The normal trend in divorce is to see numbers increase from year to year. However, by the end of 2020, the divorce rate not only went down in Utah but for the whole country. This may be surprising to you after the disaster of a year, but according to Cache Valley...
When you get divorced, you may worry about how you will cope, how your life will change and what your life will look like after divorce finalization. However, one of your biggest concerns is likely how your children will react to this major change. In 2018, according...
It is highly likely that if you have any children with your ex-spouse that you will be parenting together with him or her after the divorce. In an ideal world, you and your ex-spouse would be able to work together in the best interest of the children despite your...
Even so-called amicable divorces cause a great deal of stress. Along with worries about your changing financial status, there are also emotional and mental issues you must face. Navigating this process can be challenging, but it is possible to do so while keeping...
As the holiday season approaches, many parents in Utah look forward to having time off work that allows them to spend more time with their kids. Yet for many, their holiday parenting time is often impacted by a child custody agreement. Indeed, according to the...
You might wonder if it is worth it to make out a last will and testament. Some people who have small estates or modest wealth might feel they can get by without one. However, a will is an important document to have, and not just because it deals with who will receive...
Children with special needs require a different kind of responsibility from their parents. Even as a child with special needs reaches adulthood, you will need to provide continuing care and support. According to Forbes, parents should use estate planning as a tool to...
When a relationship involves abuse, one spouse may have to take legal steps to gain protection from threats and violence. Utah courts offer various protective orders to restrict contact from the violent or threatening person. Protective orders are not the same as...
Ending a marriage after the age of 50 is a life-changing event for anyone, but especially for spouses who may not be up to speed on financial matters. Taking time to understand your current financial situation may help you bring a picture of life after divorce into...
When you divorce your spouse, there are many aspects of your life that undergo immediate changes. However, your estate plan is not one of them. Even if your divorce is amicable, you probably do not want your ex-spouse to receive the same benefits or have the...