When a family legal matter disrupts your life in Newberry County, you need attorneys who understand both the law and the local court system. Our family law attorneys at Laubshire Law Firm provide practical, committed representation for clients in Newberry, Whitmire, and the surrounding communities through divorce, custody, support, and domestic violence matters.
Divorce
Whether you are filing for divorce or responding to a petition, South Carolina law requires that property division, custody, support, and alimony be resolved before a final decree is issued. Our attorneys guide clients through every step, protecting their interests from the initial filing through final resolution. South Carolina law recognizes both no-fault divorce after one year of continuous separation and fault-based grounds, including adultery, physical cruelty, habitual drunkenness, and desertion.
Property Division
South Carolina follows an equitable distribution model, meaning marital property is divided fairly but not necessarily equally. Our attorneys identify and value all marital assets and debts, including the marital home, retirement accounts, business interests, vehicles, and outstanding liabilities. We argue for an outcome that reflects your actual contributions to marriage.
Child Custody, Visitation, and Support
Our attorneys handle all aspects of child-related legal matters in Newberry County Family Court:
- Custody: Establishes which parent makes major decisions and where the child primarily lives.
- Visitation: Sets a schedule for the noncustodial parent to spend regular, meaningful time with the child.
- Child support: Calculated under South Carolina’s income shares model, accounting for both parents’ earnings and the child’s specific needs.
- Modifications: Available when a significant change in circumstances warrants an adjustment to an existing order.
Domestic Violence
If a family or household member is threatening your safety or the safety of your children, South Carolina courts can issue Orders of Protection that restrict the abuser’s contact, address temporary custody of minor children, and grant exclusive use of the shared residence. Our attorneys can help you petition the court quickly when time matters most.
Why Our Family Law Attorneys in Newberry County?
Newberry County has its own family court docket, and navigating it well requires local familiarity alongside strong legal preparation. Our attorneys are former police officers and a former prosecutor, and they understand how to build a compelling case and present it clearly before a judge. With more than 12 years of combined experience in South Carolina family law, we bring both skill and perspective to the matters that affect your family most.
Contact Our Newberry County Family Law Attorneys
Is a custody dispute, divorce, or domestic violence situation keeping you up at night? Call Laubshire Law Firm at 803-708-4755 or complete our online contact form to schedule a consultation with our family law attorneys serving Newberry County.
