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Lawyers Without BillboardsFrom Cell Phone Bans to Cornbread: What’s New in Georgia Law | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 21What do military tax breaks, digital IDs, roadside pet sales, and Brunswick Stew have in common? They’re all part of Georgia’s latest legislative updates—and yes, they’re now law.In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the Shewmaker & Lewis team dives into the new Georgia laws that took effect on July 1, 2025. With their signature humor and sharp insight, the team breaks down what’s new, what’s useful, and what’s just plain weird.📉 From income tax cuts to bans on cell phones in elementary schools, they cover it all—no legalese, no fluff, just real ta...2025-07-3122 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsSuperstar Mediators: Louis Tesser – Unmasked | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 20Think mediators just pass notes between lawyers all day? Think again.In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, legendary Atlanta mediator Louis Tesser joins the Shewmaker & Lewis team to pull back the curtain on what really goes down in a domestic mediation. From sausage-eating contests and Stanley Tucci impressions to emotional breakdowns and attorney egos, Louis shares the candid truth about the psychology, pressure, and performance art of high-stakes family law negotiation.🎙️ Hosts: Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, Alexa Lewis 🦸 Guest: Louis Tesser, Mediator Extraordinaire (and possibly the Jewish Stanley Tucci)👨⚖️ Hosted by Shewmake...2025-07-2434 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsHookers, Horses, and Hidden Assets: Forensic Accounting in Divorce | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 19Think accountants are all spreadsheets and no drama? Think again.In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, forensic accountant Sherri Holder joins the Shewmaker & Lewis team to talk about what really happens when money, marriage, and mayhem collide. From strip club spending sprees to business valuations gone wild, this episode explores how forensic accounting can make or break a high-asset divorce case - and why a "hookers and horses" analysis might just be part of the job.🎙️ Hosts: Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, Alexa Lewis👩💼 Guest: Sherri Holder, forensic accountant, CVA, ABV, CFF, CPA...2025-07-1737 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsPots, Pans & Petty Fights: Dividing the Stuff in Divorce | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 18Think divorce is all about houses, money, and custody? Think again. This episode of Lawyers Without Billboards goes deep into the world of personal property—the stuff inside the house—and the surprisingly intense (and sometimes ridiculous) battles that happen over it.The Shewmaker & Lewis team shares real courtroom stories of cookware conflicts, liquor collections, coin disputes, firearms, and even ashes of beloved pets. You’ll hear what judges really think about dividing the “stuff” and how to keep it from becoming a costly mess.🎙️ Hosts: Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, Alexa Lewis👨⚖️ Hosted b...2025-07-1024 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsYour Lawyer and the Opposition’s Are Friends. Should You Worry? | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 17Is it a red flag if your lawyer is chummy with opposing counsel? Or could it actually help your case?In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the Shewmaker & Lewis team tackles a common client concern: attorney friendships across the aisle. Partners Patty Shewmaker, Steve Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, and Alexa Lewis discuss why knowing and even liking the opposing attorney might lead to faster resolutions, fewer court battles, and better outcomes for everyone involved.They share real-life stories from the courtroom - where friends sometimes fight fiercely, and where being too friendly can raise eyebrows...2025-07-0314 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsCourtroom Cuisine: Why Food Matters in Litigation | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 16Can courthouse food really impact the outcome of your case? You’d be surprised.In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the Shewmaker & Lewis team dives into the lighter (but very real) side of litigation — how food, snacks, and meal breaks play a crucial role in your court experience.Join Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa as they swap their favorite (and not-so-favorite) lunch spots across Georgia’s busiest courthouses, relive courtroom hangry moments, and debate the ultimate question: Should snacks be part of your trial strategy?🍔💼 From vending machines and Chick-fil-A sandwiches t...2025-06-2635 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsCourtroom Catwalk: What Not to Wear to Court | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 15Ever wonder if what you wear to court really matters? (Spoiler: It absolutely does.)In this laugh-out-loud yet surprisingly serious episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the team at Shewmaker & Lewis dives into real-life fashion fails in the courtroom — from sequined dresses and house slippers to “self-made millionaire” t-shirts and Crocs.Join Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa as they swap outrageous stories, give practical advice on courtroom attire (for litigants and lawyers), and explain why what you wear can influence how judges and juries perceive you. From Zoom court disasters to debates over heels vs. flats, this e...2025-06-1930 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsMediation: What It Is and Why It Matters | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 14Ever wondered what really happens during divorce mediation - and whether you have to do it? This episode of Lawyers Without Billboards pulls back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood aspects of family law.Join attorneys Patty Shewmaker, Steve Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, and Alexa Lewis of Shewmaker & Lewis as they explore:What mediation actually is (and isn’t)Why most Georgia counties require itWhether you have to be in the same room as your exHow to pick a good mediatorWhat makes a bad one (hint: they’re called “ask clowns”)Why fighting over figurines might co...2025-06-1231 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsPets & Breakups: Who Gets Fluffy in a Divorce? | Lawyers Without Billboards Podcast - Ep. 13Custody battles aren’t just about kids anymore - they’re about pets. In this episode, the team at Shewmaker & Lewis dives into the emotional and legal complications that arise when couples split up and both want the dog, cat… or parrot.Attorneys Steve and Patty Shewmaker are joined by Alexa and Jimmy Lewis for a candid (and sometimes hilarious) discussion about pet custody during divorce, how courts treat animals, and the surprising ways some couples weaponize their pets. Featuring the firm’s own rescue cat, Adeline, this episode blends compassion, strategy...2025-06-0535 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsChild Support and the Parenting Time Adjustment | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 12Ever wondered how parenting time actually affects child support in Georgia? This episode of Lawyers Without Billboards breaks down the new 2026 Parenting Time Adjustment rule - and why it's already showing up in courtrooms. Hosted by the legal minds at Shewmaker & Lewis, this episode offers a smart, honest, and occasionally hilarious look at the complex math behind custody and support.Join Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Alexa Lewis, and Jimmy Lewis as they unpack:What the new Parenting Time Adjustment is (and how it's different from a deviation)Why it’s already being used—even before the 2026 star...2025-05-2929 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsFrom Civil Court to Jerry Springer: A TPO Survival Guide | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 11Ever wonder what really happens when someone files a Temporary Protective Order (TPO) in Georgia? This episode of Lawyers Without Billboards delivers an unfiltered, no-nonsense breakdown of the legal, emotional, and strategic realities of civil protective orders. Hosted by the seasoned legal team at Shewmaker & Lewis, this episode is as informative as it is entertaining—think courtroom meets Jerry Springer (yes, really).Join Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Alexa Lewis, and Jimmy Lewis as they explore:What qualifies as a TPO in GeorgiaThe legal definition of “family violence”Why intimate relationships (not just romantic ones) matterWhat kinds of evi...2025-05-2227 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsCustody Conflicts: What Affidavits of Election Really Mean.| Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 10What happens when a teenager wants to live with the other parent? Can a child simply sign a paper and shift custody? If you're confused about affidavits of election, you're not alone—and this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards breaks it all down with clarity, insight, and a bit of laughter.Your hosts—attorneys Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, and Alexa Lewis of Shewmaker & Lewis in Atlanta—dig into the real meaning of these affidavits, how Georgia law treats them, and the ethical (and emotional) minefields involved when children are caught in the middle of a c...2025-05-1527 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsChild Custody Battles and Relocation Nightmares: What Parents Need to KnowIf you're a parent considering a move after divorce - or if you're already dealing with a custody agreement - you need to listen to this episode before you pack a single box.In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, attorneys Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, and Alexa Lewis from Shewmaker & Lewis dive into one of the most emotionally and legally complex topics in family law: child custody modifications due to relocation.Whether the move is across town or across the country, changing a child's living situation can trigger major legal consequences...2025-05-0822 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsAlimony: A Deep Dive | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 8What Really Happens in Georgia Courts In this no-holds-barred episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa from Shewmaker & Lewis dig deep into alimony in Georgia—how it’s awarded, who qualifies, and what factors truly influence outcomes in the courtroom. From outdated laws to modern challenges, the team discusses need vs. ability to pay, gender bias, lifestyle standards, infidelity, employment expectations, and what happens when one spouse gets "pimped out." You’ll also learn the differences between periodic and lump-sum alimony, the impact of cohabitation, and the realities of facing different judges...2025-05-0125 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsAttorney Fees: Do I Have to Pay My Own? | Lawyers Without Billboards – Ep. 7Who pays for attorney fees in a divorce or family law case in Georgia? Do you always have to pay your own, or can you make your ex pick up the tab? In this candid episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Atlanta attorneys Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, and Alexa Lewis tackle one of the most common—and misunderstood—questions in family law: Who pays for attorney fees?Get real, practical answers as the team unpacks Georgia’s “American Rule” (everyone pays their own lawyer) and the major exceptions found in family law. The hosts...2025-04-2426 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsEpisode 6 - Modifying Parenting and Custody Time | Lawyers Without BillboardsWhen can you legally modify a custody order in Georgia? What qualifies as a “material change in circumstances”? In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the family law attorneys at Shewmaker & Lewis take you inside the courtroom and behind the statutes to explain what it takes to modify custody or parenting time in Georgia. Whether you’re a parent seeking joint custody, worried about your child’s safety, or just wondering what your legal options are, this episode breaks it all down with real cases, legal advice, and some off-the-record humor.From teenage affidavits to relocatio...2025-04-1729 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsEpisode 5 - Equitable Division of Property: What Does That Mean? | Lawyers Without BillboardsIn this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, your hosts from Shewmaker & Lewis—Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa—dive into one of the most misunderstood terms in family law: equitable division of property.What does “equitable” actually mean in a Georgia divorce? Spoiler: it doesn’t always mean 50/50. With real courtroom insight and plenty of personality, the team breaks down:The difference between marital and separate propertyHow titling and commingling can affect your claimCommon myths like “I paid for it, so it’s mine”Why the date of divorce—not separation—matters in GeorgiaRe...2025-04-1031 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsThe Game Show of Child Custody🎲 Child custody as a game show? It’s not as far-fetched as it sounds.In Episode 4 of Lawyers Without Billboards, the attorneys at Shewmaker & Lewis dive into the unpredictable world of child custody battles in Georgia. From surprise courtroom decisions to judges calling custody a “sick game show,” the team shares real stories that highlight how custody is often more about credibility, data points, and likeability than mudslinging or money.With their signature mix of humor and hard-earned insight, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa explore why settling custody outside of court might be the wises...2025-04-0327 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsLawyers Without Billboards Ep 3 - Grounds for Divorce: What You Need to KnowDivorce laws in Georgia may surprise you! In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the attorneys at Shewmaker & Lewis break down the 13 grounds for divorce in the state, from adultery and cruel treatment to lesser-known reasons like "impotency at the time of marriage" and "conviction of moral turpitude." The team discusses real-world cases, the impact of fault-based divorces, and how these laws apply in modern family law cases.With their usual blend of humor and expert analysis, they also debate the real 14th ground for divorce—watching your shared Netflix series without your spouse!Tune in...2025-03-2734 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsLawyers Without Billboards Ep 2: The Truth About Divorce - Myths, Mistakes, and Must-KnowsThink you know how divorce, alimony, and custody work? Think again! In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the team at Shewmaker & Lewis dives into the biggest misconceptions about family law, covering everything from dividing assets to custody battles and alimony myths.🔹 What you’ll learn in this episode:The biggest myths about divorce settlementsHow custody decisions are really madeWhether alimony is automatic or negotiableThe truth about 50/50 asset divisionWhat Hol...2025-03-1330 min
Lawyers Without BillboardsLawyers Without Billboards - Premier EpisodeWelcome to Lawyers Without Billboards - Family Law, Unfiltered! Hosted by the experienced partners at Shewmaker & Lewis, including Steve & Patty Shewmaker and Jimmy & Alexa Lewis, this podcast takes a no-nonsense approach to family law. We tackle real legal issues, including divorce, custody battles, alimony, child support, and criminal law with an engaging mix of insight, humor, and real talk.Whether you’re facing a 2025-02-2727 min