Planning your estate can help you determine what steps to take to achieve your aspirations for the future. With a carefully coordinated plan in place, you can provide surviving family members with everything they need to successfully and efficiently close your estate...
Certain life events warrant taking a second look at your Utah estate plan, and splitting up from your spouse is one such instance. While you may feel more concerned with getting your emotions under control than you are completing estate planning paperwork, there are...
When looking into co-parenting options, it is important to keep a realistic idea of what is or is not possible with your unique family dynamic. What works for one family may not suit yours, and it may take some trial and error - or at least critical thinking - to...
If you share custody of your kids with your ex-spouse, you need a plan for shuffling the young ones in your family between two households. These custody transfers can be a source of contention, especially if you and your ex-spouse are not on particularly good terms....
While you may already know whom you want to choose as your agent on your power of attorney, you may not know which legal abilities to grant the person. What powers should your agent have? American Bar Association explains how agents implement estate plans. Ensure your...
As some children grow older and seek independence, they may attempt to skip visits with their parents. As reported by Forbes magazine, you may avoid possible contempt-of-court issues by finding out why your child hesitates to visit your ex-spouse. If your child claims...
If another person makes you fear for your health and safety, the law does provide relief via protective orders. However, not all protective orders are created equal, and state law provides for different protections for different types of filers. Utah Courts guide...
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...
Creating your estate plan is just one step in a life-long process. After its creation, you must then maintain it, ensuring that it reflects your current life situation and wishes instead of conveying outdated desires and plans. But how do you know when to update your...
A divorce is an emotional process that becomes more challenging when you have children. Even after you finalize your divorce, you must work together with your ex-spouse to co-parent. Many factors can strain your co-parenting relationship, affecting your custody...