I meet with people who have recently been served with divorce papers. Many times, included in this paperwork is a Motion and Notice of Temporary Hearing. This causes many questions because the Motion seems to ask for the same relief that is requested in the Complaint. So what is a temporary hearing? A temporary hearing…
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What Do You Do When You are Served Divorce Papers in South Carolina
So you have been served with divorce papers by your spouse? First, let’s define what “being served” really means. When you are served, your spouse has had someone deliver the papers to you. South Carolina laws prevent your spouse or his/her attorney from being the people that actually serve you and Rule 4 of the…
What Happens after my Temporary Hearing?
So you’ve made it through the temporary hearing in your divorce case. Maybe that turned out great for you. Perhaps the temporary hearing was a disaster. You may be extremely happy, or you could be pretty scared and depressed. As an attorney, I’ve been on both sides. So what happens after your temporary hearing? Well,…