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Pets feel like members of your family. They never leave your side and seem to always brighten up your day. Now divorce threatens your pet’s place in your life. You may be wondering things like: “What will my happen to my pet(s) after I get divorced?” “Can a South Carolina Family Law court force my …
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You and your spouse are divorcing. During this time, you will feel many things: uncertainty, anger, and fear. How can you make sure you get what you deserve? Will your spouse take advantage of you during the divorce? Many divorcees believe they need an aggressive divorce lawyer to make sure they get what they want …
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If you are considering divorce in South Carolina or already involved in a pending case, you might be aware that there are ways to resolve the important issues without court. In fact, many parties are able to agree on property division, alimony, and issues related to minor children. This might seem surprising when you think …
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Many people expect divorce to be an adversarial process with numerous trips to court to battle out disputes. In reality, most parties are able to work out at least some of the key divorce issues by agreement. The South Carolina divorce statutes are on your side in this respect. They actually encourage compromise, and a …
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Alimony can be one of the most hotly disputed topics in a South Carolina divorce case, especially since emotions are often closely tied to financial issues. State laws allow for different types of spousal support depending on the circumstances, and one may be important to you while the case is pending. South Carolina’s statute authorizes …
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Divorce is not an easy process, but it is far more challenging when there is extreme animosity between the parties. Stress, emotions, and resentment can even lead to false or exaggerated claims of domestic violence, and the effects on your case are significant. Not only are certain acts criminal, but there is also the South …
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Some people might suggest that divorce is among the most stressful experiences after the passing of a loved one, and the process can certainly be challenging even under the best of circumstances. However, there are certain mistakes that parties make during divorce that can only make things worse. Unfortunately, while South Carolina’s divorce laws cover …
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Believe it or not, social media can affect your Charleston divorce case. While you might assume that there is no harm in continuing to use your social media accounts, especially if you make your profiles private, it is essential to understand how social media posts can be used in divorces. Your ex might use images …
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When you are considering divorce in Charleston, it can be extremely difficult to know if you should take the next steps toward filing. For example, should you talk to a lawyer about your case? Should you begin gathering documents and materials that you would need to file for divorce? Should you tell your family members …
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What is alimony in a Charleston divorce? What do you need to do to get alimony? And what should you expect if your ex is seeking alimony? In short, alimony is a payment made from one spouse to the other during and/or after a divorce proceeding. Under South Carolina law, courts in Charleston consider many …
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