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 […]
Why you need a parenting plan in Utah
As a newly separated mom or dad, you may be questioning what your child’s living situations will be. More importantly, how you and any co-parent will make decisions on behalf of your child. Utah law requires that divorced couples looking for joint custody of their children draft a mutually created co-parenting plan. This document covers vital […]
Parental drug use in child custody cases
When a parent uses drugs or is believed to be using drugs, it can be considered an emergency child custody case in Salt Lake City, Utah. Taking matters into your own hands is never advisable. Depending on the facts of the case, such conduct may result in a parent actually losing time with the child […]
Understanding Modification Cases in Utah
Modification litigation is a fairly common form of family law issues on court dockets. In Utah, they happen almost as frequently as divorce cases or paternity. Let’s take a deeper look at what modifications are looking to achieve, and what you can do if you need to respond to a modification case. What are family law […]
My Ex Wants Custody to Avoid Child Support Payments
When reading this article lets’ assume one thing. That is, both parents want what is best for their children and are not looking to unjustly cutback on the quality of life for their children. When one parent is required to pay child support to another, it is supposed to be for the benefit of the […]
What Type of Child Custody Should I Seek?
Child custody is one of the most contested matters within divorce. It’s a long-lasting decision that should be made with a firm understanding of what you are seeking and the terms that go hand in hand with it. Utah custody can be confusing, especially if it’s your first time going through a legal matter that involves […]
Preparing to Discuss Custody at Mediation
Mediation can be a helpful tool for many disputes, but one of the most frequently mediated issues in Utah is that of custody. Custody can be a difficult matter for parents to discuss, primarily because children are so important. Instead of preparing for mediation by digging your heels into the ground, consider following these tips to move toward […]
What is a Custody Evaluation?
During a case involving custody, if a dispute over custody arises or if the parents have serious concerns about the other party’s ability to parent, a custody evaluation may be necessary. Custody evaluations, or parenting evaluations as they are sometimes called, are often court-appointed, but can also be requested by either party. Good Information is Critical […]