About Kenneth Porter — Family Law Greenville
Kenneth Porter is a family law attorney in Greenville, South Carolina, serving individuals and families in Greenville County through divorce, child custody, child support, and related domestic matters. Greenville County is South Carolina’s most populous county with over 550,000 residents, and its family courts handle thousands of cases annually — making experienced local representation essential for clients facing contested or complex family law proceedings.
Kenneth Porter provides straightforward, client-focused representation for Greenville County residents at all stages of family law matters — from initial separation and temporary orders through final hearings and post-judgment modifications. The firm serves clients throughout Greenville and surrounding Upstate South Carolina communities.
What Clients Say
Kenneth Porter serves family law Greenville clients throughout Greenville County, South Carolina. Contact the firm to discuss your divorce, custody, or support matter and to schedule a confidential consultation.
Family Law Greenville — Practice Areas & Services
- Divorce and legal separation
- Child custody and visitation disputes
- Child support calculation and modification
- Alimony and spousal support
- Equitable distribution of marital assets
- Domestic violence protection orders
- Post-judgment modifications and enforcement
Frequently Asked Questions
How does South Carolina handle child custody decisions?
South Carolina family courts determine child custody based on the best interests of the child, considering factors such as each parent’s fitness, the child’s adjustment to home and school, the mental and physical health of all parties, the child’s preference (depending on age and maturity), and any history of domestic violence or substance abuse. South Carolina recognizes both legal custody (decision-making authority) and physical custody (where the child resides), and courts may award joint or sole custody based on the evidence presented.
What is the divorce process in Greenville County, South Carolina?
South Carolina recognizes both fault-based and no-fault divorce. The most common no-fault ground is one year of continuous separation. Fault grounds — including adultery, physical cruelty, habitual drunkenness, and desertion — can be pursued but require proof. Once a petition is filed in Greenville County Family Court, the parties may resolve issues through negotiation and a marital settlement agreement or proceed to a contested hearing. An experienced family law attorney helps clients understand which approach best protects their financial and parental interests.
Quick Facts: Family Law in Greenville, South Carolina
- South Carolina Divorce Rate: South Carolina’s divorce rate is approximately 2.7 per 1,000 residents, with Greenville County — the state’s largest — generating a significant share of statewide family court filings — CDC National Center for Health Statistics
- Greenville County Population: Greenville County surpassed 550,000 residents, making it South Carolina’s most populous county and a major hub for family law activity in the Upstate region — U.S. Census Bureau
- South Carolina One-Year Separation Requirement: Unlike many states, South Carolina requires one full year of continuous separation before a no-fault divorce can be granted — making early legal planning essential for separating couples — South Carolina Code of Laws §20-3-10
Related Guide: Greenville Family Law — South Carolina


