Your family is our first priority.
High conflict and complex marital dissolutions require personal attention and a thoughtful professional. Julianne Stokes and her firm are committed exclusively to the practice of family court litigation and mediation. Ms. Stokes and her team will ensure you receive the attention and experience you need to provide the best for your family.
FAMILY LAW SERVICES
Divorce & Separation
Divorce is a life-altering event, regardless of the length of marriage or value of the marital estate. Emotions run high, and you need the objective perspective of an experienced family law attorney to guide you in making decisions during this difficult time. When the prospect of divorce seems overwhelming, trust that Julianne Stokes will guide you through the process with compassion and knowledge of South Carolina family law.
Child Custody
If you are a parent, you will likely tell us that your children are your top priority, whether you are going through a divorce or are contemplating a change in custody action or a relocation case. We stand ready to mediate or litigate these issues, and our knowledge of the law will help shape your custody case so that we can ensure your children’s best interests are met.
Mediation
Mediation is one piece of “alternative dispute resolution” (methods of resolving your conflict outside of court). During a mediation, the parties negotiate to reach an agreement, while the mediator acts as a third party neutral to facilitate the process. Julianne Stokes is a certified family court mediator, and she can help you resolve your dispute(s) in an informal, comfortable setting. Mediation allows the parties to maintain control over the process while also saving time and money.
Financial Issues
Much of our practice focuses on family law issues such as equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, spousal support, drafting and enforcing prenuptial or separation agreements, and modification of alimony or child support payments.
Probate
The death of a loved one is a time of tremendous stress and sorrow. Our firm stands ready to assist with the often complex process of probating the decedent’s estate. In a time of uncertainty, having an experienced and compassionate estate planning attorney by your side will ensure your rights are protected and that the legal requirements for probating the estate are being met. We will guide you through the probate process, including but not limited to, probate of the estate or ancillary estates, deeds of distribution, and quit claim deeds.
Wills and Powers of Attorney
It is important to have an experienced attorney draft your will and estate planning documents. Many people use a DIY will or a will form found online, but those forms typically those leave out necessary legal clauses. The end result is that often times the will is invalid under South Carolina law. Ensure your family is not burdened during an already difficult time by drafting and executing the appropriate legal documents. We can also assist with other estate planning documents, such as a Health Care Power of Attorney or a General Durable Power of Attorney.
Trusts
Individuals have different needs during the estate planning process. We will seamlessly determine what is needed based on your unique circumstances and the best long term plan for you and your family. A living trust may help your family and protect your assets. Trusts are often difficult to establish and understand. We take pride in making this complex process easier.
JULIANNE
MEGGS STOKES
Top Rated Family Attorney in Charleston, SC
