Although there are divorces where couples have heated disagreements and it is difficult to communicate, there are situations where the parties have agreed on all or most issues that must be decided in the divorce. This is called an uncontested divorce, and there can...
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Understanding Parenting Plans in Utah
When parents are separated, a Parenting Plan can help them think about how they will make decisions for their children. In Utah, the parents must file a parenting plan with the court whenever joint custody is awarded. It must include the methods the parents will use...
Alimony modification requests and the paying spouse’s options
In Utah family law, alimony is a frequent topic for dispute. Alimony is often viewed from the perspective of the former spouse who is receiving these payments. However, the paying spouse can also face complications and challenges. This is true for everyone – even...
Dividing a home in divorce
One of the most common questions that comes up in any divorce is "Who gets to keep the house?" While many couples may have this question, there is no one answer to it. Separate and marital property In this conversation, the first thing to remember is that Utah law...
Utah’s divorce rate is one of the highest in the nation
According to recent data, Utah has one of the highest divorce rates in the country. Utah’s rate of divorce among women, when compared with 1,000 married people, is 9.4%, tying it for 7th among all the states in the country. A couple of Utah's neighboring states also...
Types of child custody in Utah
When parents decide that their best option is to separate, it can be tremendously difficult for everyone, especially their children. Determining child custody in Utah is often a contentious issue, with emotions running high and parents unable to agree. In Utah, there...
New rules regarding Utah divorces have gone into effect
For Utah couples who are getting a divorce, the emotional, financial, and personal challenges are enormous. As the case moves forward, they will be thinking about child custody, parent-time, alimony, child support, property division and more. They might not be fully...
What to do when someone ignores a family court order
Going through a divorce can be difficult enough on its own. When it’s over, you hope to put it behind you and move on with your life. After all, the issues were dealt with in court and the judge has made orders everyone is required to follow. Unfortunately, those...
It is important to consider tax consequences in divorce
In the process of dividing up property, a couple needs to consider the tax consequences of their decisions. Just about every couple will face some tax-related fallout from a divorce. For example, after a divorce, the couple can no longer take advantage of the...
New discovery rule in divorce cases shortens timeframe
If you are unable to resolve your divorce through settlement negotiations, then you will need to prepare for litigation. This litigation can address everything from property division and spousal support to child custody and child support. You cannot walk into these...