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Karin E. Quirk
Attorney at Law
(425) 289-0293
5400 Carillon Point
Kirkland,WA 98033
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COMMON MYTHS ABOUT DIVORCE,CHILD CUSTODY AND COMMUNITY PROPERTY IN WASHINGTON STATE

Here are some random Friday musings about some of the misconceptions I often hear. No particular order or importance just as I thought about them. As always,this is informational only and not intended as legal advice for your particular situation. Always confer with an attorney before taking any action regarding these issues.

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Taking Control of Her Life

Most of my work is with mature couples who are working cooperatively and respectfully to dissolve their marriage.  Every now and then I get a case where I know I am going to make a true difference in a person’s life.  This is chapter one in what I think will be a heartwarming story of personal empowerment.

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Divorce and Your Business,Minimize the Impact

While ultimately a personal matter,divorce affects business in time,money,and lost productivity.  An employee going through an emotionally troubling time may be less productive,miss work and may involve other employees in the drama.  Many business also are concerned about revealing private or sensitive information.

When the business owner is the person involved [...]

Gender Bias and Divorce

Often folks tell me that there is a great deal of gender bias in the divorce process.  I agree there is but you may be surprised where you find some of this gender bias.  You probably have your own bias.

Fact pattern 1

Parent of three children is very unhappy in the marriage.  P has [...]

Washington State Divorce:Beginning the Case and Filing A Petition

The most frequent comment I hear from clients is “I’ve never done this before”. This is true and probably they will only do it once. Some people do extensive research and have a lot of knowledge but don’t know how to put it together and some of my clients are complete strangers to the process. My job is to be a guide to the novice and to those who have extensive knowledge. Here is a basic run through of beginning the legal process in Washington State. Keep in mind this is general information only and your case may be different. Also each county is slightly different. Most of this information is true of every county but where there is a significant difference I will point it out. [...]

Is Your Divorce Too Complex to Be Cooperative?

Lately I have been seeing print and television ads for “complex”divorces,implying that some divorces require special handling by only those certain lawyers. Sometimes folks approach me and tell me they would like to engage in a respectful,cooperative divorce but their situation is too complicated. So when might a case be too complicated [...]