Rule 20 – Financial Declaration

(a) When Required. In any domestic relations action in which the financial condition of a party is relevant or is an issue to be considered by the court, a current financial declaration in the form prescribed by the Supreme Court shall be served and filed by all...

Rule 19 – Lis Pendens

In domestic relations actions any party may record a notice of pendency of the proceeding under the circumstances and in the manner provided in other civil actions. S.c. R. Fam. Ct. 19

Rule 17 – Failure to File Answer

(a) Appearance by Defendant. In domestic relations matters, even though the defendant does not file an answer, notice of the time and date of the merits hearing shall be given to the defendant. If the defendant is not represented by counsel, notice as required by this...

Rule 14 – Rule to Show Cause

(a) For Contempt of Court. Except for direct contempt of court, contempt of court proceedings shall be initiated only by a rule to show cause duly issued and served in accordance with the provisions hereof. Note: The long established procedural vehicle to bring a...