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Informal Trials – Is It Right For You?

Utah law allows you to have your case decided using an “informal trial” if both sides agree to this process. While normally these are used[…]

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Temporary Orders in Utah Family Law Cases

You can ask the Court to enter “temporary orders” after filing a Utah divorce, custody, or paternity action. These orders address important issues such as[…]

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Who gets Columbus Day in 2017 (October 9)?

The custodial parent gets the Columbus Day holiday “beginning at 6 p.m. the day before the holiday until 7 p.m. on the holiday” in 2017.[…]

Which Parent Gets Labor Day in 2017?

If you are following the holiday schedule in the Utah Code then the Labor Day holiday weekend in 2017 goes to the noncustodial parent. Utah[…]

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How Do You Calculate Child Support in Utah?

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[…]

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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[…]

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In-Kind Child Support Contributions

A common question that comes up in my practice is whether a parent paying child support is entitled to a credit against their child support[…]

Can I sign away my rights to avoid paying child support?

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[…]

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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[…]

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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[…]