What is a QDRO?
QDRO stands for Qualified Domestic Relations Order. The most common use of a QDRO is in setting marital agreements regarding the division of a spouse’s
Prenuptial Agreements: A wise idea to be entered into wisely
Prenuptial agreements are not on the minds of most cupid-stricken engaged couples. To most soon-to-be-wed, the notion of divorce is about the farthest thing from
The Uniform Deployed Parents Custody and Visitation Act
In previous blogs, I’ve discussed military divorce and deployment issues. Moreover, it affects custody and visitation. This discussion will supplement those blogs. Moreover, it provides
Divorced Parents and College Expenses: Who is Obligated to Help Pay?
Until recent years, the South Carolina Supreme Court’s position was that it was unconstitutional for a court of this state to require a divorced parent
Imputed Income in Child Support Cases
All parents have a duty to support their children, both financially and emotionally. When parents of children are no longer married to one another. Then,
Tips for Stress-Free Holiday Visitation Schedules
With the Christmas and holiday season upon us, it’s important for parents to be aware of their court-ordered holiday visitation schedules. Most visitation schedules change
Retirement and Alimony – Do I Still Have to Pay?
When can I retire? Is there a golden retirement age related to alimony modification or termination? Some courts have set the age of 65 as
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
