by Seaton, Duncan, & Holmes | Aug 10, 2026 | Divorce, Family Law
One of the first questions people ask when considering divorce is, “How long will this take?” The honest answer is that the South Carolina divorce timeline depends on the legal ground for divorce, whether the spouses agree on important issues, and how quickly the...
by Seaton, Duncan, & Holmes | Jun 14, 2025 | Divorce, Family Law
Life changes—and sometimes, so must your custody arrangement. If you have a child custody order in place in South Carolina, but your family’s circumstances have changed significantly, you may be eligible to request a modification. However, the court will not grant a...
by Seaton, Duncan, & Holmes | Jun 14, 2025 | Divorce, Family Law
When a couple goes through a divorce in South Carolina, dividing marital assets can become especially complicated if one or both spouses own a business. Whether it’s a family-owned business, a professional practice, or a closely held company, determining how to...
by Seaton, Duncan, & Holmes | Sep 11, 2024 | Divorce, Family Law
When a marriage reaches a difficult point, some couples consider legal separation as an alternative to divorce. In South Carolina, the concept of “legal separation” is often misunderstood because the State does not officially recognize it in the same way...
by Seaton, Duncan, & Holmes | May 14, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law
Can you date while getting a divorce in South Carolina? Although some websites say, “no – you cannot date while you are separated,” it’s not that simple. Dating while you are getting a divorce can hurt your case, but South Carolina law also allows you to see other...
by Seaton, Duncan, & Holmes | Apr 20, 2022 | Divorce, Family Law
What should you expect at your final divorce hearing in an uncontested divorce, and what can you do to make the process go as smoothly as possible? In this article, we will hopefully set your mind at ease by covering the basics of uncontested final divorce hearings,...
