Divorce

Even if a Utah couple is not exactly friendly as they end their marriage, that does not mean that they have to participate in a contentious court battle. An uncontested divorce can save the parties both time and money. There are other added benefits of coming to an...

As a Utah couple's marriage ends, the parties may simply want the matter to be closed as soon as possible. That desire can result in one or both parties being dissatisfied with the divorce settlement. By taking a step back and taking the opportunity to ensure that the...

In recent years, social media sites have become part of our every day lives. People enjoy sharing their lives and keeping up with the lives of their friends and family regardless of how far apart they may be. Because of the widespread use of these social media sites,...

During the Utah divorce process, many ex-spouses either are ordered by the court to pay alimony or voluntarily agree to do so as part of a settlement. In many cases, alimony is paid for several years, though many people are under the impression that it is permanent....

The fact is that marriages do not end because the parties are working together and getting along. Therefore, it is probably safe to say that the Utah divorce process is not always going to go smoothly. What can help, however, is staying off the emotional roller...

Utah residents who keep up with celebrity divorces most likely already know that Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner are ending their marriage. Instead of going out in dramatic Hollywood fashion, they have chosen to keep their divorce amicable by using mediation to...

Obtaining a professional license often takes a considerable amount of time, money and effort -- and that does not even include building a practice. Your spouse may have been supportive as you built your practice. Conseuently, divorce proceedings can get complicated...

Only in recent years have pets entered into the divorce scene. Court battles over who will get custody of the family pet are becoming routine around the country and here in Utah. One statistic indicates that approximately 10 percent of divorce proceedings become...

The realities of a Utah divorce often require the parties to give up the marital home. It is often more financially advantageous for the parties to sell the home, split the proceeds and find another place to live. Unfortunately, this could mean that a child will not...

When giving advice on divorce, many sources discuss the importance of the parties making individual preparations before announcing their intentions in order to make sure they receive everything to which they are entitled in the settlement. However, for Utah couples...