Custody Evaluation

Custody Evaluation

A custody evaluation takes at least two to three months to complete, and each evaluator conducts his or her evaluations differently. All evaluators will make at least one visit to the home of each parent to evaluate the suitability of the living arrangements.  Most...
Child Custody and Parent Time

Child Custody and Parent Time

Custody of children and parent time (which used to be called visitation) is probably the most litigated issues in divorce cases. The Utah Legislature has divided custody into two parts: legal custody and physical custody.  Legal custody determines who has a voice in...
Introduction to Divorce in Utah

Introduction to Divorce in Utah

To a certain extent, we are sorry that you are reading this book.  If you are reading this book, it means that you, or maybe someone close to you, is seriously considering divorce.  Or maybe you are already divorced, and you are considering whether you need to go back...
What is an annulment?

What is an annulment?

An annulment is a declaration that your marriage is invalid because of some problem that existed at the time of your marriage.  Once the court enters an annulment decree, you are treated as though you were never married.  Only two types of marriage can be annulled:...
What grounds should I list for my divorce?

What grounds should I list for my divorce?

In Utah, you can choose from a number of grounds for the divorce.  The grounds are listed in Utah Code Ann §30-3-1, and they are: (a) impotency of the respondent at the time of marriage; (b) adultery committed by the respondent subsequent to marriage; (c) willful...