
About Brien Galbraith
Having practiced family law in King County since graduating from law school, Brien has achieved a remarkable depth of experience in advising and representing clients in all family law matters including divorce, contested custody, child support modifications, protection orders, and parentage cases. Brien believes communication is the key to successful representation. He works with each client individually to form a plan of action for the client's unique set of circumstances. With this approach, he is able to identify with his clients and give them a voice. After determining if it will be possible to reach an amicable resolution or whether litigation or mediation will be necessary, Brien works with the client to execute their plan. Brien has earned his litigation experience in private family law practice as well as with the San Francisco Division of Child Support as an intern. He also earned a Certificate for Specialization in Litigation while completing his law degree at Golden Gate University School of Law. Brien is known for his honesty, close relationships with clients, and tenacity in his work on their behalf. Brien is a Pacific Northwest native; he grew up in Bellevue, Washington and currently resides in Seattle with his wife and young son. He enjoys travelling, karaoke, is a car enthusiast, and a Husky Football Season Ticket holder. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Brien Galbraith included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Selected to Super Lawyers: 2023 - 2025 Selected to Rising Stars: 2017 - 2018 Other Sources of Feedback About Brien Galbraith Included on the 2026Washington Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Washington Super Lawyers list 2024 Washington Super Lawyers list 2023 Washington Super Lawyers list 2018 Washington Super Lawyers list 2017 Washington Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
- Golden Gate University School of Law, San Francisco, California
- J.D.
- Honors: Certificate for Specialization in Litigation
Non Legal Education
- University of Washington
- Political Science
Current Employment Position(s)
- Partner
Published Works
Articles
- Co-authored an article for the KCBA Bar Bulletin with Kim Schnuelle called: “The Pressures and Perils of Prenuptial Agreements.” That was in the May 2016 edition
- "Losing Faith", KCBA Bar Bulletin, February, 2016
Bar Admissions
- Washington, 2008
Other Affiliations
- WSBA
- KCBA Family Law Section
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Brien Galbraith |
| Firm | Meridian Family Law |
| Address | 901 5th Avenue, Suite 2800A, Seattle, WA 98164 |
| Phone | 206-710-2766 |
| Phone | 206-859-6801 |
| Website | www.meridianfamilylaw.com |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |