Real Solutions for Complex Family Matters.
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1. We Can Quickly Identify the “Worst-Case Scenario”
Most family law attorneys handle private disputes between two parents. We do that, too—but we also defend parents against the full weight of the State government in DSS and juvenile proceedings.
** The Benefit:** We are not intimidated by complex allegations, forensic investigations, or emergency hearings. Because we routinely handle high-stakes removal proceedings, we bring a level of evidentiary rigor and “trial readiness” to your private divorce that few firms can match.
2. The “360-Degree” Perspective
Dustin Lee is not just an advocate; he is a Certified Family Court Mediator and a Guardian ad Litem.
The Benefit: We have sat in every chair in the courtroom. We know how a Guardian ad Litem investigates a home because we do it. We know how a Mediator settles a stalemate because we facilitate it. This allows us to predict the other side’s moves and the Court’s likely reaction with a high degree of accuracy, saving you time and money on futile legal arguments.
3. A Resource for the Legal Community
Experience is not just about years in practice; it is about mastery of the subject matter. Dustin Lee has taught other South Carolina attorneys how to defend DSS cases at legal seminars.
The Benefit: You are hiring the lawyer that other lawyers listen to. When you hire an attorney who teaches the material, you can be confident that your representation is based on the most current, cutting-edge understanding of South Carolina law.
4. True Circuit-Wide Representation
Many “Lowcountry” firms stick to the comforts of Beaufort or Hilton Head. We are true practitioners of the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit.
The Benefit: We maintain an active presence in Allendale, Hampton, and Colleton counties, as well as Beaufort and Jasper. We understand the local legal culture, the specific preferences of the judges, and the procedural nuances of the rural courthouses just as well as the more urban ones.
5. Solutions-Focused, Not Conflict-Driven
Our name is May River Family Law Solutions for a reason. While we are aggressive litigators when necessary, we do not churn conflict for profit.
The Benefit: We define “winning” based on your goals. Whether that means a quiet, mediated settlement to protect your children’s privacy, or a vigorous trial to clear your name, we tailor our strategy to the specific solution you need.

The Bottom Line
You don’t just need a lawyer who knows the law. You need a strategist who understands the system, the science of investigation, and the art of negotiation. That is the May River difference.