You may have heard the term “special needs trust,” but you’ve probably also heard or read a lot of misleading or confusing information about these planning tools as well. This is because the Internet is full of information intended for a broad and generalized audience. Here in South Carolina, the rules are different than in…

Today, many Americans maintain joint bank accounts. Some do it for convenience, while others do it as a form of nontraditional estate planning. Historically, joint accounts have been full of challenges and dangers, and this continues to be a problem for many seniors. At the Elliott Frazier Law Firm, we can help families prepare plans…

It can be a very painful decision to petition a court for guardianship over a loved one. This is especially difficult if you are trying to get the authority to make difficult health decisions or end-of-life choices for a beloved parent or spouse. Much of this pain can be avoided through a well thought out…

If you are facing a divorce, you’re probably worried about a lot of different things. Of course, if there are children involved, no concern will outweigh the fears you have about how your divorce might affect your children. They are innocent bystanders who desperately crave peace and happiness. Depending on their ages, there may be…

Many South Carolinians make the wise choice to draft a power of attorney document at some point in their lives. Many do this before going into a hospital for a procedure or as they get older and begin to see the need. So it can come as a surprise to find out that you may…

After a divorce or separation, parents often find it difficult to transition into their new respective relationships. It can be challenging to wait to see children who just recently you were able to see any time you wanted. Perhaps the most difficult interactions are those that take place at the time of pick up or…

If you have an aging loved one in the Greenville area, you have likely heard stories about elderly people being taken advantage of or exploited by strangers and even overly friendly neighbors or caregivers. Sadly, the more money and assets a senior has, the more likely others will try to assert pressure to exploit them….

Probate is the name for the process wherein assets are transferred from someone who has passed away to his or her heirs. In South Carolina, the law requires that if the decedent had a will, it must be delivered to the Probate Court within 30 days after his or her date of death. No matter…

When it comes to estate planning, it’s important to learn what your options are so you can make an educated decision on what tools work best for your personal financial situation. Speaking with a South Carolina estate planning attorney can help ensure you have a comprehensive estate plan. Even if you already have an estate…

A conservator is someone whom the court appoints to protect an incapacitated adult’s financial and business affairs. The county where the incapacitated person resides is the court responsible for appointing a conservator. S.C. Code Ann Section 62-5-410 is what the probate courts refer to when deciding who has the authority to act as a conservator…