Divorce

Charleston Divorce Lawyer

Experiencing a divorce can be one of the single most stressful times in your life. However, with help from the right attorney, it can be a time when your future is clearly outlined and your rights are well represented. At the law office of Shelly Leeke, LLC, Attorneys at Law, we encourage attorney-client interaction. We do this to understand the needs of our clients and understand their hopes for life after the divorce process.

Would you like to arrange a free consultation to discuss your divorce questions? We encourage you to call our 24 hour toll free phone line at 877-216-6723 to arrange your free consultation. You may also fill out a contact form and someone from our firm will be in touch with you promptly.

Grounds for divorce in South Carolina

In South Carolina, one of the following situations must be established for grounds for divorce to be established:

• 1 year legal separation
• Habitual drunkenness or drug use
• Physical cruelty
• Abandonment or desertion
• Adultery

Our firm provides representation for people who are interested in separation agreements. These agreements provide essentially the same decisions as a divorce decree and include issues such as the following:

• Property division
• Child support
• Spousal support (alimony)

Contested and uncontested divorce

Depending on your situation and the type of relationship you have with the other party, the divorce may be contested or uncontested. A contested divorce occurs when the parties do not agree on a variety of issues such as getting divorced, property division, child support, custody and other issues. In an uncontested divorce, the parties can come to an agreement on these issues and the process is generally faster and less of a financial burden. Our firm represents clients in both contested and uncontested divorce. We understand that even an uncontested divorce can be emotional. We are here to help you and to protect your rights. Contact us to arrange your consultation.