How does the COVID-19 shutdown affect my family court case?All terms of court in the family court have been canceled until at least May 1, 2020, and it is possible that the shutdown could be extended. When the courts reopen, will there be a flood of rules to show...
Child Support
Is Mediation Mandatory in a SC Divorce?
Is mediation mandatory in SC divorce proceedings? What is mediation and how can it benefit me in my divorce case? If mediation is mandatory, who pays for it? Can the court force me to pay for it even if I don't want to do it? I'll discuss these questions below, and,...
How to File for Divorce in SC?
How to file for divorce in SC?First, talk to a divorce lawyer in SC. Below we will go over some general information about how to file for divorce in SC, but none of what you read here is legal advice - your attorney will be able to give you advice about the law as it...
Can a Parent Put Conditions on a Grandparent’s Visits with Their Grandchild?
Can a parent put conditions on a grandparent's visits with their grandchild? There are limited situations when a grandparent can try to force visitation with their grandchild or try to take custody of their grandchild in SC. What if the parent is offering to allow...
What is a Temporary Hearing in SC Family Court?
You've separated from your spouse, and you know that you may be headed for a divorce. Although you've scheduled a meeting with your attorney on the Axelrod team, you may be feeling overwhelmed by questions about who will live in the family home, custody of your...
Paternity Fraud in SC – Should I Pay Child Support If I’m Not the Father?
DNA tests can conclusively tell us whether someone is the father of a child - but, what happens if you don't get a DNA test done before the court says you're the father? Once paternity is established by the court, it is difficult to change that finding - when DNA...
Child Support in South Carolina
If you are separated from your spouse or divorced and you have minor children, child support may be one of the most important questions on your mind. Will I get child support if I have custody of my children? How much child support will I get - or how much child...
What happens when the supporting parent refuses to pay support?
Child support is important for the care and support of your child. If you are a custodial parent in South Carolina, you understand that financial support from the other parent is an essential part of meeting the needs of your kids, and it can be frustrating when the...