Free Book on Divorce in South Carolina

What Is in Our Free Book on Divorce in South Carolina?

A divorce raises hard questions about your children, your home, your finances, and your future, and most people have never set foot in a South Carolina family court. Where can you find a reliable, plain-English explanation of how divorce works in South Carolina without paying for it?

Quick Answer: You can download our free book, Divorce in South Carolina – Piecing It All Together, written by Charleston divorce lawyer Stephan Futeral. It explains grounds for divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, property division, and family court procedures in easy-to-understand terms. The book is available as a PDF for any device or on Apple Books, at no cost and with no sign-up required.

Who Wrote Divorce in South Carolina, and Why?

Charleston divorce lawyer Stephan Futeral’s e-book, “Divorce in South Carolina – Piecing It All Together,” is available for FREE. Stephan wrote this book for divorcing couples in South Carolina to answer many of their common questions. In the book, Stephan breaks down South Carolina’s family laws and court procedures in easy-to-understand terms and he highlights the things you really need to know. If you’re going through a divorce in South Carolina, this book is a MUST READ!

Stephan is the founding attorney of Futeral & Nelson, LLC, a Mount Pleasant law firm that has represented clients in Charleston-area family courts since 2003. He is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, holds a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo, and has been named one of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in South Carolina by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.

The book draws on that courtroom experience. It explains not only what the law says, but also what actually happens as a divorce moves through family court.

What Topics Does the Book Cover?

The book follows a South Carolina divorce from the first filing to life after the final order. The table below groups its chapters by subject. Click any linked chapter to read a related article on our blog.

Which Format Should You Download: Apple Books or PDF?

The book is available in two formats, and both are free. Choose the one that fits the device you plan to read on.

How Current Is the Information in the Book?

The current edition is Version 3.1, updated September 24, 2026. South Carolina family law changes over time through new legislation and court decisions, and we review and update the book to keep it current.

Even so, no book can account for every recent change or for the specific facts of your case. Before you make decisions about your divorce, talk with a South Carolina family law attorney about how the current law applies to you.

Is the Divorce in South Carolina Book Really Free?

Yes. Both the PDF and the Apple Books edition are completely free. You do not need to give us your email address or fill out a form to download the book. The Apple Books edition downloads through your Apple account like any other free book.

We offer the book free because informed people make better decisions. Many of the questions people bring to their first meeting with a lawyer are answered in its chapters.

Can a Book Replace a Divorce Lawyer?

No. The book gives you a solid foundation in how South Carolina divorce works, but it is general information, not legal advice. Every divorce turns on its own facts, including your income, your children’s needs, how your property is titled, and how your spouse approaches the case.

A lawyer can apply the law to those facts, protect your rights at temporary hearings and in mediation, and spot problems you may not know to look for. If you need help with your case, contact our Charleston divorce lawyers to discuss your situation.

Does the Book Apply If You Live Outside Charleston?

Yes. South Carolina divorce law comes from state statutes and appellate court decisions, so the same rules apply in family courts in all 46 counties. Local procedures and scheduling can differ from county to county, but the grounds for divorce, the factors for custody and alimony, and the rules for dividing property are the same statewide.

Our firm handles divorce cases throughout the Charleston area, including Mount Pleasant, Summerville, North Charleston, Goose Creek, and Moncks Corner.