Author Archives: Harden Law
6 Things to Look For when Searching for a Family Law Mediator
When you are faced with complex family legal issues, such as divorce, child custody disputes, and/or property division, choosing the right family law mediator is crucial. A skilled mediator can help you navigate these emotionally charged circumstances more easily and …
What Happens in a Divorce Trial & When You Need One
Divorce is often a challenging and emotional process that can leave couples at odds with each other. Yet, through the divorce proceedings, both parties need to come to agreements on a variety of issues. While many divorces in South Carolina …
Prepare for Your Mediation with this Child Custody Mediation Checklist
Throughout the divorce process and in the years following, child custody is usually one of the most contentious issues that arise. Child custody disputes can be emotionally challenging and complex, often leaving families overwhelmed and resentful. Having a Child Custody …
All You Need to Know About Divorce By Default
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, often requiring both parties to actively participate in the divorce proceedings. However, there are instances where one spouse may not want the divorce, and refuse to cooperate with the process, or …
The Differences Between Fault and No Fault Divorce in SC
As you go through the often painful and emotionally taxing process of divorce, you will need to identify the reasoning behind it before a judge can officially dissolve your marriage. In South Carolina, like many other states, there are two types …
Know the Difference: Mediation vs Arbitration
Divorce can be a painful and difficult process for everyone involved, and couples who decide to end their marriage often find themselves facing a mountain of decisions to be made. There is the division of property and assets, custody of …
How To Prepare For A Custody Hearing: All You Need To Know
In situations in which parents cannot agree on a parenting plan, they must participate in a child custody hearing. Preparing for a custody hearing can feel frightening and overwhelming at first, given the weight of the judge’s decision. However, by …
What To Do If A Co-Parent Needs to Leave the State
Even though joint custody arrangements are the obvious preference of courts and most parents,these arrangements can be a challenging experience. What can make them even morechallenging, however, is when one parent needs to move their residence out of state. In …
3 Reasons to Consider Marriage Counseling Prior to Divorce
Surprisingly few couples seek out marriage counseling prior to filing for divorce. However, the vast majority of couples who do participate in counseling claim it was in some way beneficial to the relationship. The hesitation? Many people believe marriage counseling …
How Digital Presence Can Impact a Divorce
As social media continually increases its role in our day-to-day lives, we are reminded to watch what we post. Charged words against a group of people could result in job loss while pictures from weekend antics could come up in …