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Termination of Parental Rights Caselaw Review: In re D.S., 2023 UT App 98
In recent years, Utah law has made it challenging to terminate parental rights if a parent objects and there are alternative options. For example, if[…]
Zoom Consultations and Face Masks
We offer Zoom consultations to prospective clients. Zoom is a popular videoconferencing program. You can download the software here. If you would like to arrange[…]
Emergency Custody Orders in Juvenile Court
“Help! I’ve been caring for my grandchildren for years because the parents have been away partying and getting high on drugs. Then last night the[…]
Terminating Parental Rights in Utah
How do you terminate a parent’s rights in Utah and when and where can you do it? Read on to find out. To terminate parental[…]
What You Need to Know About Mediation in Utah
If you are involved in a contested family law case in Utah the court will likely require you to participate in mediation before going to[…]
I’ve Just Been Handed Court Papers. What Do I Do Next?
Being served with any kind of lawsuit can be a jarring experience and it is important you act fast to protect your legal rights. Typically[…]
What Rights Do Grandparents Have in Utah?
Utah law allows grandparents to seek visitation and even custody with their grandchildren under certain circumstances. This is a complicated area of the law because[…]
What is a Child Custody Evaluation?
A child custody evaluation provides the court with information it can use to make decisions about custody and parent-time. It is typically conducted by a[…]