A spouse can usually file for a no-fault by declaring the irretrievable breakdown of their marriage or stating they have irreconcilable differences with their spouse. All states have adopted a form of no-fault divorce, interchanging incompatibility with irreconcilable...
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Guardian ad litem: Who’s qualified and why the role matters
A parent’s mission as the natural guardian is to wrap their child with unconditional love. But a contentious divorce often catches them off guard, potentially leaving their child vulnerable. Substantial conflicts may result in parents lingering on their combative...
How does a prenup affect a South Carolina divorce?
Most people recognize a prenuptial or prenup agreement as a form of protection if a marriage does not work out. But sometimes, people do not know what actually happens to the agreement after a couple calls it quits. What role does a prenup play during divorce...
Preparing your children for the divorce
You're divorcing and have children. Eventually, your children will know about your divorce. You may wonder if it’s better for your children to learn about divorce sooner or later. Talking about divorce to your children is a difficult decision to make. Some people...
How does divorce differ with age?
Divorce can happen at any stage of your life, and in many cases, the reasons may be the same. However, particular ages can make divorce more likely for particular reasons and bring particular concerns. Here are some issues that different age groups need to consider:...
Should you tell your child’s teacher about a divorce?
You and your spouse have decided that you are going to get divorced. Maybe it’s something that you’ve seen coming for months or even years. The two of you both have been discussing it and decided to move forward, although you haven’t yet told anyone about your plans....
Who gets the family home in a South Carolina divorce?
Property division is one of the most contentious issues in a divorce. It gets even more complicated when there is no legally binding agreement on how a couple should divide marital assets, yet they cannot reach an agreement. In such cases, the court will decide what...
What you need to know about spousal support in South Carolina
Divorce changes many things, including a couple's financial arrangements. For instance, one spouse may have been the family's breadwinner while the other played the role of homemaker. It explains the necessity of spousal support, also known as alimony. While many...
4 things to avoid when informing your spouse of a divorce
Informing your spouse of a divorce can be challenging. They may be aware of the irreconcilable issues in your marriage, but they may not expect divorce. You may have accepted that the marriage is not working before them. Accordingly, you will tell them about your...
Will I get 50% of the property in a South Carolina divorce?
When a couple decides to call it quits, one of the most important (and usually contentious) subjects they will have to address is the division of marital property. Oftentimes, money is a major trigger of most divorce cases. As such, it is not uncommon for the...