Both the overall marriage rate and the divorce rate have dropped in the last few decades in the U.S. However, one group of people has more risk than ever before of a potential divorce. Specifically, those over the age of 50 are now more likely to face divorce than...
Divorce is how a significant portion of marriages in Utah eventually end. Spouses grow apart or experience such significant misconduct while married that they feel as though they have no choice but to end their marriage. The idea of turning decision-making authority...
Estate planning requires that someone thinks about what will happen when they die, often at great length. Many people find the process unpleasant and delay drawing up necessary paperwork accordingly. For some people, getting married or having children will motivate...
For entrepreneurs contemplating starting a business in Utah, there are many important considerations. To start, they will need to create a business entity, as most companies cannot operate lawfully in the state until this step in the business formation process is...
If you’re beginning the divorce process, you may be planning to put off any changes to your estate plan until after your divorce is final. There are some modifications, however, that you can (and maybe should) make as soon as possible. Other changes will likely need...
Establishing paternity is a simple process for married men in Utah. The state simply assumes that they are the fathers of the children born to their wives unless there is special paperwork submitted claiming otherwise. The presumption of paternity makes it quick and...
Couples facing a divorce will have to undergo the difficult process of separating their finances. The longer you have stayed married, the more property and debts the two of you probably share. Some families already have marital agreements that declare how they will...
Testators in Utah often draft wills to designate a guardian for their underage children or beneficiaries for their personal property. Some people will also add other documents to their estate plans. A trust is a powerful tool that far too many people dismiss without...
When you’re dealing with a high-conflict divorce, trying to determine who should have custody and when can be tough. You may have strong negative feelings about your spouse and have your reasons for not wanting them to have primary custody of your child. You may want...
Spouses combine their financial accounts and share everything from vehicles to credit cards. You pool your resources so that you can enjoy a higher standard of living and support each other during your marriage. The longer you stay married and the more you share, the...