Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights?

In Utah, grandparents can hold some significant legal rights when it comes to securing visitation with their grandchildren. Understanding these rights, as outlined in Utah Code 30-5-2, is essential for maintaining meaningful connections within the family. Visitation Rights for Grandparents Utah law recognizes the vital role grandparents play in their grandchildren’s lives and provides avenues […]

Navigating Post-Divorce Modifications in Utah

At Christensen Law, we understand that divorce is more than just a legal process. As seasoned family law attorneys, we’ve walked alongside countless clients through the ups and downs of divorce proceedings, offering support and expert guidance every step of the way. A Personal Reflection Imagine this: You’ve finalized your divorce proceedings and are looking […]

Can An Absent Father Lose Parental Rights in Utah?

Understanding Child Abandonment Child abandonment is an incredibly sensitive and complex subject for parents. The thought of parting with their cherished children is unimaginable for most. Nonetheless, within the realm of the legal world, child abandonment often arises as a contentious matter in divorce cases and custody disputes. We frequently hear from concerned parents who […]

How to Get an Annulment in Utah

Marriages in Utah may come to an end through either divorce or annulment. The distinction between the two is vital, and this article aims to shed light on their differences, while also providing insights into obtaining an annulment in Utah and the implications it carries. What is an annulment? An annulment nullifies a marriage, deeming […]

File for Divorce in Utah

Divorces in Utah can be either uncontested or contested. Uncontested divorces occur when both spouses agree on all matters, leading to quicker and more affordable resolutions. The required documents for an uncontested divorce include, among other things, a verified petition for divorce, an affidavit of jurisdiction and grounds for divorce, a vital statistics form, and […]

Going To Trial

Some family law cases go to trial despite attempts to settle beforehand. At Christensen Law, the Salt Lake City family law attorneys have experience with custody and annulment cases in Utah. We have experience with both amicably settling cases and taking cases to trial. Below, we provide some tips for those who are going to trial now or maybe going […]