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How do Utah courts decide child custody?

Courts decide custody based on the “best interest of the child” standard. That means if the parents themselves cannot agree on custody, a judge will[…]

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HELP! My partner is abusing me. How do I stop it FAST?

You can obtain a restraining order on an expedited basis if you can show you have been a victim of abuse or domestic violence or[…]

My ex won’t let me see our kids even though I have a court order. What can I do?

If your ex is not following court orders there are several ways to force him or her do so. One option is filing what is[…]

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How are child medical expenses handled in a divorce?

Utah law presumes that parents should equally share their children’s reasonable and necessary out-of-pocket medical expenses. This includes the child’s pro-rata share of any medical[…]

How are debts handled in a divorce?

Debts incurred during the marriage for family purposes (e.g. Groceries, credit cards, medical bills, etc) will be divided “equitably.” This can but does not always[…]

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My ex is wanting to move out of state with our kids. How will this affect our custody and parent-timeshare order?

Unless your decree says something different, generally a relocating parent must provide 60 days advance written notice of their intentions to the other parent. This[…]

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