Emergency hearings allow you to bypass the ordinary court docket when there is an immediate danger of irreparable harm. Expedited hearings are for procedural matters that must be heard before a court date that has already been scheduled. Temporary hearings allow you to resolve issues that cannot wait for a final divorce hearing.
Child Custody
Is It Okay to Date Other People While Separated in SC?
Can you date other people while separated in SC? If you date before a settlement agreement is signed, it can affect alimony and division of property. Even if you date after an agreement is signed, it can affect the court’s child custody decisions.
How Does the COVID-19 Shutdown Affect My Family Court Case?
How does the COVID-19 shutdown affect my family court case?All terms of court in the family court have been canceled until at least May 1, 2020, and it is possible that the shutdown could be extended. When the courts reopen, will there be a flood of rules to show...
Guardian Ad Litem in Horry County Family Court
A guardian ad litem in Horry County Family Court is a person whom the court appoints to represent the best interests of the child. The guardian ad litem investigates and gathers information to present to the court, and may also advocate for the child in court,...
Is Mediation Mandatory in a SC Divorce?
Is mediation mandatory in SC divorce proceedings? What is mediation and how can it benefit me in my divorce case? If mediation is mandatory, who pays for it? Can the court force me to pay for it even if I don't want to do it? I'll discuss these questions below, and,...
How to File for Divorce in SC?
How to file for divorce in SC?First, talk to a divorce lawyer in SC. Below we will go over some general information about how to file for divorce in SC, but none of what you read here is legal advice - your attorney will be able to give you advice about the law as it...
Can a Parent Put Conditions on a Grandparent’s Visits with Their Grandchild?
Can a parent put conditions on a grandparent's visits with their grandchild? There are limited situations when a grandparent can try to force visitation with their grandchild or try to take custody of their grandchild in SC. What if the parent is offering to allow...
Can DSS Take My Children Away Because I Use Marijuana?
Can DSS take my children away because I use marijuana? The short answer is yes... although, like most legal questions, it depends... As a practical matter, DSS will not ordinarily come to your house with a police officer and remove your children from your home because...
What is a Temporary Hearing in SC Family Court?
You've separated from your spouse, and you know that you may be headed for a divorce. Although you've scheduled a meeting with your attorney on the Axelrod team, you may be feeling overwhelmed by questions about who will live in the family home, custody of your...
Your rights as a father could hinge on establishing paternity
As a father, you want to do everything you can to protect your parental rights and shield your relationship with your children. Sometimes, however, a dispute with the mother of your child, a divorce or other complication could threaten your rights. Depending on the...
