No parent is perfect. As a divorce attorney and father, I know first-hand how hard it is being a parent. So, how do we as parents positively influence their behavior? The few points I’ve listed below are not me preaching to you; in fact, you probably have thought about all of these. However, what I’ve […]
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In South Carolina, the judge must first determine what is in the child’s best interest when deciding which party will have custody. In determining what is in the child’s best interest, the court can look at: the temperament and developmental needs of the child; the capacity and the disposition of the parents to understand and
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Generally, your South Carolina custody order will be recognized in most states. However, if you plan on moving, you need to first speak with an attorney to discuss your move, so he can tell you what you need to be careful about and consider before moving. Of course, every case has different facts which will
A “de facto custodian” usually means a person who has been shown by clear and convincing evidence to have been the primary caregiver for and financial supporter of a child who has (1) has resided with the person for a period of six months or more if the child is under three years of age;
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The requirement of the presentation of a parenting plan in South Carolina Family Court is relatively new. Although parenting plans are required to be submitted at all temporary hearings, the law doesn’t specifically require that a parenting plan be submitted at the final hearing. Nevertheless, the law does require that the court consider each party’s
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In South Carolina, the term “Joint custody” means both parents have equal rights and responsibilities for major decisions concerning the child, including the child’s education, medical and dental care, extracurricular activities, and religious training; however, a judge may designate one parent to have sole authority to make specific, identified decisions while both parents retain equal
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In South Carolina, the term “Sole custody” means a person, including, but not limited to, a parent who has temporary or permanent custody of a child and, unless otherwise provided for by court order, the rights and responsibilities for major decisions concerning the child, including the child’s education, medical and dental care, extracurricular activities, and
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Yes. In certain circumstances, South Carolina can enforce another state’s custody or visitation order. Of course, every case has different facts which will affect how a judge will decide a case. The best course to take is to schedule an appointment with an attorney to discuss all of your facts, so you will have a better
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Just because someone has been convicted of domestic abuse or domestic violence does not mean they cannot visit their child. In fact, South Carolina law allows a family court judge to award visitation to someone who has been found guilty in general sessions, magistrates, municipal, or family court to have committed domestic violence. However, the
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