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People of any age can find themselves in an unhappy marriage, even those who have been married for many years or even decades. In fact, divorces of those over age 50 have increased so greatly that a phrase has been coined for them -- “gray divorce.” Gray divorcees...
Some divorces are messy. Both parties may have animosity and hurt feelings that any form of cooperation may seem unachievable. However, mediating a high-conflict divorce may be an option for couples willing to work together collaboratively. What is mediation?...
When a couple decides to divorce, each spouse is expected to provide an accounting of their assets. Using this accounting, the court will divide those assets equitably. Unfortunately, sometimes spouses may overlook certain assets and benefits, thus neglecting to...
While some divorces are long and drawn out with upset parties on both sides, there are other circumstances where the spouses agree to the divorce. This is called an uncontested divorce. One spouse will still need to file for divorce, but the process tends to be much...
Emotions can run very high during divorces, and spouses can become very upset with each other. These tensions can govern many of the decisions made during the divorce. This includes the decisions they make regarding their children. During a divorce, parents need to...
When there is a divorce in Utah, child custody and parent-time can be common sources of discord. This is true whether the couple is at odds over every issue in the case, if they are on reasonably good terms, and anywhere in between. There are fundamental aspects of...
Many couples deal with infidelity and other forms of betrayal within their marriages. Some of these couples find that they cannot work through their issues and decide to file for divorce. Utah is a state that allows for fault-based divorce. Therefore, one spouse can...
Grandparents can have a significant, positive influence in the lives of their grandchildren. In some situations, grandparents in Utah may want to formally pursue visitation rights through the court system. Generally, parents have a right to exercise full...
Although many courts view joint custody arrangements as the most beneficial for a child, they can certainly raise some challenges. This is perhaps highlighted best during the holidays, as parents may bicker over who will get to spend time with the child. Disagreements...
For many divorcing couples, the house is their most valuable asset. Under Utah law, all assets must be divided between the spouses equitably. Therefore, determining the family home's value – especially in marriages of lengthy duration – is vital to ensure a fair...
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