Criminal Defense, Family
During the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, couples are forced to quarantine together. Emotions and stress are already high for individuals during a pandemic — add marital issues and arguments to the equation, and COVID-19 may become a recipe for a rise in divorce rates. Although public health measures that call for quarantining are necessary during this uncertain time, […]
Our lives are increasingly connected by the internet and social media. We share so much of ourselves with the public, including information, photos, videos and more. Unfortunately, you can’t retract or hide that information when dealing with a private issue, such as divorce negotiations. Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and dating websites leave tracks that […]
The United States has a relatively high divorce rate — estimated around 40% for first-time marriages. There is a high probability that many married couples will struggle to stay together. The factors that influence the decision to get a divorce can vary, whether it’s one straw that snaps the bond or multiple occurrences fraying it […]
You had every intention of spending the rest of your life with your spouse when you got married. Going through a divorce can be a challenging and emotionally complex time regardless of the reason for your separation. When you decide to end your marriage in South Carolina, you can file a no-fault divorce or one […]
Once you make the difficult decision to end a marriage, you don’t want to spend a long time in the divorce process. If you’re eager to get on with rebuilding your life, you may feel you need to complete your dissolution of marriage before that can happen. It is natural to have many questions when […]
If you have decided to end your marriage, you may decide you need legal representation to protect your interests and those of your children. Since this is a critical position, you want to be sure you choose the best attorney for your case. A lawyer will offer an initial consultation in many cases, and these […]
Co-parenting is a challenge requiring you to coordinate playdates, times, multiple schedules, finances and more. Whether you are new to co-parenting or have been doing it for years, you need to communicate effectively and stay on the same page to ensure kids get the support they need and don’t miss out on any fun activities […]
After the end of a marriage, it is common for one spouse to want to move. Starting a new chapter can mean new relationships, new jobs and a desire to relocate to start anew. However, if children are involved, custody can be impacted by moving. How Parent Relocation Affects Custody Orders If a couple is […]
The end of a marriage can be especially difficult for a spouse who is not financially independent. Someone who has chosen to stay at home and care for the household or children while another spouse earns the income may have a big gap in employment and may have spent years contributing in the home rather […]
Divorce involves not just the end of a relationship but also the end of a shared financial life together. During the process, parties need to divide property equally, including property which may be in both partners’ names. How Division of Assets Works in South Carolina How marital assets are divided is determined by state courts, […]
