How to Live After a Divorce
A divorce is generally regarded as one of life’s most difficult and stressful events. Even if a divorce happens on mutual terms, it is a change that comes with its own set of challenges. Each divorce is just as unique as the individuals who were married. Perhaps it was your idea to end the marriage, […]
What can I do if my Utah Divorce Settlement is Unfair?
The weeks following the initial breakup from marriage is typically one of the most trying times a person can go through. It is common for people to feel a huge range of emotions such as, confusion, sadness, shock, and even anger. Although it may be hard to accept that marriage had ended, it is not […]
What you need to know about alimony in Utah
Many people have one simple question, “how does alimony work in Utah?” Seeking a divorce is usually an emotionally challenging process, but it can also have large financial implications. Alimony, also known as spousal support is basically when one spouse pays compensation to another after a divorce has taken place. The goal of this payment is to […]
How Social Media Relates to Divorce
Social media has changed the manner in which people throughout the world are connecting with each other. With a few clicks of a mouse, we can be chatting with someone who is in another country but shares similar interests together. Some people find great benefit in this new technology, while others have found that it […]
Help Your Children to Live in Two Homes After a Divorce
One of the most difficult challenges for children after a divorce can be getting used to living in two different homes. This sometimes scary and confusing change can be made easier when parents help their kids make the transition. One of the most important things to remember is that you want to instill a sense […]
How step-parent adoption works in Utah
Modern families are more complicated, blended and extended than they have ever been. Some people find themselves in situations where letting go opens them up for new opportunities and love. This can mean finding someone new after a divorce and falling in love with the right person for you. As relationships grow, so does the […]
How to Help Keep your Child Custody Case on Track
In a perfect world, your family law custody attorney and you should be working as a team for the same goal. When children are involved the stakes can be particularly high, so it is important that you help keep your case on track. This doesn’t just mean keeping things moving as quickly as possible, it also means […]
Things your Family Law Attorney Can do for you
For some people, the prospect of working with an attorney for legal issues comes naturally. For others, attorneys may seem cold, or intimidating and may even consider handling the legal issue on their own. While we can completely understand this sentiment (especially if this is your first time needing an attorney) it might not be […]
Surprisingly Little Known Divorce Process That Can Save You Money
Over the years of practicing family law in and around Bountiful, we have learned what people are most concerned with when it comes to a divorce. The four most regularly asked inquiries at the beginning of a legal separation are: How long will it take to finalize a divorce? How much will it set me […]
Tips for Talking to Children about Divorce
Ideally, both parties begin a marriage with the dedication to making their partnership a “happily ever after” story. That simply, however, cannot happen for every one of us. As you have probably heard before, nearly 40-50 percent of marriages in the US end in divorce. Children often find themselves in the middle of a difficult […]