Masella Law Firm PA

read moreFinding the right attorney is the first and most important step in any legal matter. Without a capable Columbia attorney on your side, you cannot have confidence that your legal matter will have a satisfactory outcome. Thankfully, you've come to the right law firm in Columbia. When you come to Masella Law Firm, P.A. for help, you will benefit from the fact that our legal team has a wealth of legal experience and a proven track record of success. We know how much trust you are placing in us, and understand the high stakes in the situation.

read moreMasella Law Firm, P.A., was founded in Columbia, South Carolina by Robert M.P. Masella in 1998. In 2000, the firm moved into its current home on Calhoun Street in Columbia's historic Arsenal Hill neighborhood, directly across the street from the Matthew Perry Federal Courthouse. The firm has another office on Oakland Avenue in Rock Hill adjacent to Winthrop University. Our firm's focus is our absolute dedication in the representation of our clients in all South Carolina State and Federal Courts.

read moreThe South Carolina Code of Laws contains dozens of statutes which establish and regulate the topic of child support in our state, which is evidence of how seriously the family courts in Columbia take the subject of a parent's duty to provide for the economic needs of a child. Child support is often one of the most contentious issues in a divorce, as both parents want to see that the children are provided for but do not want to be forced to carry an unfair share of the financial burden. If you are serious about avoiding a final settlement which places you in difficulty, let a Columbia divorce attorney from Masella Law Firm, P.A. fight for you!

read moreDepending on the circumstances of your relationship, legal separation may serve as a viable alternative to divorce, or may be a necessary first step. For many couples, deeply held religious convictions make legal separation the next-best option, as it serves to create nearly all the conditions of divorce without violating any prohibitions against dissolving the marriage. Other couples choose to separate because their relationship is in trouble but they are committed to salvaging the marriage-by spending time apart they can work on the relationship without the pressure of living in close quarters.

read moreUnder state law, there are five grounds for divorce, only one of them provides for a no-fault divorce. Unless you can prove that your spouse caused the breakdown of the marriage, such as by adultery, domestic violence, substance abuse or abandonment, you will have to live separate and apart for at least a year. Legal separation can make this easier, as it provides you with formal arrangements for child custody and separate maintenance, and also gives you the opportunity to test out the terms of a divorce settlement in advance of the final decree of divorce.

read moreWhether you are an unwed mother in need of child support payments or a father who wants to petition for rights of child custody and visitation, you can come to Masella Law Firm, P.A. for help from a team with extensive legal experience and a background in prosecution. We understand how important your children are to you, and are prepared to work diligently to help you achieve a favorable outcome in the case. Under state law, both parents have a legal duty to provide financial support for their children, but unfortunately the mother is frequently left carrying an unfair share of the burden.

read moreIf you are planning to file for divorce, you need a Columbia divorce lawyer who sincerely cares about your case and who will safeguard your personal interests throughout the divorce process. Make no mistake-the final outcome of this situation could have a major impact on your future. When you choose us to work with you in your divorce, you will have a team with exhaustive family law experience on your side, giving you the benefit of our wealth of legal knowledge and our proven track record of success.

read moreAfter an arrest, you may be wondering what steps to take next. Before you begin to despair about the hopelessness of your situation, turn to a Columbia criminal attorney from Masella Law. We want to inform you of your rights as a defendant and can help you utilize those rights to give you the best chance of defense available. Masella Law is a South Carolina law firm dedicated to protecting those charged with criminal offenses. With over 25 years of combined experience, our legal team works with you to build a solid case for your defense.