What you need to know about the Guardian ad Litem
In South Carolina, a Guardian ad Litem is often times appointed by the Family Court in cases where child custody or child visitation is contested.
The case could be a divorce case where both parents disagree over who should have custody of the… read more
Posted in Divorce and Family LawCan you be charged with DUI for driving under the influence of marijuana?
Yes, in South Carolina you can be charged with DUI for driving under the influence of marijuana. Under South Carolina Code § 56-5-2930, it is unlawful for any person to drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of alco… read more
Clients typically call me about Orders of Protection in two scenarios. The first scenario is a when a victim of domestic abuse has already obtained an Order of Protection and is now seeking to hire a family court and divorce lawyer to begin the divorce process. The second, and more common scenario, … read more
Posted in Criminal Law | Divorce and Family LawWhenever I meet with a prospective client to discuss a Greenville Family Court matter, I chart out a map of how his or her case may work its way through the Family Court system in South Carolina. One possible destination on that map is mediation.
What is mediation?
Mediation is a process by wh… read more
Posted in Divorce and Family LawI had a great weekend in Atlanta attending NCDD's Winter Session 2018. The session focused on Drugged Driving, which is becoming the future of DUI cases in South Carolina. While the majority of the class focused on prescription drug DUI cases, there was also a session on Marijuana DUI cases taught… read more
Posted in DUIIn the State of South Carolina, there are two driving under the influence type criminal offenses: Driving Under the Influence (DUI), and Driving with an Unlawful Alcohol Concentration (DUAC). You can be charged for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) if an officer believes you are driving under the in… read more
Posted in DUI
John D. Newkirk Attorney at Law, LLC represents people in Greenville and throughout the Upstate of South Carolina.
The information on this site is not, nor is intended to be, legal advice.
The exact nature of your legal situation will depend on many facts not known to me at this time.
You should understand that the information on this site is general in nature and your own situation may vary.
An attorney client relationship is not established by submitting this initial contact information to our office.
