Posts by Mark Zocher
Child Support Utah Guidelines
Child Support Guidelines in Utah can be challenging to understand. Utah requires that a baseline support amount for children is calculated based on the non-custodial parent’s income, the number of children and whether there are exceptional circumstances. There are also cost-of-living adjustments that can be added to support orders as well. If you’re unsure how…
Read MoreWho Pays Child Support in Utah?
The term ‘child support’ pertains to the financial contribution of non-custodial parents to the raising and upbringing of the child. Such an amount is given to the custodial parent to cover child support expenses, such as food, shelter, clothing, and medical care. For you to learn more about how these are determined, seek legal…
Read MoreLegal Separation vs. Divorce
In an ideal world, every married couple will foster a relationship that will last forever. Unfortunately, however, not all marriages lead to a nurturing and loving family. If you are currently considering a divorce petition or legal separation, seek legal advice from trusted Orem family law lawyers early on. At Gravis Law, we have the…
Read MoreHow Do Adoption Agencies Work?
Adoption laws on newborn or infant adoption involve a complicated legal process. There are different types of adoption services available, each with specific adoption requirements and rules. If you plan to adopt a child, seek legal advice from trusted Orem family law lawyers early on. An Overview of the Adoption Process An unmarried individual…
Read MoreWhat is Alimony?
Alimony, spousal support, or spousal maintenance are generally grounded on the idea that a divorced spouse has the right to live the same quality of life that he or she previously had before filing for divorce. While alimony can be awarded to either one of the divorcing spouses, it is the husband that has…
Read MoreIs Using a Child Support Calculator Accurate?
In addition to parenting your kids once the divorce is finalized, dealing with child support issues is not easy. What makes these legal matters more complicated is the fact that child support guidelines may vary from state to state, and relevant statutes may differ depending on the jurisdiction. For Utah residents, in particular, child…
Read MoreWhy Legal Help is Necessary When Handling Divorce Papers
Filing for annulment, going through legal separation, or getting a divorce is emotionally draining. Whether you have no children or have several, opting for the dissolution of a marriage and getting divorced from your spouse is not easy. More than the necessary filing fees, court fees, and attorney fees, what divorcing parties have…
Read MoreBack to Basics: Revocable Living Trusts
A lot of individuals who decide to set up a trust do so because they want their wealth to continuously grow for the next generations. However, the legal document used for appointing trustees, who shall manage and administer the trust estate, can be quite confusing. As such, it is vital to consult with reliable…
Read MoreFive Steps to Set Up a Trust
We live in unprecedented times when pandemic and climate change take lives from out of nowhere. A well-constructed estate plan can help you provide for your family by giving them your hard-earned money and property. While people commonly go for only a last will and testament, a trust can help decrease your family’s headaches in…
Read MoreCommon-Law Marriage in Utah
Marriage is defined as the legal union of two people, usually requiring a ceremony and a marriage license in most states. Married couples enjoy certain legal benefits such as tax breaks, inheritance and survivor rights, spousal Social Security benefits, and spousal privilege rights. In some states, if two people have been living together for a…
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