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Family Law matters, and our experienced team of family law attorneys in Beaufort, SC is here to help protect you and your family. Whether they involve matrimonial law, domestic relations, or disputes, these issues disrupt the everyday life of ordinary people, like you. At Harvey & Battey, you can rest assured that your concerns will be handled with care and in the strictest confidence by Sam Scoville and his staff in the following areas:
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Contact our team of trusted family law attorneys to schedule your initial consultation. During this consultation, Sam Scoville will take the opportunity to determine your basic legal needs, to provide you with general knowledge about the law affecting your specific situation, and to explain your available options.
Common Family Law Questions:
Q: What are the reasons for divorce in South Carolina?
A: The five grounds for divorce in SC are: adultery, physical cruelty, habitual drunkenness, desertion, and one-year’s continuous separation. You can learn more about divorce related law information here.
Q: How can a family law attorney help with child custody and support?
A: Hiring a family law attorney for any custody agreement will help make the process as smooth as possible for all involved, as well as help provide peace of mind in otherwise stressful circumstances. Your child custody and support case is unique, so working with an attorney who is experienced in child custody and support arrangements can give you clarity about the situation and help you understand your own rights and responsibilities, as well as the rights of your child. You can learn more info on the South Carolina laws surrounding child custody here.
Q: How does alimony work in South Carolina?
A: A judge will determine if a spouse will be required to pay alimony based on several factors, including length of the marriage, age and health of spouses, education levels and work history of spouses, and the grounds for the divorce. Our attorneys at Harvey & Battey may be able to help you obtain temporary or permanent alimony if your soon-to-be former spouse earns a substantially higher income than you do. You can learn more about alimony and spousal support laws in South Carolina here.
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Family Law Articles
Prenuptial Agreement Pros and Cons in SC: What to Know Before Seeking a Lawyer
Planning for your marriage brings joy, excitement, and anticipation for the future. While few couples enter a union expecting divorce or death, it is wise to think ahead about legal protections. In South Carolina, a prenuptial agreement can provide clarity, safeguard...
What You Should Know About Prenuptial Agreements in South Carolina
Today we often see high divorce rates and complicated family structures that are causing more and more individuals to turn to prenuptial agreements to define expectations and protect themselves from family law issues. Although not many enter a marriage planning for...
Understanding South Carolina Child Custody Laws: Types, Rights, and More
There are many details parents should know about South Carolina child custody laws. Learn the main child custody types, rights and more from Harvey & Battey.