Divorce represents an emotionally vulnerable time for many, but the fact is that divorce also represents a financially vulnerable time as well. Between the assets and debts the marriage has acquired and spousal maintenance and child support considerations, divorce is no time to let down your guard. Fortunately, you can retain the Midvale divorce lawyers at Huntsman | Lofgran | Walton pllc to objectively defend your rights and represent the best interests of both you and your children.
One of the spouses must be a resident of the county in which application for divorce will be filed for at least three months before the filing can be made.
If the divorce is contested, the application will have to be based on one of the following grounds:
The law requires the non-filing spouse sign a form called an “Acceptance of Service, Waiver, and Consent to Default” in acknowledgement of receiving a copy of the Petition for Divorce and the Summons. If the spouse will not sign the form, we arrange for a constable or the Sheriff’s office to serve it to them.The divorce process need not be protractedAs a rule, the court will not issue a divorce until at least 90 days have passed. Utah law requires the three-hour mandatory educational course be completed within 60 days of filing if you are the petitioner, and within 45 days of being served notice of course requirements if you are the respondent (when there are children under the age of 18 from the marriage).We represent you in all aspects of divorceIf any aspect of a divorce is contested, Utah law requires the participants to participate in at least one session of mediation in which to attempt to resolve the issue or issues in dispute. Huntsman | Lofgran | Walton pllc professionals counsel you during the mediation process and also help you and your spouse find an objective third-party mediator. We also counsel and represent you in all other matters, including:
As with child custody, we can help you petition for a subsequent divorce decree order modification if circumstances change.
There are other considerations to make as you proceed with divorce. For instance, if your spouse suddenly decides to file for bankruptcy, you may want to consider joining the bankruptcy —in that event, Huntsman | Lofgran | Walton pllc’s depth in bankruptcy law can help you determine your best options. In fact, there have been cases where a spouse who is ordered to make support payments turns around and files for bankruptcy — we sometimes can anticipate this event and help you plan for it. We know Salt Lake City divorce inside and out.
Over the years Huntsman | Lofgran | Walton pllc in Midvale has successfully helped hundreds of Utah residents navigate divorce. Put what we have learned to work for you. Call us at 801-474-0031 or contact us online today to schedule an appointment.