Posts in Modifying Orders

There are several ways to terminate alimony early in Utah. First, Utah law provides that alimony “automatically terminates” when the receiving spouse gets remarried or[…]

In a perfect world when the court ordered someone to pay you money they would do it without hesitation. But in reality parties sometimes do[…]

If you are going through a divorce or custody case in Utah one parent will likely be ordered to pay child support. This article explains[…]

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[…]

We frequently receive phonecalls from distraught parents who, for one reason or another, have not been able to enjoy a positive relationship with their children[…]

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[…]

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[…]

Yes. Utah courts can modify family court orders if there has been a “substantial and material change in circumstance” and, if the case involves your[…]

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[…]

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[…]