• One of the parties was not yet divorced from another living spouse at the time of the marriage. This may seem like a no brainer but in some countries you can marry multiple partners. So, if you are still married but marry an additional individual in another country that does not prohibit polygamy, your marriage would not be deemed valid under Utah law.
• If the person you married in another country were under the age of 16, your marriage would not be valid under Utah law. Again, it might be lawful for you to marry the person in the particular country in which you married. Nonetheless, Utah does not recognize marriages to minors under the age of 16 under any circumstances.
• If you marry an individual of the same sex in another country, for instance New Zealand recently legalized gay marriage, a Utah court would currently not recognize such a marriage. However, this may be changing very soon as the issue of gay marriage in Utah is currently making its way through the federal courts process and federal judges have recently ruled in favor of gay marriage in Utah.
• If you are related within 3 degrees of the person you married in another country, Utah will not legally recognize your marriage. This obviously means you can’t marry family members, cousins, or anyone closely related to you.

For 99% of people getting married over seas, there is never going to be a problem with enforcing your marital rights, seeking a divorce in Utah, or otherwise feeling confident you have a legally valid marriage under Utah law. For the few that may fall under one of the exceptions stated above, you should consult with a Utah Divorce Lawyer to further investigate your marital sanding. For more information call us anytime.

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The new year is before us here in Southern Utah and the usual New Year resolutions have been made: a new diet, lose 10 pounds, exercise more and watch TV less, read a book, or save more money.  One New Year resolution that most people living in the Southern Utah area don’t make is solving a family law problem.  The last year may have found you experiencing much emotional and financial turmoil because of a divorce, child support, or alimony dispute arose but you could not do anything about it.  For those facing a family law issue that started last year, it’s time to resolve that problem this year so 2012 can be one of peace and prosperity instead of turmoil and despair.  A St. George divorce attorney from St George Divorce Attorney can help those with family law issues make 2012 a good year.

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Family law problems can be expensive and time consuming, which is why it is important for those wanting to resolve their case to have a St. George divorce attorney start working on it today.  By deciding to start working on the case today, a person can be fairly certain that the case will be resolved this year.  Hesitating any longer may mean 2013 will see the ugly face of the case too.

Not all cases are extremely long.  Some cases are easier than others and can be resolved in a few months.  For example, if you and your spouse are seeking a divorce but both of you agree to the terms of a divorce, you could receive an uncontested divorce.  Uncontested divorces are less expensive than a contested divorce and don’t require as much time to accomplish.  They also don’t require mediation with a mediator.  Because of time and expense, an uncontested divorce should be sought if it is possible.  St. George divorce attorneys can quickly and efficiently handle your uncontested divorce case.

The Way to a Better Life in 2012

If you are thinking about solving your family law problem this year, then contact a lawyer from the family law experts at St George Divorce Attorney.  Our divorce attorneys serve the entire Southern Utah area and will handle your case so 2012 is a year of happiness.  Call 435.216.1034 to set up a free consultation with a lawyer today and start on the path towards a better life in 2012.

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