How will the court divide property and debts?
South Carolina law requires that the marital estate (property and debts) be divided equitably or fairly. That does not always mean equally. Among the factors to be considered by the court are marital misconduct (adultery, etc), earning potential of each party, health of each party, non-marital property of each party, alimony, child custody and support, other support obligations of the parties, and the tax consequences of the division. The information presented in this article is a general guide and is not legal advice. Every situation is different. Consult with your attorney as soon as possible before taking any action.
