How to Choose the Right Utah Divorce Lawyer
An experienced divorce lawyer will protect your interests, help you understand possible outcomes for you and your children, and make this difficult process as stress-free as possible. Hiring an attorney is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during this time, and your decision can have a significant impact on the outcome of your case. So […]
Divorce Litigation — What Happens to the Pets?
Of all the details decided in divorce litigation, the disposition of pets can be very emotional. In millions of households across the country, pets are regarded as members of the family. Yet divorce courts view them very differently. In the eyes of the law, pets are not little, furry children and therefore do not require custody […]
Understanding Alimony in a Utah Divorce Proceeding
Does the granting of a Utah divorce decree require alimony payments? This is a common question our clients frequently ask. The answer depends on several factors. Also known as spousal support, alimony payments are awarded in many cases. Consequently, it is reasonable to expect some discussion on this point during the negotiation phase. Who Can Be Awarded Alimony […]
Who Gets What In a Divorce?
During your divorce, you may wonder who gets what? How are premarital and marital assets divided? Division of Assets – A Rule of Thumb The general rule and there are always some exceptions, is that anything acquired during the marriage is marital property. General speaking, the division date for marital property is the date of entry of the […]
Who Gets Our Friends in the Divorce?
Throughout your marriage, you have most likely made friends along the way. You may have spent time with other couples and grown close to them over the years. So what happens to those relationships now that you are divorced? Who is “awarded” your friends? Common Reactions by Friends In many cases, nothing will change, your […]
Maintaining Dignity During a Divorce
Sometimes the fault of a failed marriage may fall more on one party than the other. Though it may be tempting to explain to others the cause for your divorce, it simply isn’t necessary. None of Your Business! It isn’t anyone’s business to know what led you and your spouse to divorce. You don’t have to reveal […]
Spend Money Carefully During a Divorce
You’re considering getting divorced, or you are in the process of getting divorced. You finally have the opportunity to buy anything you want without being accountable to anyone….right? Wrong. It may seem like you have the freedom to go on a spending spree and not be accountable for your purchases. You may even think if you […]
Can My Marriage Be Saved?
You’re sitting in the lobby of an attorney’s office and that’s when you ask yourself, “Is there a chance my marriage can be saved?” Ultimately, you are the only person who can answer this difficult question. Not your family member, not your counselor, not your best friend, and not even your attorney. You are the one who […]
How To Correspond With Your Ex
The marriage is over, your decree is in place, you have made arrangements for custody with the court…. So now what? Once it’s all said and done, learning to communicate with your ex can be difficult. After your case is complete, you may want to cut ties, however, when children are involved it’s often not possible. Communicating […]
Help! My Ex Isn’t Following Our Decree!
If your ex isn’t following what is outlined in a decree or court order, they may be found in contempt. If a former spouse isn’t abiding by financial orders, you may be awarded a judgment, upon which you can execute assets of the non-complying individual. Take Steps Before Taking it to Court Although it can be […]