Karin Quirk

Being Separated or Legal Separation -- What is the Difference?

The D word can be devastating to many married people. It almost seems that if you say the word "divorce" there will be no turning back. Often a person will contact me to discuss a legal separation when they really are intending a divorce but divorce is too fearful and final sounding. It seems to be a first step measure. I find that there is wide misunderstanding of the term. To add to the... (posted by Karin 3 years 151 days ago.)

A Cooperative Divorce Improves Life after Divorce for All

Recently while working with a couple to end their marriage I had a sense that something was missing. Through a lot of negotiation and hard work we had developed a parenting plan, support orders and the property settlement agreement. The final divorce would be completed without engaging in litigation. But I felt something was still missing. The negotiations had taken their toll and this couple was... (posted by Karin 3 years 151 days ago.)

Plan Ahead for the Holidays: Children and Divorce

Many issues come up around the holidays for those who are divorced, those in the middle of a divorce and even for those contemplating a divorce. The holiday season can be very busy for family law attorneys and the family courts. The general holiday advice of starting early to avoid holiday stress is even more important in the area of child custody and divorce. Contemplating Divorce? You can take steps... (posted by Karin 3 years 174 days ago.)