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(864) 582-0416 (864) 582-0416 Facing the breakdown of your family in South Carolina is perhaps one of the most difficult experiences you may have to deal with. You are overwhelmed with emotion and confused by the complexities of the process. Even when you know the decision to part ways is right, the emotional wounds you face may be difficult to handle.
To add more anguish to an already challenging situation, you must consider dividing up your property, who will get custody of your children, the rights to marital assets, and more. When this happens, having the support of a Spartanburg family lawyer to strengthen your voice can make this process easier. Reach out today to discuss your situation with one of our dedicated attorneys.
Each divorce and custody battle in Spartanburg is different. Sometimes they are contested, while other times they are not. Regardless of where you are in the process or the difficulty of your situation, having an attorney from Holland & Usry on your side to be your voice can help.
From start to finish, we offer you compassionate legal guidance to help you navigate this difficult experience. Here are a few of the ways we can help your family find a fair resolution:
In South Carolina, you must meet one of the five grounds for divorce. To obtain a no-fault divorce, you must live apart from your spouse continuously for one year. The waiting period for fault-based divorces, such as when your spouse commits adultery, uses drugs, or is physically abusive, is generally 90 days (although in practice it takes longer to get through the system if your case is contested). If there is no ground for divorce available to you, you may seek a decree of separate maintenance after physically separating from your spouse.
Annulments are very rare and a little bit trickier. We will work with you to find the right grounds for divorce or annulment and help you start the process of filing a lawsuit to request the divorce.
Many people are confused about the laws for alimony or spousal support. This can be a very difficult thing to negotiate and often requires the help of a skilled attorney. We can be your voice.
To be awarded alimony, the judge will consider the length of the marriage, income of the parties, ability and need, as well as many other factors. We will work with you to determine if you have a viable alimony claim and if so, present to the court the evidence and other information on the alimony factors that are most likely to benefit you, including both parties’ employability, ages, income levels, and whether your spouse is purposely underemployed or unemployed.
Dividing your assets can be a painful and difficult experience. With our help, you will know what you are legally entitled to. We will also work on your behalf to put you in the best position we can to get what is fair and just for your situation.
South Carolina courts equitably divide marital property, taking into account many factors such as the length of the marriage and the contributions of the spouses. This means property may not be divided equally, and we will advocate on your behalf to put you in the best position we can to get a fair and just award of the assets based on your circumstances.
Regardless of whether or not you’ve been married, the Family Court will determine what is best for your children when it comes to custody. We can be your voice, stating why you are the best parent to care for your children, in an effort to give you the custody arrangement you want for your family.
We show how your stability and involvement with your children benefit them. The courts may award sole custody to one parent, generally with visitation rights to the other, or joint custody in which responsibilities are shared by the parents, usually with one parent identified as the primary custodian.
Visitation is another matter that rests on what is best for the children. We will help you find the most fair and just solution to your visitation battle.
Sometimes, a Family Court Order can be modified due to a change in circumstances. This can be a difficult process. With our help, we can guide you through the modification process.
The adoption process is lengthy and difficult. We will guide you through the process in an effort to help you achieve your goal.
Family law is complex. The results of a divorce and custody case are significant and, in certain aspects related to divorce, permanent. The effect of these rulings changes lives. There often isn’t a second bite at the apple.
In addition to divorce and child custody, a Spartaburg family law attorney from Holland & Usry can help you negotiate prenuptial or antenuptial agreements, assist you in establishing a baby’s paternity to collect child support, and assist you in preventing an abusive spouse from contacting you. We will draft and file all customary documents and represent you before a judge to help protect your rights.
You have an advocate in us! The team at Holland & Usry knows how heartbreaking family matters can be. With a Spartanburg family lawyer as your voice, you can get the comfort and legal guidance you need to help you obtain the best resolution to your case possible.
Let us help you through this difficult time. Call toll free at (864) 727-7640 to talk to our sympathetic family lawyers in Spartanburg about your needs. Our office is located at 101 W. St. John St., Suite 206, Spartanburg, SC 29306.
