Rock Hill Divorce and Family Law Blog

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | February 13, 2025 | South Carolina Law

For decades, South Carolina was one of the few states that recognized common law marriage—a legal status allowing couples to be considered married without a traditional ceremony or official license.  However, in 2019, the state’s Supreme Court decided that no new common law marriages could form after that point. This shift created both relief and… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | January 31, 2025 | Divorce

Like many things, marriage trends often change through the years. These days, anecdotal reports actually suggest that fewer people are getting married, which would mean fewer are getting divorced. Regardless, divorce remains one of the most painful experiences most adults ever face. Even if divorce rates are low right now, ending a marriage can still… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | January 31, 2025 | Information

If you’re stepping into family court in South Carolina, you likely have a lot on your mind. You may be wondering whether your rights will be upheld and respected, worried about the outcome of your child custody case, or trying to remember whether you’ve filed all the correct paperwork. For many people, how to dress… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | January 2, 2025 | Divorce

If you live in one of five states in the United States, you cannot get a divorce if a spouse is pregnant. In several other states, the judge may wait until you have the baby to enter a divorce decree. States Where a Couple Can Get Divorced When a Spouse is Pregnant An article in… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | December 27, 2024 | Child Support

South Carolina uses standard child support guidelines to calculate the parents’ base child support obligation. The minimum is $100 per month, and the obligation is based on both parents’ combined adjusted monthly income and the number of children to be supported. The closest to an average monthly South Carolina child support payment is to use… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | December 20, 2024 | Child Custody

Child custody refers to assigning parental rights because of a divorce or when the parents are otherwise not together. The general presumption is that children benefit from a close and ongoing relationship with both parents. Therefore, parents are encouraged to develop parenting plans and custody agreements that allow both of them to be active participants… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | November 8, 2024 | Child Custody

Grandparents often play a vital role in their grandchildren’s lives. In some cases, they are the primary caretakers. Millions of grandparents are raising their grandchildren in the United States or have their grandchildren living with them.  What happens if grandparents are suddenly cut off from their grandchildren or their grandchildren are being mistreated? Do grandparents… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | November 7, 2024 | Divorce

The CDC quotes the current divorce rate as 2.4 per 1,000 people. No matter the structure of the relationship, many marriages end in divorce.  Still, you might be curious as to whether certain types of relationships are more likely to last. Whether you’re exploring polyamory or just want to know the chances of a polyamorous… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | October 30, 2024 | Child Custody

Halloween is an exciting time for children. What is better than dressing up to receive free candy? However, child custody on Halloween can be challenging. Parents must balance their desire to spend Halloween with their children and their children’s well-being. That could be difficult if you and your ex-partner do not get along. However, maintaining… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | October 4, 2024 | Child Custody

When unmarried parents part ways, the big question often is: who gets the kids? Unlike married couples, unmarried parents don’t have the built-in legal structure of divorce to guide them. Getting a handle on child custody rules in South Carolina can clear up any confusion. Legal Rights for Unmarried Parents When married couples have children,… read more