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4th of July Parent-time in 2018
Under the Utah holiday schedule for children ages 5 and up, in 2018 the custodial parent (the parent who has the children most overnights) is[…]
What Property Gets Divided in a Divorce?
Utah divorce courts can generally divide any property a spouse acquires during his/her marriage. The presumption is such property will be divided equally. However the[…]
How to Terminate Alimony in Utah
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[…]
Halloween Parent-time in Utah
Halloween is right around the corner. In odd-numbered years like 2017 the custodial parent gets this holiday under the standard Utah holiday schedule. Halloween is[…]
Can I Read Through My Ex’s Email During a Divorce?
Yes if you go through the proper channels. Accessing your ex’s email account (or any other electronic account for that matter like Facebook) without their[…]
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 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[…]
Who Gets The Kids Over The Summer?
Summer is coming up. Do you know who gets your kids and when? Under the Utah state default parent-time schedule, if your child is five[…]
Is Limited Scope Representation Right for Me?
Do you need legal help but do not want to pay a lawyer to handle everything? We offer “limited scope” (also known as unbundled) representation[…]
Can I Change a Utah Family Court Order?
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[…]