Types of Divorce in South Carolina

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At The Bleecker Law Firm, LLC, our divorce lawyers in Charleston recognize that every couple faces unique issues in their divorce. While some situations are highly emotional and contentious, many can be resolved through cooperative efforts with less stress—and less expense. We give each case the personal attention needed to identify the type of divorce that achieves a fair settlement with undue stress or expense.

Uncontested divorce

When couples are in full or even partial agreement on the terms of their divorce, a Charleston uncontested divorce can be a good solution.  This type of divorce generally involves using a form of mediation to come to agreement prior to taking the case to court.  By reducing the courtroom process to a basic administrative procedure where the judge simply reviews the terms prior to approval, both court costs and stress levels are reduced—and the children are likely to benefit from the ability of the parents to work as a team throughout any type of uncontested divorce.

Contested divorce

Unfortunately, not all couples are able to reach basic agreement to the terms of their divorce. These couples need a contested divorce. In South Carolina, a contested divorce requires that both parties go to court to allow a judge to make the decisions required to allow them to begin separate lives. After hearing arguments and reviewing evidence and other information, the judge uses state guidelines to arrive at terms that are in the best interests of the children, and then are as equitable as possible for both spouses.

Contact The Bleecker Law Firm, LLC today to discuss your family law, divorce, mediation, child custody and related probate litigation questions. Our lawyers assist clients in Charleston and throughout South Carolina.  Our law firm practices in all South Carolina family courts.