If your child has been abused by an adult, or you have been accused of abusing a child, it is absolutely essential that you understand the relevant Utah laws that will apply to your case. Child abuse can some in many forms, including physical, emotional, and/or sexual abuse of children. Read through some key aspects of what can be expected in these cases, and always make sure you’ve got an attorney working with you Read More
Arnold Wadsworth & Coggins Win Divorce Case in Utah
At Arnold Wadsworth & Coggins we are determined to used current case law to get you the results you deserve. We will evaluate your case from all angles to make sure we are working toward your goals. The outcome of your divorce case is important to us. With offices in Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Lehi we are ready to represent you in any court in the state of Utah. Below you will find an outline of Mullins v. Read More
5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Deciding to Adopt
Adopting a child is a huge, absolutely life-changing decision to make, and it is not only your life that is going to be impacted. Before you take that leap, here are five questions you should ask yourself before deciding to adopt to ensure you’re making the right choice: Are You Eligible? First of all, are you even eligible to adopt a child? In Utah, you have to be 21 or older to adopt. Also, you Read More
Utah Divorce: Understanding the Division of Property
Whenever going through a divorce in Utah, the ideal solution for splitting up assets is to work together to come up with a way to divide everything up that works for both parties. This may be able to be done using a mediator or other resource. If you can’t come to an agreement, however, the courts will step in and work with you to decide how the division of property will be executed. Utah is an ‘equitable Read More
Family Law Expert
Family Lawyers Who Really Win! Having a custody law expert for your family can become very useful when you need legal consultation. There're times, however when you will need to seek an outside professional to fulfill your needs. The very best legal representation can be within your reach if you review the following general directions. A decent custody law expert will always respect other family lawyers who're Read More
Utah Supreme Court Update, Baird v. Baird, March 7, 2014
INTRODUCTION The Utah Supreme Court decided Baird v. Baird on March 7, 2014. In this case, the Court clarified the approach to determining whether a party has suffered “emotional distress” for purposes of obtaining a stalking injunction. Proof of the element of emotional distress is necessary to obtain a stalking injunction under Utah’s Stalking Statute. The Utah Supreme Court vacated and remanded the district Read More
Fault and Alimony in Utah Divorce
Fault and its effect on divorce is always a hot topic. We have a lot of our divorce clients that ask our family law attorneys about the effects of fault in their divorce. Usually, these questions revolve around infidelity, or alcoholism. This question can also be related to drug use, and/or a history of abuse. Utah recently enacted legislation that defines fault so that the District Courts when assessing fault as it Read More
Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act | PKPA
The family law lawyers at Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins understand that every custody situation can be very stressful. At Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins Attorneys, we pride ourselves on educating our clients in hopes that they will be a part of the process as much as possible when it comes to making major decisions concerning custody. Parental Kidnapping Prevention Act | PKPA In 1980, Congress enacted PKPA which Read More
Parenting Plan Requirement in Utah Divorce
The Divorce Lawyers at Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins offer a free consultation (30 minutes) concerning Divorce or Paternity cases. Our family law attorneys will educate you on the issues in your case in order to help you make a better decision. Our legal team will make sure your rights are protected and argued in any court in the state of Utah. Parenting Plan When filing a Utah Divorce, you want to make sure you Read More
Divorce Case Attorney in Salt Lake City, UT
The divorce lawyers in Salt Lake City of Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins understand that your divorce is important to you as it will shape your future until your last child is 18 years old and graduated from high school. It may also affect costs and alimony longer. The divorce attorneys in our Salt Lake City office will educate you on the law concerning your divorce and custody situation in order for you to make Read More
