Rock Hill Divorce and Family Law Blog

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | May 9, 2025 | South Carolina Law

While South Carolina allows for no-fault divorces, you must meet specific criteria to establish that your marriage was not valid and therefore eligible for annulment. This can be a challenging process at times, so working with a divorce attorney in York County, SC, may help keep the process moving toward the outcome you desire. Ending… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | April 22, 2025 | Information

Attorney-client privilege is a fundamental legal doctrine that ensures communications between a client and their attorney remain confidential. This privilege encourages open and honest dialogue, allowing attorneys to provide informed and effective legal advice. Understanding this concept is crucial, especially within the context of South Carolina’s legal framework for all kinds of cases, including family… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | April 3, 2025 | Family Law

Divorce can be hard and emotional, leaving many people feeling uncertain about what to do next. You may have questions like: Do I need a lawyer to get divorced in South Carolina? While you can legally get divorced without a lawyer, hiring one can make things easier. Lawyers can help the process go faster, reduce… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | March 20, 2025 | Divorce

A divorce is a legal proceeding to end a marriage in South Carolina. However, there are more issues addressed during a divorce than ending the marriage. Alimony and spousal support are issues that are addressed in many divorces.  South Carolina family law does not guarantee spousal support or alimony will be ordered. However, the law… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | March 14, 2025 | Family Law

Many people think of annulment as a quick way to end a marriage, but in South Carolina, it is only granted under very specific conditions. Unlike divorce, which legally ends a valid marriage, an annulment effectively declares that a valid marriage never existed. This can have major effects on property division, financial support, and even… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | March 11, 2025 | Child Custody

When a married couple with children goes through a separation or divorce, the child custody rules are pretty straightforward. The best interest of the child is always the deciding factor, and both parents often share custody. However, when an unmarried mother gives birth, the rules are a little different. South Carolina law automatically gives sole… read more

Minor Law Divorce Lawyers | March 6, 2025 | Divorce

Understanding South Carolina divorce laws involves considering legal and personal factors. Minor Law Divorce Lawyers offers skilled legal support for at-fault and no-fault divorces across South Carolina. Their expertise ensures that your rights and interests are safeguarded during the divorce process. Understanding At-Fault vs. No-Fault Divorce South Carolina recognizes both at-fault and no-fault grounds for… read more

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