Spartanburg Family Law Attorneys

While family law matters may fall under the umbrella of civil law, these cases are not like other civil law cases. Family legal matters are often intensely personal, emotional, and have outcomes with consequences that can be long-lasting and impactful. As such, when you are navigating this type of issue, not only do you need to work with an attorney who will put your best interests first and who knows what it takes to secure a favorable case outcome, but also an attorney who will approach your case both delicately and aggressively. At the office of the Nowell Law Firm, our South Carolina family law lawyers know how much is on the line. Our team is here to serve you and can advise you in issues related to this area of the law. 

Our Family Law Practice Areas 

There are numerous family legal issues that may require the help of a court of law to resolve. Our attorneys have worked with families like yours for years and have experience in the following family law practices areas:

• QDRO (Qualified Domestic Relations Orders). These are decrees that help a divorcing couple navigate through the distribution of retirement accounts.
• While thinking about divorce can be uncomfortable or even painful, a significant percentage of couples will have to go through this process. If divorce is on the horizon for you and your spouse, our law firm can help you to navigate the complexities of this process.

• Child custody. Whether you are or were ever married or not, if you and your child’s other parent are not living together, legal custody of your child may be a pressing issue. Our lawyers can help you to understand child custody laws and improve your chances of securing a favorable case outcome.

• Post-divorce modifications. There are many things that may change in the years after a divorce settlement and a judgment regarding alimony and child support are issued. If you need to modify your divorce settlement, our lawyers can handle the legal elements on your behalf.

• Spousal maintenance/alimony. Spousal maintenance, also called alimony, is a common part of divorce settlements in South Carolina. Whether you are requesting alimony or are being asked to pay alimony as part of your divorce, our lawyers can provide representation and guidance.

• Child support. When one parent has custody of a child, the other parent will be asked to pay child support. How this amount is set and whether or not it can change with time can be confusing for parents – let our lawyers assist you.

• Domestic violence protection orders. For victims of domestic violence, orders of protection are available. The Nowell Law Firm can help you to secure an order of protection, enforce an order of protection, and take the next steps, such as securing custody of your children or filing for divorce.

• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements. For many couples who are about to embark on the journey of marriage, forming a prenuptial agreement can offer peace of mind, security, and comfort. Our lawyers draft pre- and post-nuptial agreements for couples who want to mitigate the burden of determining such issues in the event of divorce or separation.

• In order for a father to have any parental rights pertaining to their child, as well as in order for a mother to ask a father to pay child support benefits, paternity must be established. Our lawyers can assist you in navigating a paternity case.
• Name Changes. This is a common and traditional item that couples go through when marrying and divorcing.

How Our Family Law Attorneys Will Assist You 

The job of our family law attorneys is to provide you with consistent, trustworthy representation and support as you navigate your family legal matter. This means:

• Explaining to you all of the laws related to your issue, as well as any obligations and rights that you have per the law;
• Advising you of your options and potential courses of actions;
• Guiding you through alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediated sessions with the other party;
• Drafting or/and reviewing any settlement agreements;
• Collecting, filling out, organizing, and filing any legal documents related to your case;
• Investigating your family law matter and gathering evidence to support your side;
• Representing you in in-court appearances and litigation should it be required.

Working with an attorney if you are involved in a family law case is incredibly important. When you choose not to work with a lawyer, you put your future at risk. You can almost guarantee that the other party involved does have a lawyer who will be actively trying to make sure that you don’t get what you want. Even the playing field by calling someone who’s working just as actively to protect you.

Our promise to you

When you choose our law firm, we promise that we will be accessible and available throughout the process – we know how important this matter is to you, and we will approach your case as if we were helping a member of our own family. We will also provide you with seasoned, experienced, and knowledgeable legal services – we pride ourselves on continuing education and staying abreast of relevant laws and cases. What’s more, throughout the entire process, we will put you first.

While our goal is to settle cases expeditiously and in the way that is most cost-effective for our clients, we never compromise our work ethic or integrity in doing this. Indeed, we will do whatever it takes to secure the best possible outcome in your case.

Other Areas Our Experienced South Carolina Family Law Attorneys Serve

Landrum

Greer

Boiling Springs

Wellford

Schedule a Consultation with Our South Carolina Family Law Lawyers Today 

Whether you’re getting a divorce, have questions about child custody, want to open a paternity case, are a victim of domestic violence, or have another question or family legal matter, please call the experienced South Carolina attorneys at the Nowell Law Firm for your initial consultation and more information about how we can help. You can schedule an appointment by walking into our office, sending us a confidential message digitally, or calling our office at (864) 707-1785. We also help with division of assets.