When Utah Protective Orders Go Too Far: Due Process, Parenting Rights, and Constitutional Concerns in Utah Family Law Protective orders serve an important purpose in Utah family law. When genuine domestic violence exists, courts must…
Analysis and commentary of Utah family-law statutes, appellate decisions, and legal developments affecting divorce, custody, support, and related issues. These articles provide deeper insight into how Utah courts interpret and apply family-law principles.
Pets, Lottery Tickets, Cryptocurrency, Wedding Rings, and Social Media Channels
Pets, Lottery Tickets, Cryptocurrency, Wedding Rings, and Social Media Channels Assets You May Not Have Considered in Your Divorce When people begin the divorce process, they tend to focus on the issues everyone expects—custody, parent-time,…
Top 5 Questions People Ask When Searching for a Divorce Lawyer in Utah
Top 5 Questions People Ask When Searching for a Divorce Lawyer in Utah When individuals begin searching for a divorce attorney, they are not just looking for legal representation—they are looking for clarity, strategy, and…
Utah Guardian ad Litem Law Changes. Increased Accountability, Stronger Parental Rights, and Expansion of the Child’s Voice
Utah Guardian ad Litem Law Changes. Increased Accountability, Stronger Parental Rights, and a Meaningful Expansion of the Child’s Voice Guardian ad Litem (GAL) involvement has long played a decisive role in Utah custody litigation. Courts…
What Is a Guardian ad Litem in Utah Custody Cases?
What Is a Guardian ad Litem in Utah Custody Cases? In Utah custody cases, one of the most influential figures that may be appointed by the court is a Guardian ad Litem (GAL). A GAL…
When “Advocacy” Is Labeled Hostile: Challenging State Overreach in Utah Custody and DCFS Cases
When “Advocacy” Is Labeled Hostile: Challenging State Overreach in Utah Custody and DCFS Cases There is a recurring pattern in high-conflict custody and DCFS-involved cases that deserves direct attention: when a parent—refuses to accept unsupported…
Attorney Fees Awards in Utah
How Do You Recover Attorney Fees in a Utah Divorce Case? One of the most common questions in contested divorce litigation is whether one spouse can recover attorney fees from the other. The answer is…
When Attorney Fees Can Be Awarded in a Utah Divorce or Custody Case
Attorney fee awards can materially affect the way a family law case is litigated and resolved. In Utah divorce and custody cases, attorney fees are not automatic. A party does not recover fees simply because…
