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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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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Property Division
Timeshares are a popular option for those who want the perks of a vacation home without the headaches involved with owning real estate in a distant location. They are certainly attractive in a destination like Charleston and other parts of South Carolina, which draws visitors for golf, beaches, wildlife viewing, history, and other attractions. In …
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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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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Property Division
Getting divorced in Charleston means that all of your property will need to be properly classified into categories of separate (or nonmarital) property and marital property. South Carolina law requires that all marital property, including assets and debts, be divided equitably between the spouses. In general, marital property includes assets and debts acquired or accrued …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Property Division
Anyone who is getting divorced in South Carolina should know about property division rules. Under South Carolina law, all marital property is divided equitably between the parties. Indeed, South Carolina is known as an equitable distribution state. This means that the court will account for all property owned by the parties — separate (“nonmarital”) and …
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Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Divorce
In our last article, we looked at divorce myths related to child custody and support. Today, we look at some of the most common myths regarding marital property and alimony. At The Peck Law Firm, we remain committed to helping men and women navigate the divorce process. Our clients need timely, accurate information about the …
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Most Hollywood romantic comedies end when a couple gets married. In the real world, two people go on to build a life. And this life is rarely the “happily ever after” of fairy tales. If you’ve been married for a while, it’s perfectly normal to question the strength of your marriage. But how do you …
Posted by The Peck Law Firm Divorce Lawyers | Marriage Tips
The internet has enabled people across the globe to connect with each other in ways that were never possible before online communications. Particularly with respect to social media, it is to be expected that some relationships can develop into intimacy. When one of the parties involved is already married to someone else, there can be …
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Divorce does not have to break you financially. If you are considering a divorce, the following four ideas may help you reduce the cost. A skilled divorce attorney can help provide you with more information as well. Consider Alternative Dispute Resolution Starting the divorce process, you may envision a long and bitter courtroom battle. Fortunately, …
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