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Columbia Family Law & Divorce Attorney

Warner Law

Warner Law is a family law firm based in Columbia, serving South Carolina. Over the last two decades, Carrie Warner has represented clients in over 1,000 family law matters successfully litigating complex cases related to divorce, child custody and child support, asset and property division, alimony, and estate litigation. We are a progressive firm with a focus on protecting and advocating for our clients’ best interests, while proactively working to minimize the emotional and financial toll that family law cases often bring. 

A proven trial attorney, Ms. Warner has built a distinguished career seeking justice and equality for all types of families and individuals. Her legal experience has equipped her to provide proven legal representation in various family law matters. Contact our family law firm today to find creative, personalized counsel to help you resolve your legal case.

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What We Do

  • Divorce
  • Child Custody & Visitation
  • Alimony & Spousal Support
  • Child Support
  • Adoptions

Divorce

The decision to divorce your spouse is a life-changing event that should never be taken lightly. Many questions abound in this ultimate decision, and your life as you know it can feel like it is lurking in the balance. 

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Child Custody & Visitation

Separation and divorce are never easy, leaving you in fear of what may happen to you and to your children in this next phase. 

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Alimony & Spousal Support

We assist clients with seeking alimony, decreasing or increasing alimony payments, or terminating alimony. The amount, type and length of alimony are likewise left to the discretion of the Family Court. 

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Child Support

You are entitled to child support from the biological parent or adoptive parent of your child as long as your child is not emancipated under South Carolina law. 

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Adoptions

Interfamily adoptions are common when a family member seeks to adopt a child where one or both parents are deceased or are unable to provide stability for their child. 

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Modifications & Enforcement of Prior Court Orders

Once a final order is obtained, both parties have protections of the Family Court to enforce the terms of their order, including financial provisions, child support, alimony, and visitation.

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Prenuptial Agreements

Many people want to enter a marriage without the threat of their assets being subject to division in the event of divorce. Others want to protect their assets for their own children. 

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Probate and Estate Litigation

We always want to believe that when our loved ones grow older, they will live peacefully and will pass on knowing that they have made successful arrangements for the disposition of their hard-earned assets. 

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LGBTQ

Whether married or not, we assist couples in obtaining joint legal custody orders, guardianship orders, and adoptions to solidify the family unit and to grant equal parenting rights to all parents. 

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Estate Documents

A Last Will and Testament is a written directive that disposes of your assets at death that do not otherwise have a beneficiary designation. For example, an asset with a beneficiary designation would be a life insurance policy or transfer on death account.

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  • Modifications & Enforcement of Prior Court Orders
  • Prenuptial Agreements
  • Probate and Estate Litigation
  • LGBTQ
  • Estate Documents

What Our Clients Are Saying:

“It is difficult to put into words what Carrie Warner means to my family."

Not only did she serve as my legal counsel during a contentious divorce, but also during an incredibly stressful and high-stakes custody battle – easily the hardest era of my life. Carrie simply does not know how to give anything less than her very best. She has rightly earned the respect of her legal peers on her own merit. The results of her intelligence, dedication, bravery and support will remain with my family and me forever. Believe me, you want Carrie Warner on your side. 

- Kara A.

“Warner Law helped me navigate a complex legal process."

The team was professional and knowledgeable while providing premier customer service during the entire process.  Ms. Warner demonstrates compassion and empathy for her clients.  She presents the situation clearly to her clients and carefully explains all options available through clear and transparent communication.  Ms. Warner and the team ensured they were available to answer any questions during the entire process.  I would highly recommend Warner Law to help with any legal matter.

- Ron S.

“Mrs. Warner did an unbelievable job helping me through a divorce and custody battle. "

Her office staff is very professional and pleasant to work with. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone I know. 

- Eric J.

“Carrie guided me through the family court process with kindness, tenacity and unwavering support as my legal counsel. "

I highly recommend the law firm for any family law needs and have the utmost confidence that any case with Carrie at the helm will be managed with respect, professionalism and to her client’s satisfaction. I’m so glad that Carrie was recommended to help me navigate through a challenging time and process.

Professionalism, resulting in positive outcomes for her clients.

- Kristen B.

“Within the past year, I have utilized Carrie Warner's legal services to help me in maneuvering an issue that needed to be reviewed, rewritten, and suitable to both individuals concerned. "

Carrie worked diligently in negotiating terms and conditions with the attorney representing the 2nd party and we were able to reach the intended goals. Carrie spent hours researching and presenting the legalities that affected and could potentially affect the best outcome.  She was a Godsend in keeping me focused, guiding me through very emotional landmines, and was certainly reasonable in her fees for the service provided.  In addition, once the major concerns were addressed and settled with signing of the documents, she completed my will, again directing me in steps to reach the best possible outcome.  In the entire process, I was made to feel comfortable, relevant as the client, and all my concerns were handled with the utmost professionalism!  

I would highly recommend Carrie for your legal needs in her area of expertise!

- Voneva M.

“Ms. Warner is flat-out smart. "

She always tells it “like it is” which is essential when you’re dealing with family matters. She keeps it real; no false expectations or sugar-coating. 

Carrie’s warmth and personal approach bely her ferocity in the courtroom. She’s an ally you can trust. 

I’ve been working with Carrie for five years and I still catch myself feeling lucky to have found her. She has stuck with me through it all and supported me while we worked to protect my family.

- Sarah M.

“Carrie navigated a custody plan that was not the standard 'every other weekend' agreement."

Instead, she put in a lot of extra time and work on a plan that worked for our family’s needs ten years ago and it still works for us today. Her foresight and experience is an asset to her clients. Carrie is tough; but she cares deeply and is well-respected by all in the legal community. She is an excellent advocate for families. And I’m so thankful for all she did for mine!

- Ashley H.

“Carrie Warner is an excellent attorney that I am grateful for."

She helped me through a tough divorce and I would recommend her 1000% over and over. She is straight to the point and very personable. Her staff is so easy to work with and very nice.   

- Rebekah L.

“We are very appreciative of the job Carrie and her firm did in helping our family grow by one!"

My wife and I were represented by Carrie and her firm in a family adoption, which was finalized in January 2017. We engaged Carrie in September 2016 and her first steps were to help us understand the potential course of action we could take in seeking custody of a minor child and set expectations of the process. 

- T.W.

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