Free legal help · Utah

Free Legal Helplines
for Utah Divorces

You don't always need a $300/hr attorney. Utah has five free or low-cost legal resources — most people don't know they exist.

Call Utah Legal Services →Ask online (free)

When should you call a helpline?

Custody disputes
When parents can't agree on a parenting plan or one parent is obstructing access
Complex assets
Business ownership, significant retirement accounts, real estate in multiple states
Alimony disagreements
When duration or amount is contested and you're unsure what a judge would order
Domestic violence
If safety is a concern at any point — free help is always available
Decree violations
When your ex isn't following the parenting plan, support order, or property division
Before signing anything
Get a quick review before signing a stipulation, settlement, or modification

Utah free legal resources

Utah Legal ServicesFree — income-based
Low-income Utahns (income limits apply). Covers divorce, custody, support, modifications, and enforcement.
Utah Courts Self-Help CenterFree — everyone
801-238-7974utcourts.gov/selfhelpMon–Fri 8am–5pm MT
Any Utah resident representing themselves in court. No income limit.
Utah Free Legal AnswersFree — online Q&A
ut.freelegalanswers.orgSubmit anytime — attorney responds within 3 days
Low-to-moderate income Utahns. Volunteer Utah attorneys answer civil legal questions online.
Utah State Bar Lawyer Referral$35 consult
Anyone. $35 for a 30-minute consultation with a vetted Utah family law attorney.
Utah Domestic Violence HotlineFree — 24/7
1-800-897-LINK (5465)udvc.org24/7 — call or text
Anyone experiencing domestic violence. Safety planning, emergency shelter referrals, and legal advocacy.

Tips for getting the most from a free legal call

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Write down your questions before calling — Free calls are short — know exactly what you want to ask before you dial.
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Have your case number and decree handy — If you have one, attorneys can give more specific answers with document references.
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Take notes during the call — Ask for the attorney's name and note any statutes or forms they mention.
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Ask about next steps, not just your situation — "What should I do next?" gets more actionable answers than "Am I right?"
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You can call more than once — Different questions on different days is fine — don't try to cram everything into one call.

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