A difficult divorce can leave lasting tension between parents, making child custody arrangements harder to manage. Emotions, disagreements and communication problems often continue long after the divorce is finalized. Despite the conflict, children benefit most when...
If someone dies without a will in South Carolina, the law decides who gets their property. This process is called intestate succession, and while it may sound orderly, it rarely reflects what people actually want for their families. Here’s what happens when there’s no...
When you and your spouse bring large assets into a divorce, the stakes grow fast. South Carolina divides marital property through equitable distribution. This typically results in equal division unless specific factors justify a different split. A business, a...
Many people (generally women) who took their spouse’s last name or added it to their own when they got married choose to go back to their previous name when they divorce. Whether or not to do so is a decision unique to the person, their profession, their relationship...
It can be challenging to tell your child you are getting a divorce. However, a few tips can help you hold a smooth conversation. And one of them is preparing to answer questions your child might have. Here is what to expect: Common questions children ask Children...
Paying all taxes due is a top responsibility during estate administration. Personal representatives often file final income tax returns for deceased individuals. The estate assumes responsibility for the decedent’s financial obligations, including any outstanding...
Divorce is difficult enough without worrying about being cheated. Courts require both spouses to share full financial details. If you suspect your spouse is hiding their real income, you have every right to be concerned. This dishonesty can greatly affect your child...
South Carolina custody orders include details about the division of parenting time and parental authority. Both parents have an obligation to uphold the order until their children become adults or the circumstances make a modification of the custody order necessary. ...
Many people are under the impression that alimony or spousal support exists only for wives and, more specifically, stay-at-home mothers. Their overly-simplified view of the financial aspects of divorce can leave them without the support they deserve in some cases....
The primary goal of probate is to ensure a deceased person’s assets are distributed according to the law and the deceased’s wishes. Final expenses and taxes are paid out of the estate, with the remainder going to the heirs named in the decedent’s will. The legal...