Previously I have written about what to expect at a temporary hearing in a divorce or custody case (here and here) and I recently received a question about what happens after the temporary hearing. Let’s review just a bit: At a temporary hearing, the judge is going to make a ruling that will govern the…
Category Archives: Family Law 101
Top 10 Posts of January 2011
Can you believe that January is already gone? Where is this year going? The readership of the blog continues to grow, so if you have any questions you would like to see answered on the blog, please don’t hesitate to contact me or post a comment to this post! In any event, here are the…
Happy New Year! Top Posts for 2010
I hope everyone has a Happy New Year! I’m very excited about what 2011 is going to bring to my law practice and life – but I know that no matter what new things may come along I will still be helping people through my practice. I have some big plans for the blog including…
Should I Consider Filing for a “Legal Separation”
When you and your spouse have separated with the intention of getting a divorce you have 2 general options when filing depending on the circumstances of your case. First, you could file for divorce. South Carolina has five grounds for divorce – four fault-based grounds (physical cruelty, habitual drunkenness, adultery and abandonment) and one no-fault…
Your Favorite Posts for November 2010
Based on my Google Analytics reports, these are the top 10 most visited posts of November 2010 for UpstateFamilyLawBlog.com: What Happens if DSS Takes Your Children How Long Does it Take to Get an Uncontested Divorce in South Carolina? Is Your Facebook Page Being Used Against You in Your Divorce Case? Do I Have to…