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Divorce in Utah is often complex and stressful. If you must undergo the divorce process, you need an experienced divorce attorney to defend your best interests. If you have children, you may have concerns about child custody. If you and your spouse acquired assets, you want to protect your legal fair share.

Starting a business is an exciting time. Founders know that they have to identify their skill and what niche it will serve. They know they have to develop a process for delivering a great product or service. They may not necessarily focus on the legal formalities. But the truth is that business formation is one of the most serious decisions any entrepreneur will make.

You are starting up a new business. What legal form should your business take? That legal form will depend somewhat on the nature of your business and the number and profiles of the owners. The following are general considerations for which you should consult your attorney and your accountant.

TR Spencer & Associates takes child custody matters seriously. We’re aggressive at trial and empathetic in consultations as we listen carefully to your child custody concerns. No child custody case is like any other. If you need a child custody lawyer, don’t hesitate. You need an experienced legal advocate at your side.

In this time of modern technology, it's not uncommon to capture important moments on video. Whether it be by a cell phone or laptop, video communication is an integral part of contemporary life. Thus, it may make sense to think that it's possible to create a will by simply making a video. In fact, many movies portray this as a perfectly normal thing.

You may ask why your business needs a business attorney. Your business is like a child. You’ve nurtured it. You’ve poured energy, sweat, tears, and soul into its development and success. You want it to continue to grow, to succeed. Your business law attorney ensures your business's vital statistics and safety.

An aging person is likely to encounter many changes in his or her latter years. These changes to their health and living circumstances can have a profound legal effect. Due to this, it is important to understand the type of legal issues that should be prepared for well in advance. Take a look at some of the major considerations in end of life and estate law so that you can be prepared, or help your relatives to have an easy transition.

T. R. Spencer, Ph.D., is a probate attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah. He can help you and your family to navigate end-of-life laws and manage the probate process.

If you are facing probate after a loved one’s death, you may have questions:

• Will you need to go to probate court?
• Will the probate process be difficult?
• Will your loved one's wishes be contested?
• Will you face extra taxes on the inheritance assets or property left to you or your loved one’s other heirs?

Child support is a major concern when it comes to child custody cases. Both parents should want the best for the children of the relationship. As such, ensuring that the child has sufficient financial support is key. Yet, reasonable parties can often disagree as to what is an appropriate amount of support. If parents can't find a compromise, the courts can set a non-custodial parent's financial obligations using child support guidelines. Find out how this process works and the impact it could have on your family law matter.

It's been said before that estate law is a lot more complex than most people think. One of the things that makes it more complicated is the probate process. Due to this, many people look for ways to avoid probate to ensure that their assets are distributed in a timely manner. One popular way to circumvent probate is to use a payable-on-death designation on bank accounts and certain assets. Learn about when this can be a good idea, and when it can be disadvantageous.

Many people are somewhat familiar with the term common law marriage. However, not everyone truly understands the history and contemporary status of this long standing practice. At its essence, common law marriage allows a couple to be recognized as married without going through the typical formalities. In addition, this form of marriage can provide several benefits to the parties involved. Learn more about the intricacies of common law marriage in Utah.

As you may already know, probate can be a very confusing process. Due to this, many people find it easier to hire a probate lawyer for help. Yet, there are still some people that are apprehensive about hiring a lawyer due to the potential costs involved. One of the reasons for this apprehension is that potential clients don't really understand how fees are calculated. Once you learn what to expect, it can be easier to make the decision to hire an estate lawyer. Get a general understanding of how fees and costs are structured in a typical probate matter.