Gone are the days when divorces in South Carolina involving minor dependent children result in automatic assignment of custody to the mother. The contemporary world has assuredly changed, and this is a definite area of transition. However, the courts are still serious...
Divorce
Ensuring success with a thoughtful parenting plan
During the divorce process, South Carolina parents will need to discuss issues related to child custody. As part of this step, they will want to create a parenting plan. Traditionally, the plan has been about the schedule: however, a more efficient one that supports...
Standard Child Visitation Schedules for Parents
Setting up child visitation schedules in South Carolina is often one of the hardest parts about split custody. There are lots of possible ways to make the schedule work for everyone involved, but it can take a lot of effort and flexibility to find the right balance...
How can you co-parent with a narcissist?
If you are a parent in South Carolina who divorced a narcissist, you might have to share responsibilities with your ex. Co-parenting with a narcissist is challenging but can be done by following certain tips. Accept the situation When the court orders you to co-parent...
Divorce and business owners
Divorces often have more impact on some families than they do on others. Some are simple, and some can be very complicated when the family operates a business. This can apply in equitable distribution states like South Carolina where the business may or may not be...
How can you work on creating a co-parenting plan with your ex?
Parents in South Carolina who have divorced should focus on what’s best for their children. A good co-parenting schedule allows you to do that. What is a co-parenting plan? A co-parenting plan is a plan that parents who are no longer together create for spending time...
Who gets custody in a pending divorce?
Divorce is often a challenging process, and couples with children will have to make arrangements for custody. Divorce-child custody impacts the entire family so it is important that the children are in the best environment for their growth and development. If you're a...
How to draft a custody plan in South Carolina
Custody plans can be a tough topic in South Carolina divorces. However, many couples have the opportunity to take it upon themselves to draft up a custody plan before the court can get involved. Drafting up your own custody plan with your spouse can foster a strong...
How to buy a house during a divorce or legal separation
Some people in South Carolina who are going through a divorce would like to start the process of buying a new house before the divorce is finished. This is possible, but it takes some extra paperwork, and there are some financial risks that need to be taken into...
The length of the divorce process
As South Carolina couples prepare to end their marriage, one of their first questions might be about the length of the divorce process itself. The answer can vary widely, depending on a variety of issues, not least of which is how well the spouses can work together to...