As we age, the need for a comprehensive long-term care plan becomes increasingly paramount. This is particularly true in Utah, where the demographics and legal frameworks present unique challenges and opportunities for seniors and their families. Engaging in long-term care planning is not just about preparing for the inevitable. It’s also about ensuring quality of life, preserving assets, and maintaining … Read More
Understanding Conservatorships and Guardianships: A Guide by Elder Law Attorneys
If you or someone you know is considering legal options for elderly care, you might have stumbled upon the terms “conservatorship” and “guardianship.” These terms can sound a bit like legal mumbo-jumbo, but fear not! At Jeremy Atwood Law our elder law attorneys in Utah will help you navigate the legal aspects. We’re here to simplify the complexities and guide … Read More
High Asset Divorces: Strategies for Protecting Your Assets
Breaking up is hard to do, and when you’re dealing with a high-asset divorce, it can feel like navigating a financial minefield. A high-net-worth divorce typically involves significant holdings, like closely held business interests, real estate partnerships, stock options, deferred compensation, and so on. High-asset divorce cases in Utah can be complex. With more assets to divide, both parties have … Read More
Legal Separation vs Divorce in Utah: How To Make a Decision
Marriages can take turns that push couples to go their separate ways. But ending a marriage is no easy decision, especially when you share assets, property, and most importantly, children. Broadly speaking, there are two ways you can exit an unhappy marriage- divorce and legal separation. While these terms are often used interchangeably, there are significant legal differences between them. … Read More
The Role of an Estate Planning Attorney in Drafting Your Will
Estate planning is the process of articulating an individual’s preferences for the management of their asset and affairs in the event of their death or incapacitation. Comprehensive estate planning includes vital documents such as wills, trusts, health directives, and more. These are typically used to address critical issues like asset distribution and guardianship arrangements for children. While embarking on this … Read More
Uncontested Divorce vs. Contested Divorce in Utah
When you and your spouse decide to part ways, there are usually two ways to handle the situation. Depending on the road you take, your divorce will be classified as uncontested or contested in Utah. Sure, the dissolution of a marriage is far more nuanced, but understanding the key differences between these proceedings can help make the Utah divorce process … Read More
Sole Custody vs. Joint Custody: Decisions in Utah Family Court
When a marriage dissolves, emotions run high, and children often find themselves caught in the crossfire. As a parent, it’s up to you to protect them from emotional turmoil and ensure they retain a sense of balance and normalcy. One way to do this is to draft a custody arrangement with your family law attorney in Utah. Child custody refers … Read More
Child Custody Laws in Utah: An Overview for Parents
When parents decide to separate or divorce, their primary concern revolves around safeguarding their children’s interests. Child custody becomes a pivotal issue that directly affects both parents and children. It’s important to remember that the responsibility to nurture the children involved is a shared endeavor. Utah child custody laws may dictate where the child resides and the parenting schedule with … Read More
What is the Difference Between Elder Law and Estate Planning?
When a new client comes to see us, they’re often eager to confirm their assets pass on to their heirs with as little as possible in taxes/other expenses. However, while prepping for a future you won’t live to see is important, you’ll also need to address the bigger, more difficult question: “What happens if I live but can’t take care … Read More
Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples in Utah
Utah has always had a higher marriage rate than the national average. However, between 2011 and 2021, Utah’s marriage rate dropped 18.6%. It went from 27.3 to 22.3 marriages per 1,000 women. In other words, more and more Utahans are living together as unmarried couples. But what concerns us as a leading estate planning attorney in Utah is that unmarried couples aren’t taking estate … Read More