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What are the grounds for filing for a divorce in Utah?

First, you need to understand that Utah, like every other state in the U.S. has what are known as a “no-fault divorce law”. No-fault divorce means that you don’t have to plead or show that your spouse committed any kind…

Why is the divorce rate so high in the United States?

Why is the divorce rate so high in the United States? Until now, I would answer this question by stating that some of the main reasons for the high divorce rate in the United States were a failure to understand…

What would happen if there were no alimony or splitting assets in divorce without kids?

May 11, 2021

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That is an interesting question. Before I answer it, know this: anyone who is motivated to marry on a “what’s in it for me?” basis and who stays married motivated by a “what’s in it for me?” basis is likely…

Financial infidelity plagues many households, led by millennials

Guest post: https://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/financial-infidelity/ Financial infidelity plagues many households, led by millennials By Ted Rossman Ted Rossman’s Twitter profile Mar. 19, 2021 / 3 min read At Bankrate we strive to help you make smarter financial decisions. While we adhere to strict editorial integrity, this…

Do prenuptial agreements make a wedding/marriage healthier?

Do prenuptial agreements make a wedding/marriage healthier? Make? In all cases? No. Can prenuptial agreements make a wedding and marriage healthier? It is conceivable that some people might find planning for divorce before they have married a comfort to them…

Does having the judge interview the children traumatize the children?

December 23, 2020

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Does having the judge interview the children traumatize the children? This post is the second in series of 15 posts on the subject of custody evaluations and the appointment of guardians ad litem (“GALs” for short) in Utah child…

Would you tell someone that his/her spouse is cheating?

Would you tell someone that his/her spouse is cheating? First, I need to make clear that my answer is in my capacity as just a member of the public. If a client of mine (I am a divorce attorney) was…

What advice would you give me before divorce, if I’m not in the wrong?

What advice would you give someone before a divorce, if it’s known it may happen and you’re not in the wrong? This is a very important question that too few people ask. Does this sound familiar?: Your spouse is making…

Home Heartbreak: People Divulge the Home Details of Their Divorce

August 18, 2020

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Home Heartbreak: People Divulge the Home Details of Their Divorce (from Porch.com https://porch.com/resource/home-heartbreak) Life is full of transitions. We all remember moving out of our childhood home. For many of us, it was both a thrilling and absolutely terrifying experience.…

Would a child deal better with constantly fighting or divorced parents?

July 9, 2020

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“Do you think a child would deal better with constantly fighting parents or divorced parents?” I have been asked to answer this question, but as a divorce lawyer (not someone who is divorced himself), I did not want to answer…

Who files for divorce more? Men or Women? Why?

July 8, 2020

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Who files for divorce more? Men or Women? Why? Women file more In the United State of America, although the percentages vary depending on the study, the research is unanimous in finding that wives initiate divorce more often than husbands. Between 65%…

Why is it so common for parents to become outright enemies after divorce?

Why is it so common for parents to become outright enemies after a divorce? I have represented people in divorce who were pure as the driven snow, innocent as lambs, and treated miserably by their spouses, by law enforcement, by…

Will there be more divorces or more babies after the coronavirus is over?

April 6, 2020

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Will there be more divorces or more babies after the coronavirus is over? Both. Why more babies will be born than normal. Whenever two people of the opposite sex are forced to remain isolated together for long periods of time,…

Should I be nice to my spouse during a divorce?

That depends on what you mean by “nice”. Do you mean “with kindness”? Not necessarily kindness, but certainly decency. You are morally obligated to treat your spouse with decency, but you don’t have to go out of your way to…

If your parents are divorced, what are the chances you will be?

Much, much higher than if your parents had not divorced. See Psychology Today February 5, 2019: “Research shows that children of divorce are more likely to experience a divorce themselves. The statistics vary, but one study by researchers Paul Amato and Danelle…

Can you divorce your spouse even if your spouse does want a divorce?

Yes. This is what is known as “no fault divorce”. Every state in the U.S. has no fault divorce laws. Many people believe that “no fault” divorce means that one cannot get divorced without being at fault. No, it means…

What are the most common reasons for divorce in 2019?

September 30, 2019

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‘Same as they were in 2018 and for the last 40+ years or so, ever since the first no-fault divorce law was passed. Utah Family Law, LC | divorceutah.com | 801-466-9277 https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-most-common-reasons-for-divorce-in-2019/answer/Eric-Johnson-311

Does anyone secretly want a divorce?

Of course. Tens of thousands. Many of such people do not go through with divorce for various reasons. Some include: Fear of retaliation (whether in the form of physical, emotional, and/or financial abuse or hardship) Fear of being left financially…

What happens if marriage is abolished, since there are too many divorce rates and cheating affairs?

June 20, 2019

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If that happens, then we will then have taken another step—and a big one—on the road to hell. Although the old joke, “the leading cause of divorce is marriage” may be humorous, it’s terrible logic. Abolishing marriage would not “solve”…

What are some of the major causes behind a divorce?

April 19, 2019

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Lack of commitment/incompatibility. http://www.divorce.usu.edu/files… Survey: Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®) professionals Reveal the Leading Causes of Divorce “Marriage is a counter-cultural act in a throwaway society.” —Dr. William H. Doherty, noted marriage scholar and therapist Utah Family Law, LC |…