Are you considering ending your marriage in Utah? If so, then you’re facing an important choice. Divorce and annulment may seem similar at first but they work very differently under Utah law. Before you move forward with any paperwork, first you must clarify your...
Divorce
How is child support calculated in Utah?
Child support in Utah is determined based on several factors to ensure that both parents contribute fairly to their child’s needs. The state uses a set formula to calculate the amount of child support, considering each parent's income and other relevant financial...
The role of mediation in high-conflict divorce cases
Divorce gets even more stressful and overwhelming when there’s a lot of conflict between the two people involved. Arguments about money, parenting, or past issues can make the situation seem unbearable. When tension runs high, it can feel impossible to find common...
How does Utah define marital property in a divorce?
When you go through a divorce in Utah, understanding what qualifies as marital property is essential. The division of property can impact your financial future. Knowing what falls under marital property can help you better navigate the division process. Marital...
Understanding how annulment differs from divorce in Utah
Ending a marriage is a major life change that requires careful thought. In Utah, couples have two main ways to end their marriage: annulment or divorce. Both processes legally end the marital union. However, they are different under Utah law. Understanding these...
Discussing credit cards with your spouse in divorce
If you and your spouse have decided to go ahead with a divorce, you will have to figure out how to separate your finances. You might have your credit cards in mind but do not consider them as a priority compared to other matters like your bank accounts. However, you...
Reviewing data on custodial parents
Getting divorced as a parent can raise many concerns, and if you have kids you likely need to review many different issues related to child custody, child support and how the end of your marriage could impact your child. You should realize that you are not alone, and...
5 reasons gray divorces are on the rise
According to statistics, spouses aged 50 and over seem to be divorcing at a higher rate than other age groups. Married people in this age category are the most likely to call it quits, but the reason can be mysterious for certain people. Many components contribute to...
How do you keep yourself protected through divorce?
Divorces form the root of a hugely stressful period in your life, even if the divorce you go through is amicable on the surface. Even without having to worry about a particularly rocky split, you still have financial concerns, and your mental and physical health can...
Getting divorced without going to court
Divorce is difficult enough, even between the most amicable of individuals. The idea of bringing your personal business before a judge and jury, on top of everything else, can be overwhelming. The good news is that a reasonable amount of cooperation between you and...
