Protecting Your Parental Rights

Child Custody & Visitation

At Hart & Sercer, LLC, we understand how important child custody and visitation decisions are to you. Whether you are seeking primary custody, joint custody, or modifications to existing agreement, we offer clear legal strategies focused on protecting your parent rights.

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Physical & Legal Custody

Physical Custody is where your child is actually living while Legal Custody has to do with the decisions made that affect your child's best interest. We can assist you in obtaining the best custody solution based on your needs.

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Custody & Visitation Modifications

When substantial and material circumstances change we help you obtain changes and modifications to your prior court orders that align with your desires and goals. 

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Parenting Plans & Agreements

We draft and negotiate clear parenting plans that outline responsibilities and minimize future conflicts.

How We Handle Custody Cases

Focused on What Matters Most


  • Thorough Case Review - We evaluate your situation in detail to help determine if you can obtain the custody and visitation arrangements you desire or determine an acceptable alternative. 
  • Client-Centered Approach - Our strategies prioritize your desires and goals in the case.
  • Effective Representation - We vigorously advocate for the custody and visitation outcome you desire.

FAQ

Answers That Help You Move Forward

  • How does the court decide custody & visitation in South Carolina?

    Generally, judges in South Carolina decide custody based on statutory factors and the  best interest of the minor child. Factors like each parent’s stability, home environment, relationship with the child, ability to meet emotional and physical needs, and a parents’ ability to promote the other parents relationship with the child are considered. 


  • Can custody & visitation arrangements be changed after the divorce?

    Yes, if there are substantial and material changes in circumstances. We assist client’s in filing for a modification and pursuing your desires and goals for custody and visitation. 

  • What if the parents can’t agree on custody & visitation arrangements?

    If parents cannot reach an agreement on custody and visitation through negotiations or mediation, the Court will make the final decision after a trial.  We represent your position in court and work to achieve the outcome you desire.  Unfortunately, contested trial are very lengthy and expenses.