Jessica T. Moore - Bellevue, WA
Attorney at McKinley Irvin
Family Law Lawyers in Bellevue, WA
601 108th Ave NE Suite 1900 Bellevue, WA 98004
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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23
Years
Experience
Bellevue Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Divorce
- Unmarried Couples
Attorney Information
Overview
Jessica T. Moore, Senior Attorney, McKinley Irvin - Seattle
Jessica Moore brings an unusually broad academic background to the practice of law. A magna cum laude graduate of Whitworth University, the associate attorney earned a B.A. in Economics with minors in Music, Political Science, and Psychology. In the eleven years she has been practicing law, Jessica claims that, at one time or another, knowledge in all these areas has been relevant to her work.
“Family law is a very active practice area in that our clients—who come to McKinley Irvin with different skills, interests and experiences—change continually," says the Seattle University Presidential Law Scholar. "Though the people change and the law itself evolves, the need for capable, considerate legal representation remains constant. It is that kind of representation I want to provide."
Jessica says she was attracted to McKinley Irvin because of the high-quality people affiliated with the firm. Although their styles and methods of practice may differ, in her eyes there exists a common commitment to excellence.
"These attorneys follow the rules and represent their clients with skill and intelligence," notes the Alaska native. "Knowing I can approach them any time for opinions on a possible course of action gives me a good deal of confidence. Beyond that, they are great people." Jessica serves clients from our law office in Seattle, particularly those involving complex financial divorce matters.
Among the traits Jessica says she most admires in her colleagues, including McKinley Irvin partner Jennifer Payseno with whom she works directly, are the capacity to remain cordial in contested cases, knowledge of applicable court rules and procedures (and the aptitude to apply them properly), attention to detail, and a commitment to deal in good faith--including a willingness to avoid unnecessary litigation.
Learn more about Jessica Moore at https://www.mckinleyirvin.com/Attorney-Profiles/Jessica-Moore.aspx.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Distinguished as a Washington Rising Star by Super Lawyers®, 2007 - Present
Other Sources of Feedback About Jessica T. Moore
Included on the 2007 Washington Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Seattle University School of Law,
Seattle,
Washington, 2002
Honors: cum laude
Honors: Legal Writing Award Recipient
Law Review: Seattle University Law Review, 2000 - 2002
Law Review: Seattle University Law Review, Lead Article Editor, 2002
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Seattle University School of Law,
Seattle,
Washington, 2002
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Non Legal Education
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Whitworth College, 1999
Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Major: Economics
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Whitworth College, 1999
Pro Bono Activities
- Race for the Cure Participant, 2007
- Grace Notes Participant, 2007
- KCBA Legal Clinic Volunteer, 2003 - Present
Bar Admissions
- Washington, 2003
Other Affiliations
- King County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section)
- American Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section)
- Washington State Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section)
Contact
601 108th Ave NE
Suite 1900
Bellevue, WA 98004
Phone: 206-489-0991
Fax: (206) 223-1999
Email: Send a message
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F
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