent negotiation like the kind that Christine provides creates options where there weren't any before.

Christine will deliver, but you need to work just as much to keep your options open. I guarantee if you do that, you will be singing her praises too. I can't tell you how great it felt to have someone in my corner who matched my determination to fix what was broken and to shoulder the burden of the process for me.

You'd be crazy if you didn't give her a call. Do it now! What are you waiting for?!

I wanted an attorney that would stand up for me when I felt overwhelmed and when I couldn't think things through clearly for myself....The attorney who can do that is Teresa Foster.

The moment I met Ms. Foster, I knew I needed her on my team. She is honest, straight to the point, and does not put up with wishy-washiness. She listened to me about what I wanted, what my need was, and then gave me the facts. I needed her honesty, I admired her bluntness and at the end of the day I knew my attorney genuinely cared for my well-being from start to finish.

When I needed her advise or I was worried about something, I could send her an email and she would send a response back as soon as she had a moment, which was always within minutes to a few hours. Ms. Foster's legal knowledge provided safety for my heart and mind and she would always sign her email off by saying, "this is normal and don't stress."

Teresa Foster is the Attorney who is on your side, will fight for you and will get it done!

My wife and I both worked with Deanna during our custody cases. Deanna fought for me so that my son went from zero parenting time with me to a final parenting plan with a lot of shared time. I never had to worry with her by my side. Her and her team took care of everything and made me feel safe during a stressful time. She always gave me a realistic and honest idea of what to expect. My wife and I would both recommend her to anyone. She is well worth the money.

Deanna Rusch, Mickinley Irvin

My divorce from a narcissistic spouse with a sense of entitlement was a difficult and stressful time for me.
Deanna Rusch is an exceptional, tough and thourough attorney who understands the emotional side of divorce and made me feel as if I were here only client.
Deanna and her staff ( special thanks to Domonique Vazquez and Casey Sanders) were there for me. They kept me informed and responded promptly to my questions and concerns by phone or email. The billing was fair and I was kept up to date on costs.
Deanna negotiated a fair and honest settlement for me.
Hire Deanna before your soon to be ex spouse does! She will fight for your financial future and protect your children. She is an incredible attorney with a brilliant mind and great sense of humor. I honestly feel she is the best there is!

Lisa
Camas, WA.

My husband and I both recently went through two separate custody cases in the course of two years involving our children from previous relationships. Each time it was one of the most difficult situations we've had to face in our lives because it involved the people we live for; our kids. When we met Deanna we knew that she was going to get the job done and she not only got it done but exceeded all expectations. We were able to put our complete trust in Deanna even when it felt like things were a disaster. The respondents lawyer in my case was a horrendous woman who fought hard but Deanna fought harder and smarter. We were always able to communicate after hours if needed, her knowledge of family law and realism puts you at ease, and she is a power house in court. Deanna is a lawyer who is intelligent, passionate, with a great personality. We could not have had anyone better by our side.

I started my divorce with a different lawyer than Christine Hayes with McKinley Irvin. I always felt like I was in the dark on what was happening and did not understand why the process was taking so long and is so complicated with my first lawyer. Christine took the time to explain exactly what was happening at the time and gave me clear guidance on how long each step would take. She is so professional through a very difficult time and offers help, suggestions and options when I would have no idea any of this existed. For example, I was having a lot of stress over property exchange with my ex. Christine had a couple different option for me to choose from to help make the day go smoothly. The option I chose, she quickly navigated and had it all set up for me. I appreciate her so much!

Where do I start to describe such an intense year? I needed help after a very bad separation and the other parent took away my daughter, I was unsure what to do and if I was going to be able to do anything at all. This was an extremely complex case in the murky waters of GLBT defacto parentage laws. I sought a lawyer and spoke to a few, but then I found Deanna and I knew from the moment we spoke, I wanted to have her represent me. In meeting Deanna, I can say I have been blessed and granted with good fortune. Since the year I last saw my daughter, I felt for the first time I had a chance in getting my daughter back.
After a year, Deanna continues to be my strength, sanity, and the force that safeguards the chance to hold my daughter again. Deanna has guided me through the chaotic and emotional world of the legal system. Every step of the way she has made sure to cover every potential aspect the case could take without faltering on the goal to have my daughter and I together again. She is a rock star in the courtroom; she conveys an absolute confidence and presence without being overbearing and arrogant. My hope and confidence rose seeing her in court, where her passion for law shines by her words, fervor, and knowledge. As with such a complex case filled with many uncertainties and potential pitfalls as mine has been, many times my stamina wavered on the brink of collapse. Deanna was the crusader that pulled the case and myself through it all. Deanna’s team was exemplary, to describe them as a team is absolutely spot on, and I love them all! Her friendly team is knowledgeable and communication is always clear and concise. Dominique, you are super! If I had to describe Deanna and her team in a single word, it would have to be, heroes. Not only have the heroes vigorously fought for my case, they wholly believed in my case, and cared about my daughter and me. They fought for the family my daughter knew since birth, this declares them compassionate heroes.
We won my case. We made history and protected not just my rights, but also others in similar circumstances. We did it, but really, Deanna and her team did it. I call her my friend and she will always have a spot in my heart. She was able to return the light of my life to me and I will never ever forget that. Thank you so much Deanna, words cannot in any form truly express what you have been able to do for my daughter and me. Until the end of time, I thank you.

Michael Hallas was my attorney who helped me through a difficult divorce and child custody case. It was truly a battle.

I learned of him through a review of what someone else wrote and felt he was just the one for me.

He kept me grounded and gave clear perspective. Michael helped me to not get angry or retaliate when hurtful things were said and done by the other party. He is witty and genuine. Michael has a way of talking to the opposing counsel, even when they punch below the belt that maintains his high standards and stands strong and firm. He is a man of character that you want on your team.

I highly recommend Michael Hallas for any divorce or child custody case. #foververafan

Teresa Foster has been my personal lawyer for the past three years. I went through a very difficult and lengthy divorce when I was living in Camas, WA with three young boys. My ex was relentless in his attempts to destroy me emotionally and financially. Teresa advised, assisted and represented me in a most determined and professional manner, far above and beyond normal attorney practices.

I am sure Teresa would agree that my case was possibly the worst she had seen in her long and distinguished career. This included having to deal with five different plaintiff attorneys during the proceedings. She also endured serious personal attacks by my ex to her professional standing and integrity. While under these varied attacks she stood by me and my case, solidly and relentlessly.

She won me custody of our boys and got a relocation approved despite a bitter battle. She obtained passports for my children despite my ex’s objections. Every fight that Teresa went into for me she came out on top. She has been an inspiration and loyal supportive attorney since she first took on my case.

I am honored to have had Teresa as my lawyer. She is a sincere and talented person with a wealth of experience and knowledge. She fights aggressively for what is right for her client. I will forever be grateful.

Allison J Leix

Deanna is an amazing attorney. She is personable and very driven. She has gone up against one of the very well known male attorneys in the Vancouver area and destroyed him. I actually ordered the video of the courtroom appearance and he was speechless and truly looked pathetic compared to her. She is an amazing attorney who will fight for you to the end. Wake up McKinley Irvin---if you where smart you would make her a partner in the firm. Best money I have EVER spent!!

As a longtime client of Teresa Foster I have to say she is simply the best family law attorney in the Portland-Vancouver area. I interviewed several attorneys before hiring Teresa and couldn’t be happier with her results. She provides a direct, honest, and strategic approach to successfully navigate even the most contentious cases. Teresa is passionate about her work and will fight to achieve/protect the most vital interest for you and your children in divorce. I highly recommend Teresa to family and friends – she has done an AMAZING JOB for me.

Deanna is a very honest, compassionate person . I was extremely nervous when I went to meet her but she put me at ease right away . She is very easy to talk to . Anytime I had a question or problem I always got a quick response . I also have to say her paralegal Dominique is a gem . If I ever need a lawyer again I will definitely be going back to see Deanna !

My nephew and his ex-girlfriend have 1 child together, but have not been together for a few years now. She recently moved out of State and took their son with her without discussing it with his father. Unfortunately, they did not have a custody agreement in place. We researched different sites to find a good attorney. Based on her rating and reviews, we decided to call Deanna Rusch. She saw us the day after we called her office. Everyone we had talked to had said it could take months for him to get his son back, if he ever did, so we were all feeling rather discouraged. However, Deanna had Court Orders for my nephew to bring his son back within 4 days of our initial meeting with her. Deanna was very caring, honest, and professional. When we would start to get frustrated, and/or angry at the process, she would calmly remind us of what the goal was and "keep us on track". We trusted her completely and did everything she advised we do. Deanna fought very hard for my nephew and his son. I am so thankful that we hired Deanna. She is by far the best attorney I have ever worked with and I would highly recommend her to anyone. I firmly believe that if it was not for her knowledge of the law, her wisdom, honesty, professionalism, and dedication, we may not have had the happy ending we have had. Thank you so much, Deanna. You have no idea how very grateful we all are to you and your team.

Nobody wants to go through a divorce but since it was happening I wanted the best…. and that’s what I got in Deanna Rusch. From the moment I met Deanna I knew that I wanted her on my side. She is strong, professional, knowledgeable, and guided me through my unnecessarily difficult case with ease. She was patient with me when I got upset and always addressed my concerns promptly and even talked me off the ledge a few times. Having Deanna on my side made an intolerable process tolerable. I won’t hesitate to recommend her to others in need of the best.

I would highly recommend Deanna Rusch as a divorce attorney; she is knowledgeable, forthright, honest, trustworthy and not afraid of confrontation. Whenever I had a question or concern, she was prompt in returning my calls and/or emails. We worked as a team to get the best possible outcome for my situation. Not only was I pleased with her work as my attorney but she seemed genuinely concerned for my family’s well-being. Deanna was very easy to talk with and truly understands the stresses and emotions that occur during divorces.

Deanna worked effectively in cooperation with my CA attorney to win Sole legal and physical custody of my child. I could not be happier as she helped get my daughter out of a very psychologically harmful environment . I was concerned at first about the cost and billing but now i see that every dollar spent was well worth it. Highly recommended for multi State jurisdiction issues, and for cases involving CPS / CJC investigations.

Great Acquisition - Deanna Rusch -
The word is out; Deanna has a new office. As a former client, I can state without question the winner here is McKinley Irvin. Deanna is an incredibly talented domestic attorney. Deanna brings more than just her legal talents to any case, she is a friendly voice in the calm storm; she reminds her clients, while the divorce is the legal process, life still goes on. She constantly coaches her clients to focus on the new beginning, your children and yourself.

McKinley Irvin's presence in Vancouver and Southwest Washington just got real!!!