Dividing marital assets fairly and equitably is an essential element of divorce. In South Carolina, both spouses have a legal obligation to fully disclose their earnings, properties, and liabilities. If a spouse hides assets during divorce is not jus…
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Deciding to end a marriage is rarely easy. In a fault-based divorce, the individual who files must identify a legally recognized reason for dissolving the marriage. Understanding which grounds for divorce apply to your situation is important in the e…
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Divorce is rarely simple, but when domestic violence is an issue, the stakes are even higher, and the legal landscape becomes far more complex. South Carolina recognizes domestic violence in divorce cases as a fault-based ground for divorce, classify…
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Divorce presents many emotional challenges, especially when parents disagree about child visitation schedules. When making child visitation decisions, South Carolina judges are guided by “the best interests of the child.” Understanding how judges…
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The short answer is both “Yes” and “No.” When a couple decides to end their marriage, one of the first decisions they must make is choosing the legal grounds for filing for divorce, or whether they are eligible to file for a no-fault divorce.…
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For couples considering divorce, the process can feel overwhelming. In South Carolina, divorce often involves not just ending the marriage, but also dividing property, calculating spousal support, and making decisions about child custody and child su…
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In a South Carolina divorce, marital assets are supposed to be divided equitably. But how can the court ensure a fair division of assets if your spouse is disguising their true net worth? Hidden assets are a common concern for divorcing couples. When…
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“Even the darkest night will end, and the sun will rise.” — Victor Hugo Even when divorce is the healthiest solution, the process of obtaining a divorce, navigating life after divorce, and coming to terms with the loss of a future planned in ha…
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One of the most common pieces of lay advice given concerning divorce is “Whatever you do, do not leave the marital home, or you abandon your rights.” While well-intentioned, this advice is misleading. In South Carolina, the marital home is not co…
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Two Types of Child Custody in South Carolina Under South Carolina law, child custody refers to two types of custody: legal custody, which is the authority to make significant decisions regarding the child, and physical custody, which refers to the ti…
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Since founding Brinkley Law Firm in 2011, attorney Stephanie Brinkley has helped families grow and expand by navigating them through the legal challenges surrounding Assisted Reproduction Technology (ART) and Adoption. As an attorney who focuses on f… Read More