Rising divorce has become ubiquitous in the US. A divorce trial can be a very expensive process, and thus, going to trial should be avoided if possible. Since most people are not aware of the nuances of divorce law, the services of a competent divorce lawyer can help settle the case within the shortest possible time period and with the least possible expenses. Unfortunately, it is not always right to expect this from some divorce attorneys because the biggest revenue stream for attorneys are heavily litigated cases with high attorney’s fees.

However, a typical Bellevue Divorce Lawyer at the McKinley Irvin family law firm is not quite like the rest. McKinley Irvin Bellevue divorce lawyers discuss with you your options on how to settle your case in the most efficient manner. More significantly, each will explore the possibilities of mediation for your case, which is almost always less expensive than a trial, and hastens the resolution of your case. A McKinley Irvin Bellevue Divorce Lawyer will never take you for a ride to increase fees or take advantage of you during this vulnerable time. With strong ethical standards, McKinley Irvin Bellevue divorce lawyers strive for an effective solution of your case using the shortest possible time frame.

However, this does not mean that we mediate to our client’s detriment. Not every case can or should be settled without a fight, and so our attorneys are always ready to go to trial if necessary. Each Bellevue divorce attorney at McKinley Irvin has handled many cases in Washington State divorce actions, with cases involving contested child custody, residential schedules, child support enforcement, debt distribution, and alimony.

Each Bellevue Divorce Lawyer has the experience and acumen to resolve complex divorce cases involving family businesses, liquid assets, international citizenship, and appellate cases. At MI, the Bellevue divorce lawyer works on valuing and dividing property including multi-million dollar estates; cases involving pensions and other employment benefits, stock options, 401(k) plans, and other investments.