HH Attorneys at Law | South Carolina11 Dec 2025

Dads’ Rights in South Carolina: What Unmarried Fathers Need to Know

Do Dads Have Rights in South Carolina? Yes. You just have to establish them.

In this episode, John Henderson is joined by attorneys Holly Roberts and David Dunlavey to explain what unmarried fathers need to know about their rights in South Carolina.

If you are an unmarried dad, the mother is presumed to have sole custody until paternity is legally established, and waiting too long can make everything more difficult.

This video covers:

● How to establish paternity

● What to do if the mother will not cooperate

● Genetic testing and court procedures

● Custody, visitation, and major decision making rights

● Why the idea that South Carolina is a mom’s rights state is a myth

● Why judges appreciate dads who want to be involved

● Differences between South Carolina and Illinois custody law

● Why delaying the process can hurt your case

Whether your child is a newborn or already involved in school and activities, establishing paternity is the first step toward asserting your parental rights.

If you are a father in South Carolina and need help establishing paternity, setting custody, or creating a visitation schedule, our team can help.

Contact HH Law for guidance on your rights as a dad.

In this episode:

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Establishing Paternity

02:39 Is South Carolina Really a Mom’s Rights State?

03:23 The Longer You Wait to Establish Paternity, the Harder It’s Going to Be

05:44 South Carolina vs. Illinois Law

06:50 What Can Dads Do?

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