Divorce

Divorce makes people feel vulnerable and powerless, even the spouse that initiated proceedings. Such feelings can multiply when wealth and high-value assets are at stake, especially in already contentious divorces. Both parties to a divorce want (and deserve) a fair...

There are situations in which co-parents can’t seem to find common ground regarding the decisions that they make for their children. An example could be when one parent wants the child to grow up in a certain religion and the other does not, for instance, or when one...

Going through a divorce means you have to divide everything that you acquired during the marriage. For some people, the family business is one of these things. There are a few things that you need to think about when you’re trying to handle a business during your...

If you’re interested in getting custody of your children in a divorce, then it’s important to know what the court is looking for when making this decision. Generally speaking, they are trying to focus on the children’s best interests and create the best possible...

Once you decide it is time to seek legal representation in your divorce, your next step is to find a suitable candidate. You will benefit from a representative with experience and up-to-date knowledge of South Carolina divorce laws, but that is not the only criteria...

You and your spouse are getting divorced, but you’ve planned for it. When you got married, the two of you signed a prenuptial agreement. You knew that divorce could potentially happen and you wanted to consider the financial details first. For example, maybe the...

Although a no-fault divorce is a popular choice for many couples, you have the right to cite fault grounds when ending your marriage. In South Carolina, fault grounds include: Adultery Abandonment Physical cruelty Habitual drunkenness You and your spouse must have...

If you’re a divorcing parent who has had substance abuse issues, you could feel like they’re being used against you if your spouse is seeking primary or sole custody of your children. You may even fear you will be allowed only supervised visitation. Whether they’re...

A trend among those seeking a divorce in America is hiring advisors such as forensic accountants. A divorce can cost a lot of money, as you probably know at this point. Every time you add a professional to your divorce team, your costs will increase. It is best to...

When at least one spouse has a mental illness, it increases the likelihood of divorce. It’s been found to raise the odds by as much as 80%. Certainly, people with mental illnesses also divorce for the same reasons anyone else does. If you have a diagnosed mental...