Utah Family Law Blog

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Steps to Take if Domestic Violence is an Issue During Divorce

Domestic violence is a serious issue in some marriages — and it often leads to divorce. If you’ve been a victim of abuse in your marriage or your spouse began to act abusive after the divorce papers were filed, there are several important steps y… Read More
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What You Need to Know About Utah’s 50/50 Child Custody Statute

On May 1, 2021, Utah’s 50/50 child custody statute went into effect. Also referred to as the “Equal Parent-Time Schedule” statute, this law allows parents to share equal physical custody unless there are reasons it would not be in the best inte… Read More
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How to Tell Your Spouse “I Want a Divorce”

If your marriage hasn’t been going well for quite some time and you’ve done everything you can to try to repair it, you may be considering parting ways. However, how to tell your spouse you want a divorce can be one of the most difficult conversa… Read More
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Categories: Utah Divorce
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Navigating a High Net-Worth Divorce

Ending a marriage is always challenging — emotionally and financially. However, high net-worth divorces can be even more complicated than other divorces. While the same laws and procedures apply, there are typically more assets to divide and variou… Read More
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Categories: Utah Divorce
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Understanding Utah’s Property Division Laws

One of the most contentious and emotional issues in a divorce typically concerns property division. When a couple decides to part ways, all assets that were acquired during the course of the marriage must be distributed between the spouses before the… Read More
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Categories: Utah Divorce
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Divorce and the Small Business Owner in Utah

Divorce with a business involved can make property division matters much more complex. After you’ve put in years of hard work to build your company and grow its profitability, dividing a business upon parting ways with your spouse can be an extreme… Read More
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Categories: Utah Divorce
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Child Custody Mistakes to Avoid in Utah

Child custody matters can be legally complex, emotionally overwhelming, and financially draining. Unfortunately, many people make a number of mistakes when it comes to child custody that can affect their cases. While it’s easy to do or say things i… Read More
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Categories: Child Custody
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Five Things to Do After Your Spouse Asks for a Divorce

Going through a divorce can be one of the most challenging situations you will ever face in your lifetime. If your spouse asks for a divorce, you might be experiencing many different emotions — and wondering what to do next. Although it’s easier… Read More
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Steps to Take After Divorce is Final

The legal process to obtain a divorce can be a long road — even if both spouses agree on all the issues that must be decided to end a marriage. Once your divorce has been finalized, you might breathe a sigh of relief. However, after the divorce dec… Read More
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How to Financially Protect Yourself During a Utah Divorce

Marriage isn’t just an emotional relationship — it’s an economic one, too. When you choose to part ways with your spouse, it can have a major financial impact on your life. However, there are a variety of ways you can safeguard your assets in a… Read More
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