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Attorneys for Utah Spousal Support
Spousal support, also known as alimony, is not automatically given in all Utah divorces. The court carefully examines factors such as how long the marriage lasted, the income (or earning potential) of each spouse, and the lifestyle you had together.
At Henriksen Law, we’re here to help you figure out where you stand, whether you’re asking for support or responding to a request. We’ll walk you through the process so you understand what to expect and how the law applies to your situation.
Our job is to help you build a case that matches your financial life and long-term needs. We’ll guide you, keep you informed, and make sure your side of the story gets the attention it deserves in court.
Spousal Support Services in Utah
Establishing Alimony
If you’re asking for spousal support or need to respond to a request, we’ll walk you through every step. We gather the financial details, like income, expenses, and job history, that help the court understand what’s fair.
Calculating Spousal Support
Unlike child support, there’s no set formula for alimony support in Utah. The court looks closely at both spouses’ finances before deciding if support is needed and how much. Our job is to put all the facts and paperwork together to give the judge a clear view of your situation.
Enforcement Actions
If your ex isn’t paying the court-ordered support, we can step in. Whether it’s going after wages, filing liens, or taking the issue back to court, we’ll help you make sure the order is followed and push to get you what’s owed.
Types of Alimony in Utah
Utah courts can order different types of alimony depending on your situation. You might be looking at temporary support during the divorce, help while one spouse gets back on their feet, or long-term support (though that’s less common).
Modifying Alimony Orders
Life changes, and when it does, your alimony might need an update. Whether you've lost your job, experienced a change in your health, or one of you has remarried, we'll help you request a modification that reflects your current situation.
Working with a Spousal Support Lawyer: Our Process
Step 1
Consultation & Document Collection
We start by reviewing your financial situation and explaining how alimony works in Utah, gathering essential documents to strengthen your case.
Step 2
Filing & Negotiation
We handle court filings and negotiations, working to reach a fair solution without the need for a prolonged court battle.
Step 3
Court Representation
If mediation doesn’t work, we’ll represent you in court with a clear and well-documented case, ensuring your position is effectively communicated.
Step 4
Final Order & Future Adjustments
Once the alimony order is finalized, we ensure it’s enforceable. If circumstances change, we can help modify the order as needed.
Why Hire a Utah Spousal Support Attorney?
If you don’t have the right support, you could end up with an agreement that doesn’t match your needs or is tough to get the other side to follow later on. At Henriksen Law, we help you sidestep those problems.
When you work with an experienced Utah alimony attorney from our team, you get:
Straightforward advice about what’s possible in your situation.
A legal strategy that fits your finances and your goals.
Step-by-step guidance through filing, negotiation, or court.
Continued help if your order needs to be changed, or if you need help making sure payments happen.
Alimony decisions made during your divorce can affect you for years to come. Our job is to help make sure those terms work for you now and in the future.
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