Jason F. Barnes
The Law Offices of Jason F. Barnes, P.C.The Law Offices of Jason F. Barnes, P.C. (also d.b.a. The Adoption Law Firm) is located in Utah, and provide a wide range of legal services. When you start the process, you will have many questions, some of which should only be answered by an attorney. The Law Offices of Jason F. Barnes, P.C. provides a comfortable yet professional atmosphere, meeting personally with each client, promptly addressing questions and concerns, and striving to make the process as smooth and as stress-free as possible. ============================================================ Get help quickly and get the job done right the first time! Highly focused and experienced in the areas of: 1. Family law and divorce- all aspects of, including: a. Divorce, Separate, Annulment b. Guardianship c. Paternity, custody, child support, visitation d. Alimony e. Property division f. Retirement division (QDROs, government, military and private retirements) g. Modifications to decrees and orders of the court 2. Adoptions, all aspects of (d.b.a. "The Adoption Law Firm"; Jason F. Barnes was president of the Utah Adoption Council in 2009-2010). 3. Mediation services in family law and other areas (Jason F. Barnes is a Court Rostered Mediator and also a Court Rostered Domestic Mediator). 4. Business- formation, succession planning and transactions. HOURS: - Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Saturday closed - Sunday closed
- University of Wyoming College of Law
- J.D. (2002) | Family law, Business, Taxation, and Bankruptcy
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- University of Utah
- B.S. (1997) | Business, Finance with an emphasis in investing
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- ADR Court Rostered Mediator
- Utah State Court
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- Jason F. Barnes is qualified by the Utah State Courts to perform mediation and is specifically qualified on the ADR Court Roster to provide Divorce Mediation.
- President
- Utah Adoption Council, A Non-Profit Organization
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- President Elect 2007-2008 and Adviser to President 2009-2010
- President and Director
- Legal Research Services, A Non-Profit Organization
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- Legal Research Assistant
- University of Wyoming, College of Law
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- Research assistant to Law Professor Arthur R. Gaudio.
- Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Determining the Appropriate Fair Market Value
- Utah State Bar Association
- "Procedures for terminating parental rights" & "Offering the Different Adoption Options", Adoption Law: From Start to Finish, Utah
- National Business Institute
- "The Adoption Process: A checklist guide" and "Stepparent, Relative and Other Adoptions: Procedural Nuances", Adoption Law Made Simple, Hampton Inn- Downtown Salt Lake City
- National Business Insitute
- The Essentials of Adoption Law; Adoption Fees/Budgets; Following Ethical Guidelines in Adoption Law, Adoption Law: Start to Finish, Salt Lake City, Utah
- National Business Institute
- The Essentials of Adoption Law; Adoption Fees/Budgets; Following Ethical Guidelines in Adoption Law, Adoption Law, Salt Lake City, Utah
- National Business Institute
- The Essentials of Adoption Law; Following Ethical Guidelines in Adoption Law, Adoption Law: Start to Finish, Salt Lake City, Utah
- NBI
- Utah State Bar # 09425
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- Weber County Bar Assocaition
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- Family Law Section of the Utah State Bar
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- Utah Council on Conflict Resolution
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- Davis County Bar Association
- President
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- Utah Adoption Council
- Member (and past President)
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- Utah
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- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Arbitration & Mediation
- Business - Arbitration/Mediation, Consumer - Arbitration/Mediation, Family - Arbitration/Mediation
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Adoption
- Guardianships
- Mediation Services
- English: Spoken, Written
- Q. I have had custody of my godson since he was born I am wondering if God parents count as relative adoption?
- A: In many jurisdictions, the term "godparent" does not have a legal significance in the same way it does in religious or cultural contexts. Unlike legal guardians or custodians, godparents typically do not have a legally binding relationship with a child under state law. This is my understanding for Utah as well.
- Q. If a friend is pregnant and wants to give you custody of her baby, what legal action,if any, do u need to do.
- A: As to your question in general, it comes down to what you want to do.
1. Temporary custody: This allows you to have custody of the child for a limited period, typically up to 6 months. However, it can be revoked at any time by the birth parents. Drafting this document requires meeting certain requirements.
2. Guardianship: This provides a legal relationship where a person (the guardian) is granted custody and control of the child. However, like temporary custody, the birth parents can file a motion to dismiss it at any time.
3. Adoption: This is the most permanent option. It legally establishes a parent-child relationship between the adoptive parent(s) and the child, severing the legal ... Read More
- Q. Can I be adopted by my living biological mother since my adoption in Iowa at age 3 cannot be overturned??
- A: The short answer is, "Maybe". There are factors that need to be addressed and then it is all up to a judge.