Aug 2, 2026 | Probate and Estates
When someone dies without a will in South Carolina, their family is often left with two heavy burdens at once: grief and paperwork. The legal term for dying without a valid will is dying “intestate.” In that situation, the person’s assets do not automatically go...
Aug 2, 2026 | Business Law and Litigation, Civil Litigation, Probate and Estates
When a disagreement turns into a serious civil dispute, one of the first questions people ask is, “Do we have to go to court?” The answer is often: not necessarily. In South Carolina civil litigation, mediation and court both play important roles. The better path...
Apr 14, 2026 | Business Law and Litigation, Civil Litigation, Probate and Estates, Slip and Fall, Trampoline Parks, Victim's Rights, Wrongful Death
Thinking about filing a civil lawsuit in South Carolina can feel like choosing between “stand up for yourself” and “why did I just sign up for years of stress?” The truth is: suing can be the right move—or it can drain time, money, and energy without getting you what...
Jan 13, 2023 | Probate and Estates
Do you need a probate attorney? When your parent, spouse, or other loved one has passed away, and you find yourself in charge of handling their estate as executor or personal representative, it is overwhelming. I’ve been there, and I know. Your probate lawyer at...
Jan 6, 2023 | Probate and Estates
What is a healthcare power of attorney and why do you need one? A power of attorney is a legal document that allows another person to make important decisions on your behalf. There are different types of powers of attorney used for different purposes depending on...
Dec 15, 2022 | Probate and Estates
A durable power of attorney, sometimes referred to as a “financial power of attorney,” is when a principal gives authority to an agent to handle their affairs including their financial affairs. Powers of attorney are not just for the elderly, although they can be...
