What Authority and Duties Do Personal Representatives Have in South Carolina?
When a person dies in South Carolina, someone must take responsibility for managing his or her final affairs. That person is the deceased’s “personal representative.” A personal representative may be designated in the deceased’s will; [...]
What Do You Need to Know About Special Referees in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, certain types of circuit court cases are not decided by a judge. Instead, these cases are referred to a master-in-equity, who “is entitled to all the benefits and subject to all the [...]
Testate vs. Intestate Estates: Why You Need a Will in South Carolina
While there are numerous reasons to prepare an estate plan, one of the simplest and most-important reasons is to make sure that you do not leave behind an “intestate estate.” To die intestate means to [...]
A Primer on Title to Real Estate in South Carolina
Owning real estate in South Carolina comes with privileges and responsibilities. For many people, it comes with questions as well. For example, many people have questions about what it means to hold “title” to a [...]
What You Need to Know About Special Referees in South Carolina
In South Carolina, certain types of circuit court cases are not decided by a judge. Instead, these cases are referred to a master-in-equity, who “is entitled to all the benefits and subject to all the [...]
Understanding Charging Orders Under South Carolina Law
Suppose you secure a judgment in court, and the defendant (who is now your “judgment debtor”) refuses to pay. In most cases, enforcing a judgment involves garnishing an individual judgment debtor’s wages or salary, securing [...]