Divorce

Salt Lake City Divorce Attorney

How to File for Divorce in Utah

Divorce is a complex area of law which covers a wide variety of legal subject areas. Ted has practiced law in the following subject areas over his 30+ years of experience: Family law, tax controversies, and general civil practice. Having a working knowledge of these subject areas is useful when he takes on a new case.

A divorce can be quick, or it can take years to complete—depending upon the opposing party and his or her counsel. If parties cannot settle their case, or if opposing counsel “stirs the pot,” a divorce case can become a lengthy and expensive endeavor. Our Salt Lake City divorce attorney always tries to work within our clients’ budget and to obtain a settlement as quickly as possible.

However, if it is necessary to go trial, Ted has a very broad and in-depth trial and appellate experience. So, if you hire Salt Lake City divorce attorney Ted Weckel, you will be working with an experienced counselor-at-law and advocate.

To set up a consultation with our divorce lawyer in Salt Lake City, call (801) 845-9029 or contact us online. You can rely on us for effective legal services and well-informed advice.

Effective Divorce Mediation in UT

A party must try to mediate a case before going to trial. Sometimes, mediation is effective, particularly if the parties are motivated to not spend a lot of money on a case.

The case begins by filing a divorce petition. A party can get a temporary orders hearing before a court commissioner usually in about 30 to 45 days. At that initial hearing, the commissioner will make a recommendation to the judge for child support, child custody, temporary alimony, temporary custody of property, allocation of debt, and attorney fees, among other things. The temporary order is to get the case moving, and to award living expenses for the custodial parent of children.

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  • Why Experience Matters

    Having been a member of the bar since 1991, Ted has expertise in divorce, child custody, or alimony modification is needed to protect your rights and quality of life. Judges and opposing attorneys in Utah are more persuaded by a lawyer who exhibits knowledge of the law, preparation, and respect.

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  • A Zealous Advocate

    As a professional family law attorney in Salt Lake City, Ted is knowledgeable, collaborative and personable. He is a zealous advocate for his clients with a great deal of successful courtroom and mediation experience. We understand that expertise and integrity is key.

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Since 1993, our team at Ted Weckel, Attorney at Law has been helping clients throughout Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas resolve their family law problems. We can help you, too. To speak with our knowledgeable attorney, reach out to our firm and schedule a consultation. You can rely on us for well-informed advice and strong representation.

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An Elite Family Law Attorney

  • Practicing Law Since 1991
  • Hundreds of Successful Mediations or Verdicts
  • Prepares an In-Depth Strategy for Every Case
  • 18 Published Appellate Opinions
  • 6 Years Experience as a Judge Pro Tempore
  • Nearly Three Decades of Experience