Atty. Melissa Kirkley
Melissa Kirkley is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, general practice. Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years.
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Melissa Kirkley is a divorce and family law attorney based in Seattle, Washington. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Washington (2007) and Oregon (2012). Educated at Willamette University, College of Law (J.D., 2007) and University of Washington (B.A., 2002). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Melissa Kirkley is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, general practice
- Melissa received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
- Melissa practices in Seattle, WA
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Why local counsel matters in Washington
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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