Domestic violence, whether it is emotional or physical, can leave scars that last a lifetime. This is particularly true if child custody issues are involved. A parent that has a history of abuse towards a child or other family member may have limitations placed on their right to visit the child, or may even lose […]

Following the landmark decision of Obergefell et al. v. Hodges, many Americans were for the first time free to marry the person of their choice. Of course, like any marriage, LGBTQ marriages are not always forever. But when a same-sex (or “nontraditional”) married couple must divorce, there are often complications that South Carolina judges may […]

If you’re like most people looking to adopt, you have a lot of love to give. Maybe you’ve always wanted children but were unable for health or medical reasons. Perhaps you and your spouse already have children but wish to add to your family. Whatever your reasons, adoption is one of the sweetest and most […]

If you are charged with domestic assault, you need a lawyer immediately. Make no mistake, even a misdemeanor charge can have a life-altering impact on your future. Do not take chances by representing yourself or trying to “work it out” with your spouse. Call an experienced Greenville domestic violence attorney right away. Here are five […]

All states have adoption laws in place to aid and protect children, birth guardians, and adoptive families throughout the entire legal process. As a South Carolina adoption attorney, one part of Lauren Taylor’s job is ensuring you are knowledgeable of these laws, and that your adoption will meet all of the state of South Carolina’s […]

Imagine you have a custody agreement entered by the court giving your ex-spouse custody of your minor children.  You, the noncustodial parent, are seeking for a way to rework custody. The only issue is: You don’t know what you need to convince the court. If you are seeking to modify your custody agreement in South […]

You have decided to take the proverbial “plunge” and are planning to get married. You are in love with your soon-to-be-spouse and you are confident they love you. But you also read about the nearly 50 percent divorce rate in the United States (though it is not actually 50 percent) and you want to ensure […]

Family law often centers around issues faced by families in need, such as those going through divorce, domestic abuse, and disputes over child custody. In contrast, adoption proceedings are one of the more joyful events to occur in the family court. The experience of helping to facilitate an adoption between loving parents and the children […]