As an assigned executor in South Carolina, you're tasked with administering an estate. This process typically consists of paying off debts, collecting annuities and selling property. The time you'll need to spend varies; some possessions need a good year before a...
Child support orders in South Carolina are usually established shortly after the divorce is finalized, if not at the same time. It’s not uncommon for divorced parents to request modifications to the child support order years after the divorce. What are the reasons for...
So you're in a marriage that you don't want to be in anymore, but you can't seem to find the right opportunity to get your spouse on board. You are not alone. As a resident of South Carolina, here's what you need do. Be clear about your decision The first thing you...
Couples enter into marriage with a sense of a hope for the future. However, about 50% of marriages unfortunately end in divorce. The ending of a marriage can be especially complicated if the divorcing couple own a business together. This is why it's important for...
As some South Carolina couples begin the divorce process, they might find that taxes and tax credits can become a bargaining tool during their negotiations. With taxes and tax credits potentially having a serious impact on finances, it is important to understand the...
Unless a deceased individual has established a comprehensive estate plan that avoids the probate process completely, most South Carolina residents will have their estate assigned to probate. Even when there is no estate, creditors who hold outstanding debt will still...
Substance abuse is a major problem in South Carolina and the rest of the United States, one that impacts tens of millions of people in a variety of ways. Substance abuse can impact child custody arrangements, so it is important that every parent fully understand the...
Parents who divorce in South Carolina should know that the type of child custody they get will determine how they will raise their offspring. Child custody is a legal phrase that defines the kind of relationship a parent can have with their child even after their...
When parents in South Carolina get a divorce, they often want to split custody 50/50. This can be a great arrangement for the child because it gives them time with both parents, but parents should think carefully before they default to a plan in which the child simply...
Creating a will for your estate, as well as everything you own or operate, is highly recommended for a myriad of reasons. When an individual has a will in place, it can help reduce infighting among family members and relatives as well as the confusion that surrounds...