How long a respondent has to respond to a divorce petition depends on which state they live in. South Carolina gives the respondent 30 days to respond. When your spouse doesn't formally answer, they lose their rights to participate in the divorce process. In certain...
Year: 2021
Child custody plans and summer vacation
Every divorce is the product of a unique situation with specific difficulties, especially when children are involved. Divorcing couples in South Carolina can avoid unnecessary emotional turmoil by delineating a custody plan that takes summer vacation into account....
Is probate actually bad?
South Carolina residents who are thinking about going through the estate planning process likely have many questions. One common one is whether or not probate is actually bad. The truth is that it really depends on your individual situation. What is probate? Probate...
The divorce rate rises during 2020
Unfortunately, South Carolina couples are not always meant to be together forever. In fact, 2020 showed an increase of 34% in divorce filings throughout the United States. Those living in the southern part of the country were shown to be two to three times more likely...
Information regarding the probate process
The word probate does not have good connotations for many South Carolina residents. But much of the bad feelings are the result of a lack of understanding regarding the process. A complete understanding of the probate process will eliminate most of these negative...
Do you need grounds for an at-fault divorce?
To file for divorce in South Carolina, you'll need to include the grounds on which the request is based. You could opt for a no-fault divorce or choose a specific reason if you blame your spouse for the split. If you go with a no-fault divorce, you might have to meet...
There’s more than one way to mold a child custody plan
Has a South Carolina court ordered you to establish a child custody plan? If so, options abound and parents who are willing to work together can often create a plan that meets everyone's needs. Alternating weeks The most traditional child custody plan is the...
Gray divorce: What is it and why is it increasing?
The divorce rate in the U.S. continues to increase in recent years largely due to the rise in gray divorce. This typically means older adults who choose to get divorced at a later age after several decades of marriage. The term "gray divorce" originated in the 1980s...
What careers come with high divorce rates?
Many married couples in South Carolina have thought about divorce, and many different reasons contribute to a marriage's dissolution. Sometimes, one or both spouses' professional careers may factor into the marriage coming apart. While any occupation or profession...
Does a fancier engagement ring set couples up for divorce?
South Carolina couples shopping for engagement rings might want to consider choosing a modest one over a more expensive, fancier one. Research shows that not only does purchasing a less expensive ring help pad your wallet, but it can also save you from problems that...