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Gregory S. Forman

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  • Charleston, SC
  • Licensed for 30 years
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Practice areas

  1. Divorce and separation: 30%

  2. Family: 30%

    Handling all types of family law cases, including divorce, alimony, property division, child custody and support, abuse and neglect, domestic abuse and separation agreements. Numerous lectures and publications on family law.

    29 years, 1,162 cases

  3. Appeals: 10%

    Handling appeals in both state and federal court, including the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals and the South Carolina Supreme Court.

    29 years, 34 cases

  4. Child custody: 10%

  5. Alimony: 5%

  6. Criminal defense: 5%

    29 years, 77 cases

  7. Domestic violence: 5%

  8. Personal injury: 5%

    Handle personal injury cases through claims process, including lawsuit and appeals.

    29 years, 148 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Suite 160
171 Church Street
Charleston, SC, 29401

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    SCGood Standing199205/01/2022
    PAActive199103/15/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Leadership in LawSouth Carolina Lawyers Weekly2013
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2012
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    OwnerGregory S. Forman, PC1993 - Present
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Charleston County Family Court CommitteeTreasurer2000 - Present
    South Carolina Bar Trial & Appellate Advocacy CommitteePresident2005 - 2006
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    American Bar Association Family AdvocateYour Alimony Aptitude: What type of alimony do you need and how will the court see it?2009
    American Journal of Family LawLump Sum Alimony2009
    American Journal of Family LawSome Constitutional Issues When Representing Parents Against Accusations of Abuse or Neglect2008
    American Journal of Family LawOrdering a Spouse out of the House on an Ex-Parte Basis2008
    American Journal of Family LawPreparing for Cross-Examination and Appellate Review2007
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Temple University - James E. Beasley School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1991
    Haverford CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1984
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    South Carolina Guardian Ad Litem trainingAn Iconoclastic View of the Guardian Ad Litem’s Role2010
    South Carolina Child Support Enforcement CLEEquitable Estoppel as a Defense to Support2010
    South Carolina Child Support Enforcement CLEIs the Application of Civil Contempt in South Carolina’s “Daddy Roundups” Improper?2010
    Child Custody UpdateGetting the Child Heard2010
    Family Court Guardian Ad Litem TrainingThings to Think About Before Filing to Modify Child Custody2009
    Family Court Guardian Ad Litem TrainingAn Iconoclastic View of the Guardian Ad Litem’s Role2009
    Charleston School of LawEnforcement (and Defending Enforcement) of Family Court Orders2008
    Charleston County BarProcedural Issues in Domestic Abuse Cases2008
    American Bar Association, Family Law Semi-Annual MeetingLump Sum Alimony2008
    South Carolina Family Court Hot TipsDoes the Family Court have Authority to Order a Spouse out of the House on an Ex-Parte Basis2007
    Defending Parents in Abuse and Neglect CasesTriaging Your Removal Case and Client Goal Setting2007
    Defending Parents in Abuse and Neglect CasesAdvanced Tips in Abuse and Neglect Cases2007
    Charleston County Family Court BarEthical and Procedural Considerations in Family Court Ex-Parte Requests2007
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Hot TipsFour Ways of Reducing the Surprise Element at Family Court Hearings2006
    South Carolina Bar Annual ConventionError Preservation for Appeal2006
    Charleston County Family Court BarThe Laches Defense in Family Court2006
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Hot TipsFighting the Morality Police in Family Court Custody Cases2005
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Cool TipsUsing Forms and Case Management Software in Family Law Practice2005
    Charleston County Family Court Bar CLEIs the “Preponderance of the Evidence” Evidentiary Standard in an Abuse and Neglect Proceeding Unconstitutional?2005
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Hot TipsFamily Law Issues When a Spouse or Parent Dies2004
    Charleston County Bar CLERepresenting Parents in Court-Appointed Abuse & Neglect Cases2004
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Hot TipsFour Things Family Law Attorneys May Not Realize About Civil Procedure Rule 342003
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Cool TipsThe Brave New World of Guardians Ad Litem2003
    South Carolina Bar Annual ConventionPreparing for Cross-Examination and Appellate Review2003
    Family Law LitigationFamily Law Litigation in South Carolina2003
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Hot TipsContingency Fees and Interest in Collecting Back Child Support and Alimony2002
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Cool TipsFive Ways to Get a Spouse Out of the House2002
    South Carolina Bar Ethics CLEEthics–Try it You Might Like How it Feels2002
    Family Law in South Carolina fFamily Law in South Carolina2002
    Custody, Support Issues and Equitable DistributionCustody, Support Issues and Equitable Distribution2002
    Charleston County Family Court Bar CLEGuardian Ad Litem legislation2002
    SouthCarolina Bar Family Court Hot TipsStandard Visitation for Actively-Involved Non-Custodial Parents2001
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Cool TipsFour Rule to Show Cause Pitfalls to Avoid2001
    South Carolina Family Court Bench/BarEconomic Analysis of Relocation Cases2000
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Hot TipsDomestic Abuse: The Potential Pitfalls2000
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Cool TipsJoint Legal Custody: What Is It? Why Have It?2000
    Child Custody and VisitationChild Custody and Visitation2000
    South Carolina Family Court Bench/BarConstitutional Limitations On Family Court Authority To Override Parental Decision Making1999
    South Carolina Bar Family Court Cool TipsChild Custody1999
    Child Custody, Family Court Litigation and Recent Developments in Family LawChild Custody, Family Court Litigation and Recent Developments in Family Law1999
    Charleston County Family Court Bar CLEInexpensive Methods of Litigating Child Custody1999
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Abate v. AbateWon appeal; opposing party found in contempt

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    The Best Lawyer In SC For Family Law!!

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    Lawyer Gus A. Anastopoulo

    Gus Anastopoulo, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 27, 2021
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    I endorse this lawyer.

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    John Duffy, Family Attorney on Apr 15, 2019
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Greg's knowledge of law in this area is second to none. You will know very quickly where you stand in your family court matter when talking to him. He is a great choice for family court.

    Lawyer Gus A. Anastopoulo

    Gus Anastopoulo, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 27, 2021
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    John Duffy, Family Attorney on Apr 15, 2019
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    I endorse this lawyer. Greg's knowledge of law in this area is second to none. You will know very quickly where you stand in your family court matter when talking to him. He is a great choice for family court.

    Lawyer Sara Amanda Brinson

    Sara Brinson, Family Attorney on Apr 15, 2019
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Greg has assisted me in my own family court cases and I frequently ask him questions about practicing family law. He is one of the most knowledgeable family law attorneys in the state of South Carolina and I highly recommend him.

    Lawyer Mary Jane Goodwin

    Mary Goodwin, Family Attorney on Mar 11, 2015
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    Greg Forman is a walking encyclopedia of all things Family Law. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and gives each matter thoughtful consideration, with a creativity that continues to impress me. He devotes significant time to reading and writing about Family Law, which gives him an undeniable edge. Google his name and you'll find him in many reported opinions. HIs blog is a resource for both litigants and lawyers.

    Lawyer Kenneth Peck

    Kenneth Peck, Family Attorney on Jul 6, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer. Greg Forman is an outstanding family law attorney.

    Lawyer Lakota Robin Denton

    Lakota Denton, Personal injury Attorney on May 22, 2014
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    Lawyer Jeffrey Michael Schreiber

    Jeffrey Schreiber, Family Attorney on Oct 14, 2013
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    Greg started as an adversary, when I was working for another attorney. Then, he became a friend. After that, a mentor. Not only is Greg one of the most intelligent family law practitioners in the state of South Carolina, he may be the single-most generous such practitioner when it comes to his time and expertise; Greg is doing more for young attorneys than I've seen any law school do. He is a fierce advocate, a fearsome adversary, a trusted colleague, a generous mentor, and a wonderful friend.

    Lawyer Chong Hae Ye

    Chong Ye, Unknown Attorney on Aug 25, 2013
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    Lawyer Herbert Ira Ellis

    Herbert Ellis, Unknown Attorney on Dec 7, 2012
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    Lawyer Michael S. Waddington

    Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 13, 2012
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    I endorse Gregory. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.

    Lawyer Joseph Torri

    Joseph Torri, Unknown Attorney on Sep 25, 2012
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    Lawyer Christian K. Lassen II

    Christian Lassen, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 28, 2010
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    Smart lawyer.

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