Kristina Otterstrom

Attorney · Brigham Young University J. Reuben Clark Law School

Kristina Otterstrom is a member of the Utah State Bar and her legal practice focuses on divorce, child custody and adoption. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa and summa cum laude from Texas A&M University with a degree in Journalism. She subsequently received her JD from Brigham Young University’s J. Reuben Clark Law School.  

Kristina has been published in the Utah Bar Journal and writes on a variety of topics including child support, custody, and the financial aspects of divorce.

Recent Articles
Changing Your Name After Marriage
Everything you need to know about changing your name after marriage, including whether you need to go to court and how to update your identity documents. ... Read more

What Will My Divorce Lawyer Do (and What Do I Need to Do?)
Learn more about your divorce lawyer's role and how you can work with your lawyer to get the best possible outcome in your case. ... Read more

Can My Spouse and I Mutually Waive Financial Disclosures to Speed Up Our Divorce?
You and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, and you can agree on one thing–you’d like to simplify your divorce. It’s important to understand what what types of financial documents you’ll have to produce in your divorce and whether you can avoid these requirements. ... Read more

What You Need to Know About Legal Separation
Understanding what an official separation really means. ... Read more

Legal Reasons for Getting a Divorce
When you file for divorce, you’ll need to explain why your marriage is ending, but you don't necessarily need to prove that your spouse caused the breakup. ... Read more