South Carolina Marriage Separation Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the Residency and Filing Requirements for Divorce in South Carolina?
  In order to file for divorce in South Carolina, one of the parties must have been a South Carolina resident for one year before the action is brought or if both parties are South Carolina residents … more
• What Are the Laws in South Carolina About How Marital Property Will be Distributed After Divorce?
  In South Carolina, property should be divided equitably after a divorce. In determining how to make an equitable distribution, the court shall consider: (1) the duration of the marriage … more
• What are Grounds for Divorce in South Carolina
  In South Carolina, a divorce may be granted on one or more of the following grounds: adultery, desertion for one or more years, physical cruelty, habitual drunkenness, or if the parties have lived … more
• When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in South Carolina?
  In South Carolina, the Court may award alimony as it deems just and appropriate. Alimony may be temporary or permanent and may be made in a lump sum or in periodic payments. In … more
• What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in South Carolina?
  In South Carolina, a complaint for divorce must contain the grounds for divorce, the way in which the parties satisfy the residency requirements, the date and place of the marriage, the date of the … more