Family Law

A Brief Overview of Utah Child Abuse Laws

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

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

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,

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Read More »

Testimonials

What They Say About Us

Utah Divorce Attorneys

Compassionate & Aggressive Representation for Your Family Law Needs

Family Law & Divorce

When it comes to family law and divorce matters, our lawyers take into account how difficult your situation may be right now. As Utah divorce attorneys, we fight aggressively for your rights in litigation, but we will always treat you with compassion and sensitivity — in the same way we would treat our own family members. In fact, the support we provide to our clients is so heartfelt that most remain in contact with us for years after their case has been favorably resolved.

Voted as a Top Utah Family Law Attorney

Don't Hesitate to Contact the Utah Divorce Lawyers

If you are seeking legal help on divorce, divorce modification, child support, or child custody, don’t delay in contacting us. The sooner you call us, the sooner you can get things resolved for you and your kids. In some cases, you may only have a limited amount of time to act before it’s too late to defend yourself or get the resolution you want. We know how painful things are right now, and we want to resolve your issues as quickly as possible so you can rebuild your life and the precious bonds you have with your family.

Meet Our Experts

Qualified Attorneys

Brian E. Arnold

Partner & Attorney

Brian Arnold was recently featured on Big Talk 860 AM Radio answering Family Law Questions and is an Editor on the Utah Journal…

Matt Wadsworth

Partner & Attorney

Matt Wadsworth earned his Bachelor’s from the University of Utah in Economics where he graduated in the top ten percent of…

Deven J. Coggins

Partner & Attorney

Deven is a Utah native and prior to becoming an aggressive, knowledgeable and experienced attorney, he excelled…

Lauren Schultz

Associate

Prior to joining Arnold, Wadsworth & Coggins Attorneys, Lauren earned her Political Science degree from the University of Utah…

Ready to Protect Your Rights? Contact Us Today!

Get trusted legal representation for your case. Schedule a consultation now.