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Utah Family Law Firm
We’ve been providing compassionate family law services in the Salt Lake City area for over 60 years. Our goal with every client is to find the most beneficial arrangement for everyone – especially if children are involved.
Navigating the court process is very costly and time-consuming. When you hire family lawyers in Utah, we work to resolve issues out of court with legally binding agreements as efficiently as possible.
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We Provide
Family Law Services in Utah
Divorce Law
Ending a marriage takes a heavy toll. Our family attorneys in Utah works closely with spouses to represent and protect their interests – and provide professional counsel to determine the best resolution for everyone.
Paternity Action
We help Utah families navigate the legal process to establish biological fatherhood – involving custody, visitation rights, and child support obligations.
Guardianship and Conservatorship
Guardianship and conservatorship legally appoints an individual to manage personal or financial obligations for another, due to age, disability, or ineptitude. Our firm manages this complicated process for families.
Child Custody & Support
The child’s best interests are the most important factor in any custody and support case. Henriksen Law works diligently to ensure the arrangement is fair and provides the most ideal situation for the children involved.
Adoption
Transferring parental rights from biological parents to adoptive parents involves several legal obstacles in Utah – we make this legal process easy and efficient.
Protective Orders
Victims of domestic violence, stalking, or harassment deserve to feel safe. We work closely with these victims to institute legal protective orders to provide them with peace of mind.
Modification of Divorce Decree
There are several reasons to modify the decree of a divorce – changes in child support, custody, alimony, asset distribution, etc. No matter how the circumstances shift, our family law firm helps former spouses keep the terms of the divorce current.
Contempt Proceedings - Order to Show Cause
If someone fails to comply with a lawful order per the terms of a divorce decree or temporary order, we help bring these types of violations to light in the courts to protect your rights.
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StepsHow We Handle Family Law Cases: Our Process
Step 1
Consultation
All family law matters at Henriksen Law start with a consultation. We’ll discuss your needs, goals, and challenges to develop a strategy to reach a beneficial resolution.
Step 2
Planning
Once we have all the details, a family law attorney from Henriksen Law will begin developing the legal strategy from A to Z.
Step 3
File Petition
Family law processes in Utah officially begin when you file a petition – which outline the terms and grounds for divorce or any other family law matter. We manage this for you in accordance with the state’s law.
Step 4
Serve Other Party
Utah family law provides a 21-day period for the party being served to answer the petition. This answer can either agree or dispute the claims made.
Step 5
Create Temporary Orders
Both parties may request temporary orders from the courts while the case is in progress. These commonly involve child custody terms, alimony, and asset possession.
Step 6
Discovery
The discovery phase involves both parties exchanging documentation regarding the terms of the case. This process may include requesting certain documentation or depositions in front of a court reporter.
Step 7
Mediation
Family law in Utah requires both parties to participate in mediation – in which a neutral third party (mediator) works to resolve issues without going to court. We’ll help you manage this process to protect your best interests.
Step 8
Settle
Most family law cases are resolved outside of court. Our goal is to help you achieve a fair resolution and avoid all the challenges (and expenses) of trial.
Step 9
Trial (If Applicable)
If a resolution cannot be reached, we’ll help you navigate the court system and negotiations to fight for your rights.
Step 10
Final Orders
When a family law case concludes – either outside of court or in trial – the Utah court will issue a final order, legally resolving the case.
Step 11
Appeals
If you choose to modify the court’s order or believe there was a legal mistake, you may file a motion or appeal the decision. Our family law attorneys are here to help you manage this process.
Mediation Attorney Robert Henriksen & Attorney C. Richard Henriksen
Why Work with a Family Attorney in Utah?
Issues involving family law can be emotionally taxing for everyone. Family lawyers work diligently to preserve your well-being and ensure you don’t get taken advantage of throughout negotiations – and court orders are fair.
When you hire a family law attorney from Henriksen Law, you get:
A deep understanding of Utah’s family law system
Objective, rational legal counsel
Comprehensive resolutions
Negotiations and mediation in family law can quickly become complex – which may stall for months. A professional family law attorney knows how to navigate the common roadblocks to resolve issues in a timely manner.
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