No fault divorce Archives

Do courts make awards in divorce to “punish” adultery?

Do courts make awards in divorce to “punish” adultery? Great question. Adultery is considered a fault-based ground for divorce and a factor that can be considered when the trial court decides matters of alimony, property division, and child custody. I…

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…

How can a uncontested divorce be considered a law suit? Does the court even get involved in that case?

March 3, 2021

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Amicable Divorce, No fault divorce, Uncontested Divorce, Women's Divorce Issues

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How can a uncontested divorce be considered a law suit? Does the court even get involved in that case? A law suit is a claim or dispute brought to a court of law for adjudication. A divorce action is a…

Do you need a reason to get a divorce?

Do you need a reason to get a divorce? Not really, at least not in the jurisdiction where I practice divorce law (Utah). Even if you get a “no fault” divorce (“no fault divorce” means that you don’t have to…

How do you divorce when your doesn’t want to go through with it?

September 30, 2020

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Fault, Grounds for Divorce, No fault divorce

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How do you divorce when your doesn’t want to go through with it? Does it require both parties to cooperate? I cannot speak for all jurisdictions, but here is the answer for Utah, the jurisdiction where I practice divorce and…