Wills and Life Planning (Probate)
Partition Under S.C.’s Clementa C. Pinckney Uniform Partition of heirs’ Property Act
n this episode, we explain the complex heirs’ property section that was added to South Carolina’s partition statute in January 2017 to provide for this special type of land ownership. We discuss many of the intricate provisions of the Act and why a family agreement, instead of contested litigation, may be preferable for the heirs.
SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
SCDDSN is the state agency that plans, develops, overseas, and funds services for South Carolinaians with severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury in spinal cord, injury, and conditions related to each of these for disabilities. Their mission is to assist people with disabilities and their families and meeting needs, pursuing possibilities, and achieving life goals. Find resources and information about their services on their website.
South Carolina Probate Courts by County
Interactive map. Click on your area to learn about your Probate Judges.
Tips for Seniors on Living Trusts
Many seniors worry about what will happen to their property after they pass away. This is a very important decision. Unfortunately, it can also be very confusing. One of the most critical choices you will face is whether to get a living trust, will, or both. There are many unscrupulous companies that will try to convince you that a living trust is the best way to go. This may be true for some. But for many, a living trust will simply be a waste of precious resources. This fact sheet will give you basic information about living trusts and wills, and describes some of the most common scams.
