When you get married, you likely never imagine that the marriage will end in divorce. However, life happens, and many things can lead to the demise of a marriage. Whether you want to file for divorce or your spouse already has, the most important thing is to seek the right legal guidance and representation.
At Bradley & Perkins, we help people in and around Anderson County through the stressful and often emotional divorce process. We want you to move forward in the best possible position for your post-divorce life, so please seek a consultation with our legal team to learn more today.
Divorce in South Carolina
Each state has its own divorce laws that spouses within the state must follow. In South Carolina, you must state ground for the divorce, and your options include both no-fault and fault-based grounds. The grounds you state will largely map out how your case unfolds, so it is important to carefully consider your grounds with your divorce attorney.
Once a divorce petition is filed, the court requires spouses to resolve several issues. Issues that might be relevant in a divorce case include:
● How will you equitably divide your marital property, assets, and debts?
● How will you divide time and decision-making authority over your children?
● Will one parent pay child support to the other?
● Will one ex-spouse have to pay spousal support (also called alimony) to the other?
Some spouses can resolve these matters out of court with help from their attorneys, while others might need to have the family court intervene and decide the issues for them.
Let Our Anderson County Divorce Lawyers Protect Your Future
If you are considering divorce, you want Bradley & Perkins on your side. We will walk you through every stage of your case while protecting your rights. Contact us to discuss your situation and how we can represent your interests and future.