Legal Question in Family Law in South Carolina

settlement after 1 year divorce

My ex-husband was suppose to refinance our house and buy me out within a year. our year was up in april 07 he has made no attempt to settle this. Do I take my divorce papers to the judge or do I go back to my lawyer and have to pay him more to take my ex back to court?


Asked on 6/06/07, 7:58 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Ben Stevens The Stevens Firm, P.A. Family Law Center

Re: settlement after 1 year divorce

Your best option is to file a Rule to Show Cause (contempt action) against him, in which he will have to explain why he is not in contempt of court. The Court's remedies can include jail time, a fine, community service, attorney's fees, etc. to "encourage" him to comply with the terms of the Order.

It is important that you consult an experienced family law attorney to find out what options are available to you based on the facts of your particular case.

If you need more information, you can visit my family law blog (www.SCFamilyLaw.com) or our website (www.StevensFirm.com). I wish you the best of luck.

Ben Stevens

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Answered on 6/06/07, 9:19 pm


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