Lawyers Without Billboards
Real lawyers, real talk—without the billboards. Lawyers Without Billboards is an unfiltered look at family law, hosted by the partners of Shewmaker & Lewis: Steve and Patty Shewmaker, and Jimmy and Alexa Lewis.
With decades of experience in divorce, custody battles, child support, alimony, and criminal law, they break down legal myths, share expert insights, and dive into real cases (sometimes with a side of humor).
Expect candid conversations, legal deep dives, and the occasional sidebar on pop culture, legal movies, and life as family law attorneys. Whether you're navigating a family law issue, practicing law yourself, or just enjoy courtroom drama, this podcast offers valuable insights with a dose of levity.
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Child Custody Battles and Relocation Nightmares: What Parents Need to Know
If 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, especially when there's a custody order in place. This episode covers real-world relocation scenarios - from military reassignments to spontaneous life changes - and explains what not to do when you’re planning a move with your child.
👂 You’ll learn:
- Why relocation custody cases often cost more than the original divorce
- How Georgia judges assess “best interests of the child” in relocation matters
- The consequences of moving without notifying the other parent
- What to do when the non-custodial parent relocates
- How child support and parenting time are affected by relocation
- The importance of calling a family law attorney before making a move
📍 Whether you're a co-parent, military family, or simply navigating post-divorce transitions, this episode offers crucial insights for avoiding costly mistakes and protecting your parental rights.
🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more.
👉 Visit us at https://www.shewmakerandlewis.com for legal resources, case consultations, and future podcast updates.
📍 Recorded in Atlanta, GA | Hosted by Shewmaker & Lewis, Family Law Attorneys
Chapter Markers | Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & Nacho Joke Callback
01:47 – Custody vs. Divorce: The Emotional & Financial Stakes
03:14 – Teenagers, Custody, and the Catlike Phase
04:10 – Why Relocation Cases Are So Expensive
05:07 – The High School Sweetheart Move to Ohio
06:08 – When Clients Tell You *Before* They Move
07:01 – The Case That Lost Custody Due to Delay
08:10 – Patty as Guardian ad Litem: When the Move “Stuck”
09:39 – Judges, Punishment, and Best Interests of the Child
10:24 – The Texas Move: What Not to Do
11:14 – Why Relocation Is So Painful & Unpredictable
12:03 – Even In-State Moves Can Trigger Custody Challenges
13:22 – When the Non-Custodial Parent Moves
14:26 – Modifying Visitation and Parenting Schedules
15:02 – Do Judges Care *Why* You're Moving?
16:10 – Child Support Adjustments & Retroactive Deviations
17:03 – Final Thoughts: Always Call a Lawyer Before You Move
18:46 – Quick Tease: International Custody & Hague Convention
19:49 – Hero of the Week: Attorney Rebecca McLaw
21:08 – Outro
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