Burts Turner & Rhodes | 260 N. Church Street | Spartanburg | SC 29306
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Family Law (Divorce & Custody)

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Family Lawyers for Divorce in Spartanburg

Not all attorneys represent clients in Family Court. When you are faced with situations involving family matters, you need the advice of an attorney who has experience with these issues.  Some of these situations include:

• Child custody    • Separation & Divorce    • Alimony and spousal support
• Child support • Visitation rights  • Division of property and assets
• Paternity • Orders of Protection • Name changes
• Visitation Rights

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A consultation fee applies to all other matters.
When marriages come to an end, the stresses and emotions are painful and devastating. Those faced with this situation have many worries and questions, to include:
 
• Finances • Living space • The division of land and personal property
• Effects on retirement • Custody and visitation of children  • The division of debts




Ending a marriage is difficult.  There are hard decisions that must be made, and you need the guidance of an experienced family law attorney who can help you make decisions.  You also need someone who can listen to you and serve as your advocate.
 
It is always best to attempt a peaceful resolution, but because of the emotions and tensions associated with Family Court cases, this is oftentimes not possible. In these situations, we are ready to take your case to trial and allow a judge to decide what is fair and reasonable.
 
Our firm has been handling family court matters for decades. We represent clients through the trial court stage, and we have appealed many Family Court decisions to the Court of Appeals and the South Carolina Supreme Court. We have also been responsible for appealing cases that have resulted in changes to our laws.


What is Family Law?
Family law is a complex legal discipline focused on resolving disputes and legal issues arising within family relationships. This field, often referred to as domestic relations law, encompasses a range of sensitive issues, including the dissolution of marriage (divorce), parental rights and responsibilities (custody and visitation), and financial support obligations (alimony and child support). Family law is inextricably linked to the emotional complexities of personal life and requires a unique balance between legal acumen and compassionate client counsel. Family law is primarily governed by state statutes, but constitutional principles—particularly the rights to a fair trial and equal treatment—also play an important role. In cases involving minors, the best interests of the child are a universal guiding principle. Family law attorneys also draft and negotiate prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and handle adoptions and protective orders. This field also overlaps with other areas, such as property law (involving property division) and tort law (involving domestic violence cases).

  • Academic Resource: The American Bar Association's Family Law Section offers a wealth of resources, including academic journals and family law reviews from all 50 states. ABA Family Law Resources

Family law matters can be emotionally challenging and complex. At Burts Turner & Rhodes in Spartanburg, we provide compassionate and effective legal representation to individuals facing family law issues. Our family lawyers are committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcome, whether your case involves divorce, child custody, visitation, or child support.

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