Most Utah residents have some sort of social media account. Whether it be Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, people enjoy using social media as it is a large part of their lives. However, when a person is going through a divorce, it is important to know that social...
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How is debt divided in a Utah divorce?
As a Utah divorce is negotiated and debated, property division is one of the most prominent issues that needs to be resolved. Frequently, this is considered in the context of bank accounts, financial portfolios, real estate, automobiles, collectibles and more. These...
Are there alternatives to divorce in Utah?
Couples rarely take the decision to live apart lightly, especially when they have spent considerable time making a life together and having and raising their children. For many Utah couples, divorce is not their first choice when faced with serious marital problems,...
Understanding alimony in Utah
When a couple divorces in Utah, either party may make a request to the court for alimony. Alimony, which is sometimes referred to as spousal support, is the court-ordered amount that one party pays to the other party as a result of a divorce. Alimony factors...
Who gets stimulus payments post-divorce?
Although divorce can be riddled with emotion, it is also important to recognize that it is a major financial transaction that can affect you for years or even decades to come. Sure, property division and spousal support play an important role, but there may be other...
An alternative to litigating a divorce
Couples seeking a divorce are generally at odds with one another and may have a lot of conflict between them. Despite this conflict, it is sometimes easier emotionally to settle a divorce without litigating the matter. Settling a divorce out-of-court can be less...
Collecting Social Security after a divorce
Sometimes a married couple will spend decades together, only to find later in life that their union is no longer working out and it is best that they divorce. Couples who are nearing retirement or who are already retired may worry about their finances after they...
Preparing for your first meeting with a divorce attorney
Ending a marriage requires property division, settling debt, reviewing paperwork, thinking about your family’s future, and dealing with difficult emotions. An attorney may assist you in the divorce process and help protect your interests. To make the best use of your...
The role of fault in an alimony award
Divorces can be financially and emotionally messy, and it is not unusual for someone considering divorce to worry about how they will support themselves once their marriage is over. If an individual was financially dependent on their spouse’s income while they were...
Three financial considerations for high-asset divorcees
Although a divorce is an emotional process, it can also be a significant financial transition. During a divorce, an individual may go from a two-income household to one income, or may be asked to pay significant support to their ex and children. Aside from income,...