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Experienced Divorce Attorneys Serving Charleston County

Divorce is a life-changing event. It is upsetting and stressful to you and your child(ren). Stop worrying and allow us to help you! Sanders Law Firm, LLC divorce lawyers in Charleston, SC will come alongside you and guide you every step of the way. Our strategy in your case is determined by the facts of your particular situation. We are problem-solvers.  Many times, agreements can be reached without the need for costly, protracted litigation. This saves money for both parties.  Our objective is to achieve the best possible outcome for you as quickly as possible.  This allows you to return to stability and to move forward.

  • Alimony/Spousal Support: Designed to place the supported spouse, as nearly as practical, in the position of support (s)he enjoyed during the marriage. Also, it may punish marital misconduct which leads to the breakup of a marriage. It may be awarded in periodic payments or in a lump sum. It may be temporary (rehabilitative) or permanent.
  • Child Support: Paid by the non-custodial parent to the parent who has custody of the minor child(ren) as determined by the S.C. Child Support Guidelines. Can be modified based upon changed circumstances.
  • Debt: Generally, debt accrued during the marriage is considered to be marital debt. It should be divided between the parties.
  • Grounds for divorce (with fault): 1) Adultery; 2) Desertion for one year; 3) Physical Cruelty; and 4) Habitual Drunkenness (includes narcotics).
  • No-fault divorce: Living separate and apart for one year without cohabitation. This is usually the most cost-effective way to proceed.
  • Property Division: Generally, property accumulated and used by the parties during the marriage is considered to be marital property, even if it is only in one party’s name.  It may be divided in a manner which fairly reflects each party's contribution to its acquisition and maintenance, regardless of which party holds legal title.

Jurisdiction

The Court may decide a case in which both parties have lived in SC for at least three months or in which one party has lived in SC for at least one year (if the other party lives out of state).

Where to File (Venue) for Divorce in South Carolina

  1. The county in which the parties last lived together during the marriage;
  2. The county in which the Defendant resides; or
  3. The county in which the Plaintiff resides, if Defendant is a non-resident of SC or if the Defendant cannot be found.

How Our Charleston Divorce Lawyers Can Help

Sanders Law Firm, LLC represents clients in the Charleston, South Carolina area, including Barnwell County, Beaufort County, Berkeley County, Charleston County, Clarendon County, Colleton County, Dorchester County and Georgetown County.

To schedule a consultation with an experienced Charleston Divorce Attorney, give us a call or contact us online here today!

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