Alimony & Support Attorney
Alimony & Support Attorney Based in Utah
Utah alimony isn’t a fixed formula; a judge weighs need, ability to pay, the length of the marriage, and the marital standard of living. Child support runs on an actual guideline calculation. If your income is a regular paycheck, that math is simple. If it’s commissions, overtime, or self-employment, it gets more complicated, and that’s exactly where I spend most of my time on these cases.
Our Specialty
For a W-2 employee, the income side of these cases is usually straightforward — pay stubs and tax returns settle it. For a business owner or commission-based earner, Utah calculates income as gross receipts minus the expenses actually necessary to run the business, which is often narrower than what a tax return shows. I build these cases around real documentation: two years of tax returns, current pay records, and — for self-employed clients — a profit-and-loss statement, not just an estimate of what someone believes they earn.
Navigating Financial Transitions
We recognize that financial aspects are a crucial part of any major life change, and our compassionate team is here to guide you through the complexities of Alimony and Support law. Whether you are going through a divorce, or separation, or facing changes in financial circumstances, we are dedicated to protecting your interests and securing a stable financial future.
Utah Alimony and Support Laws
Utah alimony factors are set out in Utah Code § 81-4-502 (renumbered from Title 30 in the 2024 recodification), and courts weigh the recipient’s need, the paying spouse’s ability to pay, and the marital standard of living, among other factors. Child support is calculated separately, under Utah Code § 81-6-203, based on gross income which includes wages, bonuses, commissions, and, for self-employed parents, business income after necessary expenses.
Why Choose Gibb Law
I don’t guess at these numbers, and I don’t let the other side get away with guessing either. Whether that means documenting a business’s real income or making sure a support order reflects an actual guideline calculation, the goal is a number you can defend not one that just sounds fair.
