What a Charleston
Divorce Lawyer Actually Does For You.
Our divorce attorney in Charleston does far more than file paperwork. We protect what matters most when negotiations get hard, emotions run high, and the other side has their own lawyer working against you.
Explain Exactly Where You Stand
Your rights to the home, retirement accounts, business interests, and custody time — before you make a single decision.
Build Your Strategy From Day One
Whether that means negotiating a fast, fair settlement or preparing to win at trial.
Handle Temporary Hearings
So you aren’t left without income, housing, or access to your children while the case is pending.
Fight For Your Children
Guiding custody and support decisions based on what South Carolina Courts actually look for, not what you’ve heard from friends.
Protect You Financially
From hidden assets, underreported income, and last-minute financial moves by a spouse trying to shift the outcome.
Our practice areas
Protecting Your Future
High-asset and complex cases require a different level of attention. We focus exclusively on divorce and family law.
Grounds for Divorce
South Carolina recognizes five grounds for divorce. Whether to pursue No-Fault (One Year of Separation) or Fault-Based (Adultery, Cruelty, Desertion) is one of the first strategic decisions your attorney will help you make.
Property Division
South Carolina uses equitable distribution—marital property is divided fairly, not necessarily 50/50. From high-asset business valuations to distinguishing marital vs. separate property, we protect what’s yours.
Alimony
Periodic, rehabilitative, lump sum, or reimbursement alimony. The outcome depends heavily on the facts of your marriage, your living standard, and documented misconduct.
Child Custody
Determined using the “Best Interests of the Child” standard. Fathers and mothers have equal rights. We present your case effectively when negotiations get tough or when litigation is necessary.
Asset Protection
You have worked hard, sacrificed, and made wise financial decisions to get where you are in life. Now, you’re facing the risk of losing substantially all of it. The good news is that you can still avoid financial disaster in your Charleston divorce.
Child Support
You don’t have to leave your children’s future up to chance. I want to help you through this difficult time, toward a better future for your family. If you are thinking about a Charleston divorce, you have probably collected information from many sources.
Client Stories
What Our Clients Say
Real experiences from families we’ve helped through their most challenging times
150+
Five-star reviews
98%
Client satisfaction
25+
Years experience
The Roadmap
How the Divorce Process Works
Family Court of South Carolina, knowing what to expect is half the battle. We guide you step-by-step to secure your future.
01.
Filing
Your attorney files the complaint in the Family Court of South Carolina in the county where you or your spouse resides.
02.
Service
Your spouse is formally served with the divorce papers.
03.
Temporary Hearing
If needed, the Court issues temporary orders governing custody, support, and use of the marital home.
04.
Discovery
Both sides exchange financial documents, answer interrogatories, and may conduct depositions.
05.
Mediation
South Carolina requires mediation before most contested trials. A skilled attorney makes mediation work for you.
06.
Settlement or Trial
Most cases settle. When they don’t, The Peck Firm is prepared to try the case before a family Court judge.
07.
Final Decree
The Court enters a Final Judgment and Decree of Divorce, binding both parties.
Why Clients Choose Us
Voted Best Divorce Lawyers in Charleston —
7 Consecutive Years.
We focus exclusively on divorce and family law. Not personal injury. Not criminal defense. Not business transactions. This is all we do — and that focus makes a measurable difference in outcomes.
When you call us, you talk to an attorney. When you have a question, you get a direct answer. When the Court is involved, you have a lawyer who knows the judges, the clerks, and the expectations of the Family Court of South Carolina.
“If you feel like your world is falling apart, you’ve come to the right place.”
Cases That Demand
Experience
Some situations carry higher stakes and greater complexity. We specialize in handling high-conflict and complex cases, including:
Domestic violence cases
Self-employed or business-owning spouses
Military divorces
High-asset divorces
Relocation disputes
Post-divorce modifications
Dedicated Advocates
Meet The Peck Law
Firm Team.
Family Law is the only thing we do, and we do it with an uncompromising commitment to your future.
At The Peck Law Firm, we understand that when your children, your assets, and your rights are on the line, there is no room for “good enough” legal representation.
Our team of battle-tested Charleston divorce attorneys provides the aggressive advocacy and deep local expertise required to navigate South Carolina’s toughest family court battles. We don’t just manage your case; we command the process to ensure you emerge from your divorce or custody dispute in the strongest possible position.
Resources
Free Family Law Guides
Recent Divorce Articles
Knowledge is Your Strongest Ally Don’t go into a high-stakes legal battle unprepared. Our exclusive library of Family Law Guides and Divorce Articles provides the strategic intelligence you need to understand your rights and anticipate the opposition’s next move. From complex asset division to high-conflict custody, equip yourself with the facts before you step into the courtroom.
South Carolina Divorce Guide
You’ve supported your spouse throughout your marriage and now you face the possibility that your financial future will be ruined. How will you support yourself and your family now?
South Carolina Alimony Guide
You’ve supported your spouse throughout your marriage and now you face the possibility that your financial future will be ruined. How will you support yourself and your family now?
South Carolina Divorce Settlement Guide
You’ve supported your spouse throughout your marriage and now you face the possibility that your financial future will be ruined. How will you support yourself and your family now?
South Carolina Child Custody Guide
You’ve supported your spouse throughout your marriage and now you face the possibility that your financial future will be ruined. How will you support yourself and your family now?
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