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At Northwest Family Law, we handle high-net-worth divorces in Kirkland, which require careful planning and sophisticated legal strategy.

According to the World Population Review, Kirkland ranks among the most affluent cities in Washington. In neighborhoods like Moss Bay, NeighborhoodScout reports a high divorce filing rate, making high-asset separations a regular but uniquely high-stakes challenge in our community.

Our attorneys work with business owners, tech professionals, and executives at local powerhouses like Google’s Kirkland campus, helping clients protect their financial futures while minimizing unnecessary conflict.

With Northwest Family Law, you get protection, guidance, and a legal team that sees your full picture.

Why High-Asset Clients Choose Northwest Family Law

High net worth divorce is about protecting your future. At Northwest Family Law, we’re trusted by professionals, executives, and business owners across Kirkland because we bring clarity, strategy, and compassion to every case.

  • Strategic, Assertive Advocacy: Clients describe us as “bulldogs” when necessary, unafraid to confront manipulative tactics while staying focused on what matters: your long-term peace and protection.
  • Clear Communication, Always: We keep you informed at every turn. That includes after-hours check-ins, same-day responses, and direct updates, not chasing staff or waiting days for basic answers.
  • True Care, Real Empowerment: From our first consultation, we make sure you feel heard. If you’re overwhelmed or already in litigation, our team listens without judgment and helps you regain control.
  • Proven Results, Even in Complicated Cases: From fixing mishandled divorces to resolving disputes before trial, we’re known for outcomes that beat expectations, even on tight timelines.
  • Efficient, Supportive Team: Our staff is responsive, reliable, and aligned. Even when transitions happen behind the scenes, our systems make sure your case never misses a beat.

Our High Net Worth Divorce Services 

At Northwest Family Law, high net worth divorces are about securing your financial future. These cases require deep legal analysis, advisors, and strategic planning across multiple asset categories.

We routinely handle:

  • Business and startup valuation
  • Division of investment and brokerage accounts
  • Executive compensation and stock options
  • High-value real estate and vacation homes
  • Separate property and inheritance protection
  • Spousal maintenance for high earners
  • Forensic accounting and hidden asset discovery
  • Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
  • Divorce-related tax strategy
  • Privacy for public figures and executives

What Is a High Net Worth Divorce?

A high net worth divorce refers to a marital dissolution where one or both spouses have significant assets, typically exceeding $1 million in combined property. These cases often involve stock options, retirement accounts, business ownership, luxury real estate, investment portfolios, and intellectual property.

Because Washington is a community property state, the court generally divides assets and debts 50/50, but what qualifies as “community” versus “separate” property isn’t always clear, especially when businesses or investments were started before the marriage or involve inherited capital.

What Makes High Net Divorce Cases in Kirkland Different?

High-asset divorces require advanced legal strategies to handle:

  • Executive compensation, such as stock options, RSUs, and deferred bonuses
  • Business valuation and buyout structures
  • Taxable and non-taxable asset divisions
  • Hidden assets or improperly disclosed income
  • Lifestyle maintenance vs. spousal maintenance conflicts
  • Prenups, postnups, or cohabitation agreements
  • High-conflict parenting plan negotiations with financial leverage considerations

Kirkland’s proximity to major employers like Google, which has over 3,000 employees in the area, means divorces here often include stock grants, equity packages, and multi-year compensation schemes, each of which carries distinct legal and tax implications.

Areas We Serve in Kirkland

We serve clients in:

  • Norkirk
  • Moss Bay
  • Houghton
  • Bridle Trails
  • Highlands
  • Everest
  • Juanita
  • North Juanita
  • South Juanita
  • Totem Lake
  • Finn Hill
  • Market
  • Central Houghton
  • Lakeview
  • Kingsgate
  • Rose Hill 
  • Southwest Kirkland
  • Holmes Point

Schedule a Consultation Today 

If you’re going through a high net worth divorce in Kirkland and want legal representation that understands both your financial complexity and your personal concerns, Northwest Family Law is here to help. 

Our team provides discreet, strategy-driven counsel tailored to executives, business owners, and high-income families across Kirkland. We offer flexible consultation options at our office located just minutes from downtown Kirkland. 

To schedule a confidential consultation, call us directly or fill out our contact form.

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Client Testimonials

Lindsay Steinbach

9 months ago

I originally reached out to Northwest Family Law because they had a mostly female team. When I scheduled my consult, their first available was with a male attorney. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t a little nervous to meet with him after having met with other male attorneys in the community. I waited 3 weeks to have our consultation and I was immediately blown away. He showed genuine concern for myself and my son, he was well versed in the information I had left with the receptionist when I scheduled the consult and very much put me at ease with moving forward in pursuing dissolution of marriage.

My team consisted of Mitchell and Cydney primarily with some help from Nikki as well. Mitchell and Cydney are amazing, so thorough, responsive, helpful, informative and kind. I’m so glad they were on my team, they are so very competent and really care about their clients. My husband’s attorney left a lot to be desired and was the complete opposite of this team so I’m very thankful I found Northwest Family Law. Huge thank you to Mitchell, Cydney and Nikki for taking care of me throughout the dissolution process! Me, my son and our dog are all living our best lives thanks to you all 💜

Devon Bentley

4 months ago

Northwest Family Law is a great firm. They are very professional and knowledgeable. Working with Cydney Fermstad in the past, she was helpful, thorough, and went above and beyond for me. I will choose to work with Northwest Family Law in the future if I need their specific services.

Daniel Borodyansky

12 months ago

Mitch is an exceptional family law attorney, blending compassion with legal acumen to achieve the best outcomes for his clients. His dedication to ethical practice and deep understanding of family law set him apart. He is known for going the extra mile to support clients through challenging times. I highly recommend working with Mitch at Northwest Family Law.

Alison Carr

3 months ago

Northwest Family Law is a top notch law firm. Cydney and her team are extremely knowledgeable, professional, and compassionate. They always go above and beyond for their clients. I could not recommend this firm more!

Aubrey Chavez

4 months ago

Cydney and her team at Northwest Family Law is outstanding. They are professional, attentive, compassionate, and genuinely cares about their clients. The entire firm is committed to providing top-notch service. I highly recommend them for anyone seeking reliable and compassionate legal support!

Julia

4 months ago

I haven’t personally used Northwest Family Law’s services, but I’ve heard nothing but great things about their professionalism and dedication to clients. Their team is known for being compassionate, especially when it comes to handling complex family matters. Cydney, who works there, is incredibly knowledgeable and always speaks highly of the firm’s commitment to supporting families through challenging transitions. Based on what I’ve seen and heard, I would absolutely recommend Northwest Family Law to anyone seeking a law firm that truly cares about its clients and their futures.

Shaaden Shadman

3 months ago

If you’re looking for a family law firm, there’s no better choice than Northwest Family. Their entire team is there to put you first. They’re incredibly knowledgeable, professional, compassionate, and our truly invested in your goals. I would, hands down, recommend them to anyone looking for family law services.

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