Name Change Series, Part Two: Legal Name Change for an Adult
In an earlier blog discussion, I addressed the issue of legally changing a minor child’s name. As Part Two of the Name Change Series, this
Name Change Series, Part One: Legal Name Change for a Minor Child
Do you want to change your child’s last name? There are several common reasons parents may seek, on behalf of their child, for the child’s
Revocation by Divorce
In 2013, the State Legislature amended South Carolina Probate Code Section 62-2-507. Also known as the ‘revocation by divorce statute’. Section 62-2-507 revokes a testator’s will
Marital Debt
In an earlier blog about marital property, I mentioned that South Carolina is an equitable apportionment/distribution state. However, before the distribution takes place, marital assets,
Cohabitation and Alimony: Reviewing McKinney v. Pedery
A recent ruling by the South Carolina Supreme Court reversed and remanded the lower courts’ decisions to terminate spousal support based on the other spouse
South Carolina Court of Appeals Raises the Roof
Two parties have returned, yet again, before the South Carolina Court of Appeals regarding a hotly debated topic in many marital litigations: alimony. Roof v.
What’s in the Best Interest of the Child?
Even if you have never been involved in a child custody dispute, you have probably heard the phrase, “What’s in the best interest of the
Determining Alimony in S.C. – When and How Much?
Unlike child support calculations, which generally follow the Department of Social Services Guidelines and the nifty Child Support Calculator attendant (see my earlier blog regarding
How Does a Lawyer Help Me Sell My House?
Selling your home is one of the biggest financial endeavors you’ll ever undertake. Your home is most likely the largest investment you’ll ever make and
Finding YOUR Real Estate Lawyer
The state of South Carolina requires you to use a real estate lawyer when buying or selling a house. As discussed earlier, YOUR real estate
