Category Archives: Family Law

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  How to Protect Your Assets During a Divorce in South Carolina

  • February 6th, 2026
  • Family Law

  Divorce can be emotionally overwhelming and financially complex, especially when significant assets, real estate, or business interests are involved. If you are considering divorce in Greenville, South Carolina, understanding how to protect your assets early can help safeguard your financial future. South Carolina divorce laws are specific, and mistakes made early in the process can be difficult or impossible to undo...

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  The Step-by-Step Process of Divorce in South Carolina—and How Long It Really Takes

  • October 29th, 2025
  • Family Law

  Divorce is never easy, but understanding the process can make it far less overwhelming. In South Carolina, specific legal steps and timelines determine how long it takes to finalize a divorce. Whether your case is uncontested or highly contested, knowing what to expect helps you plan ahead with confidence. 1. Meeting the Residency Requirements Before filing for divorce in South Carolina, at least one spouse must meet ...

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  How Child Custody Works in South Carolina

  • October 29th, 2025
  • Family Law

  When parents separate or divorce, one of the most important—and emotional—questions is who will have custody of the children. In South Carolina, custody decisions are made with one goal in mind: the best interests of the child. Types of Custody in South Carolina South Carolina law recognizes two types of custody: Legal Custody: The right to make major decisions about a child’s upbringing, such as education,...

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  Divorce as a Stay-at-Home Parent in Greenville, SC: Protecting Your Future

  • August 29th, 2025
  • Family Law, News

  Going through a divorce is never easy, but if you’ve been a stay-at-home parent without a personal income, the process can feel even more overwhelming. Many parents in this position worry about financial security, custody of their children, and how to rebuild their lives after the marriage ends. At The Miller Law Firm, PA, we understand these challenges and are here to help you protect your rights and plan for your fu...

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  How to Divorce a Narcissist: Protecting Yourself and Taking the Right Legal Steps

  • July 29th, 2025
  • Family Law

  Divorcing a narcissist is not like any ordinary divorce. It often involves high conflict, emotional manipulation, and prolonged battles over control—especially when children or finances are involved. At The Miller Law Firm, P.A., based in Greer, SC, we regularly help clients throughout the Greenville area navigate the complexities of divorcing a narcissistic spouse with clarity, strength, and strategy. If you belie...

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  Do You Really Want Your Day in Court? By Danielle Stubbs

  • November 18th, 2022
  • Business Law, Family Law, Office Information, Personal Injury

  When people feel as if they’ve been wronged, either by a spouse, business partner, party to a contract, or any other individual whose dealings can impact their daily life, it can be easy to form the mentality of wanting to take that person for “all they’re worth.” A common phrase we hear regarding this mentality is, “I want my day in court!” While trial is sometimes unavoidable, it is most often...

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  Help! I’ve Been Served! – What to do After Being Served with Legal Pleadings

  • October 3rd, 2022
  • Business Law, Corporate, Family Law, Personal Injury, Probate Administration

  By Danielle Stubbs and Melissa Miller We’ve all seen movies where someone hears the three dreaded words - “You’ve been served.”  Although often not as dramatic as Hollywood would make it seem, being served with legal documents can cause a world of stress and confusion - especially when it’s unexpected. However, there are some things that you can do to save yourself trouble down the road: Breathe ...

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  The ABCs of ADR by Danielle Stubbs

  • September 9th, 2022
  • Family Law, Personal Injury

  Alternative Dispute Resolution, also known by the acronym “ADR,” is one of the most common ways that parties resolve issues in the South Carolina legal system. In some cases, parties are required to go through ADR before being able to go to trial (See Rule 3 of the South Carolina ADR Court Rules for full rule and exceptions). In other instances, judges may use their discretion to order parties to go through ADR, as...

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  Laundry Never Ends…And Other Love Stories for Working Families Post Pandemic…

  • August 21st, 2022
  • Family Law

  As I ponder the start of another school year and all of the excitement and uncertainty it brings, I am reminded that some things are always certain for a mom:  Death, Taxes and…well…laundry.  While some mothers may attack a pile of freshly laundered clothes swimming in fresh fabric softener with giddy optimism, I approach the dryer with the same sense of dread and fear I would approach an unwanted househo...

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  Kelly Clarkson, Alimony and What Every Breadwinning Woman Should Know

  • March 22nd, 2022
  • Family Law

  One of the most uncomfortable tasks I have as a family law attorney is breaking it to a client that they will be paying alimony. Usually, men expect to have to pay it, even in cases where they make less than their wives.  In those cases, they are often pleasantly surprised to learn that they may be receiving rather than paying it. However, in cases where the wife makes more than the husband - well that’s usually...

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