Can you get an annulment in SC? You can, but your situation must fit into one of the statutory grounds for an annulment under SC law. Annulments are not a quick and easy solution to an ill-advised marriage, and the grounds for an annulment in SC can be difficult to...
Divorce
How Long Does It Take to Get a Divorce in SC?
How long does it take to get a divorce in SC? That's a burning question on the minds of many couples who are considering divorce, who may be in a bad situation, and who are ready to move on with their lives. The answer, of course, depends on your situation and the...
Brown v. Sojourner: SC Supreme Court Denies Elective Share to James Brown’s Surviving Spouse
In Brown v. Sojourner, decided June 17, 2020, the SC Supreme Court reversed a lower court's finding that Tommie Rae Brown was James Brown's surviving spouse and therefore entitled to an elective share of his estate. Although Tommie Rae and James Brown were married in...
No-Fault, No Court Divorce in SC
No-fault divorce has always been an option in SC, but now, thanks to COVID-19, a no-fault, no court divorce is also an option, at least temporarily.In addition to the "fault" grounds for divorce in SC - adultery, habitual drunkenness or drug use, and physical abuse,...
How Does the COVID-19 Shutdown Affect My Family Court Case?
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...
The Best Children’s Books About Divorce
One of the most difficult aspects of divorce for many people is the effect that it may have on the children. Can children's books about divorce help to explain the situation to young ones and help them to process their feelings? How do you talk to children about...
What if I Don’t Want a Divorce? Can My Attorney Stop it?
Although many couples who become separated and are considering divorce have mutually agreed that divorce may be necessary, what happens if you don't want a divorce? There may be many reasons why a person does not want a divorce despite their spouse's insistence - your...
How is 401k Divided in a SC Divorce?
How is 401k divided in a SC divorce? Marital property is subject to equitable division, while nonmarital property is not. What about your retirement plan that you have paid into from your paycheck for the last 5, 10, or 20 years? Is your 401k plan subject to equitable...
How Is Debt Divided in a Divorce in SC?
How is debt divided in a divorce in SC? Marital property is subject to equitable division in a divorce - things like real estate, cars, bank accounts, and most things of value will be divided between the parties either by agreement or by the court. But what about...
Guardian Ad Litem in Horry County Family Court
A guardian ad litem in Horry County Family Court is a person whom the court appoints to represent the best interests of the child. The guardian ad litem investigates and gathers information to present to the court, and may also advocate for the child in court,...
