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5 Things to Consider When Hiring a Utah Divorce Attorney

I frequently hear claims that a certain attorney is the best divorce attorney in town. The terms “best,” “good” and “great” are relative and highly subjective measurements of how an attorney will work for you. When you are shopping for an attorney, the key is in finding an attorney who is a good fit for […]

Paternity Fraud Victim’s Rights

What is paternity fraud? Paternity fraud occurs when the natural mother of a child identifies a man as the biological father of the child, knowing that he is not the father or that there is a good possibility he is not the father. Often, the named father learns that he is not the biological father […]

Domestic Violence v. Assault: What’s the Difference?

Assault is a misdemeanor criminal offense in the State of Utah. Domestic violenceis not an independent criminal offense but an enhancement to other crimes of violence. Pursuant to Utah Code Ann. §76-5-102, a person is guilty of assault if he/she uses unlawful force or violence, threatens to use unlawful force or violence or attempts to […]

How the Law has Been Inadequate in Ensuring Equal Rights for Same-Sex Couples: Part 2

Welcome to Part 2 of our blog on equal rights for same-sex couples. Be sure to check out Part 1and let’s pick up where we left off… What is DOMA? DOMA is defined as an act to define and protect the institution of marriage. DOMA became effective September 21, 1996. This act allows states to […]

How a Salt Lake City Divorce Attorney Can Help You

Despite the high rate of divorce in this country, nobody thinks about or has plans to have to go through the process as they’re reciting their vows. However, about half of all married couples will face this complicated process during some point, and when facing or contemplating a divorce or other separation agreement, it is […]