Lowcountry Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Serving Summerville, Charleston, and the surrounding areas
Certified South Carolina Family Court Mediation
Our Summerville law office is devoted entirely and exclusively to family law issues. Whether you are experiencing a painful divorce, a complex custody dispute, or simply want to resolve your problems in a fair and amicable way, we can help. We pride ourselves on providing effective, efficient, compassionate divorce and family law services to the Charleston area. Choosing an experienced, invested divorce attorney can be one of the best choices you make for your family's future.
If you are visiting our website, you are likely hurt, confused, angry, or just looking for a solution to a complicated problem. You are not alone and we can help. Let us be your dedicated, determined Summerville divorce team.
Our office focuses only on divorce and family law issues. Because no two family situations are exactly alike, our South Carolina family law counsel offers personalized, solutions-focused legal services designed to address clients' unique concerns. We strive to provide every client with zealous representation, as well as candid, but compassionate advice in a non-judgmental atmosphere. All families are welcome at our Summerville law office.
Based in Summerville SC, our divorce and family law office serves mainly Charleston, Dorchester, and Berkeley counties, although we are available statewide.
Attorney Carolyn M. Bone is also a certified South Carolina Family Court Mediator.
WHAT WE DO
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Divorce
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Separate Support & Maintenance
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Military Divorce
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Same-Sex/LGBT Divorce
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Child Custody and Child Support
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Property and Debt Division
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Spousal Support (Alimony)
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Modification and Enforcement
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Child & Adult Name Changes
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Adoption & Step-Parent Adoption
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Settlement Agreements
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Paternity
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Common Law Marriage
"Meticulous and efficient"
"Carolyn was always extremely well prepared and she was very thorough in examining all the possible legal options available to me. I felt that she understood that much of my life was in her hands, and she treated me as a real person going through a very hard time- not just a another legal case."
-W.S.
"I love my lawyer"
"Carolyn has been absolutely amazing! Throughout our entire case she kept me updated on any and all information. Anytime I had questions or needed to reach her, she was always available by email and always quick to respond. I feel like she went to battle for my family! She's tough! I can't tell you how many times I said "I love my lawyer" during this whole ordeal. I highly recommend her."
-E.M.
"Kind, attentive, honest"
"From the very beginning she put me at ease. Whatever questions I had, she was able to answer them. She and her assistant Haley were always there to clarify procedures and I am blessed to have found her. I would highly recommend Carolyn and her office. They are kind, attentive, honest, and efficient. "
-A.B.
Testimonial Disclaimer Pursuant to Rule 7.1, RPC; Rule 407, SCACR: This is a "testimonial" about the attorney. Please be aware that any result obtained on behalf of one client in one matter does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients. No review should be interpreted as a comparison with other lawyer's services.
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We only handle family law. Your family is our exclusive focus.
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Convenient Summerville location. We are a short drive from Charleston, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, Daniel Island, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, and the surrounding areas.
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Attorney Carolyn Bone's service to the community includes: President of the Dorchester County Bar (2018), SC Bar Family Law Council (2018-present), Member-Charleston County Bar, Member- South Carolina Bar Family Law Section, Appointed- Dorchester County Family Court Liaison Committee (2018-present), Certified South Carolina Family Court Mediator, Mediator and Board Member- Mediation and Meeting Center of Charleston (2019)
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Compassionate, non-judgmental atmosphere
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Individual attention to your case. We strive to promptly return phone calls and emails so that you never feel "left hanging."
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Divorce and family law disputes are always difficult, but in some cases mediation can be an effective alternative to litigated divorce. Mediation can help you minimize conflict, stress, time, and expenses.
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Mediation is a private, confidential, decision-making process in which an impartial facilitator (mediator), helps both sides reach a solution to their problem that both parties can accept. The mediator does not take sides, and all decisions are made by the parties themselves. If no decision is reached, the parties are free to go to court.
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Mediated agreements can help better facilitate co-parenting, and parties who reach a mediated agreement may be more likely to abide by it in the future.
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Common issues that can be addressed at family mediation include child custody, visitation, child support, private school expenses, alimony/spousal support, and property and debt division, including use of the home, vehicles, and bank accounts.
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Our experienced staff can help you understand whether mediation may be right for your case. If a mediated divorce is a good fit for you, attorney mediator Carolyn M. Bone can help you move towards attempting a peaceful resolution. Contact us at 843-261-7025 for more information on mediated divorce in South Carolina.