North Charleston Divorce & Family Law Lawyers

A Large City, Several Counties, and Real Family Law Questions

North Charleston is one of the largest cities in South Carolina, and it is home to many working families, including people with ties to Joint Base Charleston, the port, and other employers with shift schedules and variable pay. When a marriage ends, those details matter: how income is counted for support, how parenting time fits around work, and what protections apply to service members.

The Peck Law Firm limits its practice to divorce and family law. If you are in North Charleston and wondering where you stand, call us. Your first consultation is complimentary, and you will get a clear explanation of your options before you decide what to do.

Family Law Services for North Charleston Clients

• Divorce: contested and uncontested, no-fault and fault-based. See the grounds for divorce recognized in South Carolina.
• Child custody: custody and visitation, parenting plans, and military custody issues.
• Child support: calculation, enforcement, and modification.
• Alimony: periodic, rehabilitative, lump sum, or reimbursement alimony, depending on the facts.
• Property division: equitable distribution of homes, vehicles, retirement accounts, and debts.
• Post-divorce modifications when circumstances change.

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Representing North Charleston Residents

North Charleston extends across more than one county. Since divorce and custody cases are filed in the Family Court of the county where you or your spouse lives, the right courthouse for your case depends on your address and your spouse’s. We appear regularly in the Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester County Family Courts, and we will confirm the correct venue at the start.

If you or your spouse serves in the military, additional rules can apply, including the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act. Our page on custody in a military divorce outlines common issues.

We do not have an office in North Charleston. Meetings take place at our Mount Pleasant office, and phone consultations are available.

Why Contact The Peck Law Firm

• We practice only divorce and family law.
• Your first consultation is complimentary.
• We prepare for settlement and, when necessary, trial.
• We do not promise outcomes. We explain your options and the risks in plain terms.

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What to Expect

1. Call or use the form. Share the basics and we will schedule a time.
2. Explain your circumstances. Include children, income sources, and any existing orders.
3. Learn how the process works. We outline filing, temporary hearings, discovery, mediation, and settlement or trial.
4. Decide. You are under no obligation to retain us.

North Charleston Divorce and Family Law FAQs

North Charleston is in more than one county. Which Family Court handles my case? A case is filed in the county where you or your spouse resides. We regularly appear in the Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester County Family Courts and will confirm which applies to you.

How does a military divorce differ? Active-duty service can affect timing, custody schedules, and support, and federal protections such as the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act may apply. See our overview of military custody factors.

How is child support calculated if my income changes from month to month? South Carolina uses support guidelines based on both parents’ incomes, and income from sources such as overtime or self-employment is generally part of the analysis. The guidelines are the starting point. Read more in our child support guide.

Can child support or custody be changed after the divorce? Often it can, if circumstances have materially changed, but standards and procedures apply. We handle modifications and can review whether your situation may qualify.

What are the grounds for divorce in South Carolina? There are five: a one-year separation (no-fault), and adultery, physical cruelty, desertion, and habitual drunkenness or drug use (fault-based). Which route makes sense depends on your facts. See our page on grounds for divorce.

How do I arrange a consultation? Call (843) 800-2928 or use our contact page. You can meet by phone or at our Mount Pleasant office.

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Schedule Free Consultation Call (843) 800-2928