$ 300-350 per hour
PRO
also known as The Quirk Law Group, Divorce for Grownups
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As a seasoned divorce attorney serving Kirkland, Washington, Karin Quirk has provided highly professional and affordable legal services since 1996. Raised in Spokane and a graduate of Eastern Washington University, Karin spent most of her adult life in Western Washington as well as several years in Southern California. Karin began her legal career in Orange County, returning to the Puget Sound area in 2003 to become a grandparent.
As a member of the California State Bar, Karin began her solo legal career in Huntington Beach and has always practiced family law. In 2003 she completed training in divorce mediation and shortly thereafter became certified in collaborative law.
An avid writer and blogger, check out Karin’s divorce blog to learn more about divorce, legal separation, child custody, property division, child support and alimony, coping with divorce, and tax issues.
Karin pursued various careers before attending law school at Western State University College of Law in Irvine, California, including work as a teacher, financial adviser, real estate appraiser, and corporate marketing executive. With a strong background in investment and wealth management, Karin says she “divides wealth,” as a notable factor in marriage dissolution Her extensive experience aids clients by helping them understand tax and investment consequences of their divorce settlement. While not currently practicing wealth management, Karin relies on supportive professionals such as Certified Divorce Financial Analysts (CDFA).
Karin was named a “Five Star Wealth Manager” in Seattle magazine in 2010 and 2011 for scoring high in overall satisfaction. Only seven percent of wealth managers in the Seattle area received this distinction, based on an independent survey of area consumers, financial service professionals, and Seattle magazine subscribers. The study focused on criteria such as customer service, value for fee charged, knowledge/expertise, meeting of financial objectives, and more.
When not practicing family law or playing with her grandson, Karin enjoys photography, entertaining friends in her home, and going to concerts.
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$ 300-350 per hour
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
State: California
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Mobile
14 Main Street South, Kirkland, WA, 98033
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29 Client Reviews
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Posted by Lori | July 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Personable and Supportive
My divorce proved to be a bit more challenging then I expected but Karin and Peter were there with me every step of the way. They helped me understand the process, answered my questions, responded in a timely manner and offered both legal and emotional support! I would highly recommend Karin and her...
Posted by Sravy | April 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Best Services i could ask for
Karin and Melissa helped me through out the process with minimal follow-up and pressure to understand the next steps. Thank you both for being their for me during tough times to see this it through.
Posted by Cynthia | March 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Not an always uncontested divorce
Karin and her staff were so helpful, keeping me informed and moving the process forward. They even took the responsibility of responding to my former spouse, allowing me to concentrate on healing while the process played out. My thanks to both Karin and Melissa for their advice and support during a ...
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce done the right way. The grown-up way.
My divorce was challenging, but from my first conversation with Karin and Melissa, I was confident that I chose the right attorneys to handle my divorce. They treated me with dignity and respect, and eased my many worries throughout this difficult process. I enjoyed working with them and appreciated ...
Posted by Brandon | December 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Absolutely top level legal counsel
Karin and Melissa guided me through the divorce process with steady advice and an eye for swift and peaceful resolution. I was particularly impressed by the speed with which my concerns were answered, even from overseas and during weekends. I couldn’t recommend anyone more.
"I have known Karin since the 2000s just as the collaborative movement and the King County Collaborative law movement settled down into its permanent meeting location in downtown Seattle. Karin was relocating from California and from the first time I met her she showed a winner's attitude. She grew an excellent practice from scratch in Kirkland. She's naturally extroverted and her clients truly enjoy the time spent with her. She has created a loving client community around herself. Her office has a great view and her law partner is a hard working, focused lawyer. She's an excellent east side lawyer to hire."
"Although I do not practice family law, I have routinely seen Karin Quirk give insightful answers to family law questions posed by other attorneys seeking guidance. She is clearly experienced and knowledgeable in her practice area."
"I endorse Karin. She is a talented and knowledgeable attorney. If you are looking for someone to help you in a cooperative family law matter, you would be well-served by considering her services."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you're goal is a respectful, cooperative dissolution, whether you think you can attain that goal or not, give Karin a call."
"Karin is a seasoned professional who has an excellent sense of the "big picture" in handling her family law matters. She is a strong advocate for her clients, while keeping the interests of the whole family in mind, and emphasizes amicable resolution, whenever possible. I highly recommend her."
"As opposing counsel on a case we had together, Karin was tough, knowledgeable, and well prepared. Fortunately, for those of us still litigating, she now focuses on resolving divorce cases without going to court. I believe she has a calm, down-to-earth, reassuring manner with clients that puts them at ease and makes reaching an amicable divorce settlement much more likely."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karin is an experienced, professional family law attorney who has her clients' best interests at heart. I have worked with her as opposing counsel over the years on several matters and she has always been knowledgable, reasonable and professional. I hope to work with her again in the future."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karin is a well-prepared, hardworking, strong advocate for her clients. She thoughtfully advises on the best course of action for attaining her client's interests and does so. Unfortuntately there are some clients who have unrealistic expectations, and when not met, whine and complain in an attempt to avoid the fee or gain a return of retainer. Do not be misled by these people -- free speech is a wonderful thing, but it can be abused in a forum such as this and mislead others. Karin is well-prepared, ethical and effective!"
"I worked with Karin when she practiced in Southern California. I found her to be knowledgeable and hard working. When she moved up to Washington, I referred a client to her who moved up to her area. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Karin and I were opposing counsel a few years ago. I found her approach to be very client oriented; looking for the best solution for the parties, including the children. We were able to resolve all issue in cooperative manner, limiting unnecessary cost, leaving both clients satisfied with the outcome. Avoiding unnecessary conflict gave the parties a good foundation to continue a positive pattern of parenting after their dissolution. I look forward to working with Karin in the future and would recommend Karin to anyone who hopes to resolve their differences in a constructive manner."
"Karin is professional and a zelous advocate for her clients. She is efficinet and is always seeking reasonable resolution to all issues. She is compassionate to her clients and has experience in communicating their demands to opposing counsel."
"Karin has a great reputation for working with people to resolve their situation without litigation. This is a great approach -- divorce without war."
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Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Five Star Wealth Manager, Seattle Magazine
2010
Five Star Wealth Manager, Seattle Magazine
2010
Five Star Wealth Manager, Seattle Business
2007
Sponsor, Kirkland Boys & Girls Summer Dreams Program
2002
Mediator of the Year, Consumer Business Journal
1995
American Jurisprudence -- Trusts,
1994
American Jurisprudence - Federal Income Tax, Lawyers Cooperative Publishing
1987
Rookie fo the Year, American Heart Association
2003 - Present
Owner, The Quirk Law Group, PLLC
1996 - Present
, Law Office of Karin Quirk
2013 - 2016
Senior Attorney, Quirk&Rosecrans PLLC
2000 - 2003
, Orange County Law Center
1998 - 1999
, Quirk & Jordening
1996 - 1998
, Law Offices of Karin Quirk
1993 - 2006
, Callahan McCune and Willis
2018 - Present
Greater Kirkland Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors
2015 - Present
Washington State Bar Association SoloExecutive Committee
2007 - Present
Professional organizations and associationsMember
2007 - Present
East King County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Kirkland Boys and Girls ClubTreasurer
2005 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2003 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2003 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law GroupMember
2003 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Association for Conflict ResolutionMember
1999 - Present
AOF Pacific Affordable HousingBoard of Directors
1997 - Present
California State Bar AssociationMember
Member
2006 - 2007
King County Collaborative Law Family Law Practice GroupSecretary
1997 - 2007
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1994 - 1996
Western State University, Law ReviewEditorial Board
After Parenting Evaluation and two week trial, father got supervised visitation.
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My Path To Being A Divorce Lawyer
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Divorce Is A Business Concern
2010
Health Care Directives
2006
Collaborative Family Law
2006
Family Law
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Collaborative Family Law
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Legal Answers
Do both parties need to be present to finalize the divorce?
03 Dec 2014
Is it possible to settle contested divorce without property discovery and mediation, if parties can settle by themselves?
17 Mar 2012
Who has to provide transportation for child visitations?
01 Mar 2012