Family Law

Uncontested Divorces in South Carolina

By Ben Stevens

What is an "uncontested" divorce?  This term can mean different things to different people, but typically it refers to a case in which the parties are not fighting over any issues.  In other words, they have already lived apart for over one year and they agree on the following issues: division of the marital assets and debts; child custody, visitation, and support; and alimony.  

If all of those elements are present, then the parties truly have an "uncontested" divorce.  If not, then their case can range from slightly contested to very contested, depending on which issues they are fighting over and how reasonable / unreasonable each party wants to be.  If you are facing a divorce, your best step is to consult an experienced family law attorney as soon as possible to find out your options and the best course of action for your particular case.

Full post as published by SC Family Law Blog on September 02, 2009 (boomark / email).