Can proof of adultery aide you in a custody battle?

In Utah adultery can make some difference, but it is usually only used to help push the division of assets one way or another. It is less important...

When is it considered adultery in a marriage? Husband left me and the kids in April 2015. I just found out he is with someone.

If your husband has had a sexual relationship with someone else while you are still married, it is considered adultery. You can certainly include...

How many years together before the state of utah considers u as a common law marriage

Utah does not recognize a "common law marriage" as it is generally understood. There is a law that permits a court to recognize your relationship...

I want custody back

You may need to file a Petition to Modify the existing court order depending on what the current court order is. Usually, to modify an existing...

So my ex husband hasn't paid me alimony in almost 2 yrs. what do I need to do?And how do i go about it?

You should file a Motion for an Order to Show Cause, asking that he be required to appear in court and explain why he hasn't followed the order of...

Is signing over custody to a family member a viable decision when dealing with DCFS?

The answer to your questions depends in large part on what rights the biological father has now. You mention that he hasn't been around for most of...

In a family/domestic case regarding custody, what is needed to compel a party to answer discovery?

Compelling discovery can sometimes be tricky. There are new discovery rules that require you to take certain steps before you can compel discovery....

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Do I need permission from biological father to have step father adopt?

Parental rights are some of the most protected rights under the law. A father has a right to retain his rights as a parent until those rights are...

Depending on your support agreement, you may be responsible. If your support agreement follows standard statutory language, it probably provides...

If my ex's lawyer had orders from a judge to not show certain info of mine to my ex and the lawyer did, could I sue the lawyer?

If there was an order in place and the attorney violated the order, you can certainly bring a claim against the attorney. The first claim would be...