Family Law Attorneys in Bountiful, Utah

Knowledgeable lawyers who understand your situation and are sensitive your needs

Family law is a broad topic that includes more than just divorce and much more than just winning or losing a case. Families are made, changed, modified and expanded through the many facets of family law, from divorce to adoption, paternity, guardianship and more. The family law attorneys at Diumenti & Leger understand this fact and are sensitive to the different ways in which families can be affected by legal action. In all matters, we strive to find effective solutions for our clients that meet their needs, whenever possible in a collaborative and amicable manner. Below is a brief description of some of the main areas of practice of our family law lawyers.

Divorce

Divorcing couples have more to do than simply dissolve their marriage by judicial decree. There are a host of issues that must be carefully considered and that have long-term consequences. We make sure our clients understand the implications of the property settlement and any awards of alimony or child support, so that we may proceed in furtherance of a resolution in our client's best interests. As experienced child custody lawyers, we understand the evidence that must be gathered and the points that must be argued to effect a fair custody arrangement, including any post-decree modification or enforcement actions that may later be necessary.

Domestic Violence

Utah has a strong law on domestic violence. Under the Cohabitant Abuse Procedures Act, it is possible to obtain an immediate protective order to protect yourself or your family against threats or physical harm from relatives and members of the household. The protective order can order an alleged abuser or harasser to stay away from the victim and have no contact with the victim at home, work or anywhere. This means that the protective order can order an abuser to move out of the house. Temporary orders for child custody, child support and even spousal support may also be made part of the order.

A temporary protective order may be granted by persuading a judge that immediate protection is necessary. In order to obtain a long-term order, however, domestic violence must be proven in court. The alleged abuser has a right to appear at this hearing and challenge the allegations and evidence. Because so much is at stake, it is important to be represented a capable family law attorney whether you are seeking or challenging a protective order.

Juvenile Matters

Many family law matters besides divorce can implicate the welfare of children. Allegations of child abuse or neglect may lead to a dependency hearing, which can result in the child being removed from the home and placed with other family members or in the custodial care of the state. At such a hearing, the parents will certainly need adequate, effective representation. The court will normally appoint an attorney to represent the interests of the child as well; a lawyer in this role is known as a guardian ad litem.

There are other times when a guardianship proceeding may be necessary. If the parents of a minor child have died, become incapacitated, incarcerated, or are otherwise unavailable to care for their children, legal action may be necessary to decide who will have the legal custody and care of the children. In any of these matters, a family law lawyer from Diumenti & Leger can adequately represent the interests of the parents, children, grandparents or others with a vested interest in the outcome of an important juvenile law matter.

Family Law Attorneys in Bountiful for All Your Family Law Needs

If you need advice and representation in a divorce, adoption, paternity suit, or any Davis County family law matter, contact Diumenti & Leger for personal attention and effective assistance from capable family law lawyers in Bountiful.