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Child Custody and Support Information: Summary of Terms and Issues in Paternity/Custody Cases

This article provides a summary of the common terms and issues involved with a paternity or custody case.

Annulment Law in Utah

This article provides a summary of Utah law regarding annulment of marriage. The article reviews the legal grounds needed to obtain an annulment as well as the effect of an order of annulment.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: PRE-FILING TIPS

This article has tips for debtors to avoid actions that might negatively impact a future bankruptcy filing. This is not a complete list of pitfalls that could jeopardize your case. You are advised to consult with a bankruptcy attorney before engaging in any transactions involving debts or assets.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: CHAPTER 7 v. CHAPTER 13

This article compares and contrasts the two major consumer bankruptcy options: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. Chapter 7 is a liquidating bankruptcy commonly referred to as "fresh start" bankruptcy. Chapter 13 is a debt reorganization option where debtors make a monthly payment for 3-5 years.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: KEEP YOUR HOME AND PRESERVE YOUR HOME EQUITY

This article discusses the options available to assist Debtors in keeping their homes and preserving equity in bankruptcy proceedings.

BANKRUPTCY LAW IN UTAH: BANKRUPTCY AND VEHICLE LOANS

Are you considering filing for bankruptcy but you need to keep your car? Maybe you need to file and you want to get rid of the car. This article discusses the options for keeping or surrendering your vehicle in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings.

How to Communicate Well with your divorce lawyer

communication with your divorce lawyer

Long and Winding Road of a Custody Battle

Father wins custody after long battle

Was the mother fired or did she quit and Father’s child support obligation

Was the Mother fired or terminated from her job and Father's child support obligation

Statements From President Trump and Others on the Rescission of DACA

On September 5, 2017, the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, Elaine C. Duke, issued a memorandum rescinding the 2012 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) memorandum, but also providing for a six-month wind-down of DACA.

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