Kristina Otterstrom
Attorney · Brigham Young University J. Reuben Clark Law School
Types of Custody: Joint Custody Checklist
If you’re considering a joint custody agreement, the details can seem endless. ... READ MORE
Reversing an Adoption
Some adoptions may be reversed, but only under very limited circumstances. ... READ MORE
Commingling and Tracing Assets and Money in Divorce
When people marry, they usually do so because they want to build a life together. Marriage means that two lives, and often two sets of finances, become one. Many spouses choose to share their property, like bank accounts. Unfortunately, not all marriages end in happily ever after. If you and your spouse break up, splitting your assets can get complicated. ... READ MORE
What Not to Do in a Child Custody Battle
Custody cases are often stressful and contentious. But the good news is they don't have to be that way. You can put your best foot forward by avoiding some common custody case pitfalls. Take your case seriously because the implications of a custody case can last a lifetime, for both you and your child. ... READ MORE
Child Support and Figuring Your Fair Share: Imputed Income
When will a court attribute additional income to a parent for child support purposes? ... READ MORE
Key Factors in Modifying Child Custody
Even if it takes you years to get a custody order, a judge can still change your parenting arrangements in the future. Find out when and how courts can modify custody. ... READ MORE
Retroactive Child Support
When parents separate, it may take months or even years before a judge issues a child support order. A single parent may try to handle the costs of raising a child alone, or legal delays may prevent a divorcing parent from getting a court order right away. The good news for parents is that in some cases, child support payments can be applied retroactively. ... READ MORE
Effect of Inheritance on Child Support
How an inheritance can suddenly change child support. ... READ MORE
Custody Disputes: What Can I Expect?
Emotions run high when divorcing parents can't agree on living arrangements for their kids. It's no wonder custody disputes are often the most expensive and time-consuming aspects of a divorce. ... READ MORE
Rights and Responsibilities of a Married Person
You promised to support your spouse in sickness and in health, but your obligations don’t stop there. Once you're married, you have certain rights and responsibilities that single people don't have. ... READ MORE