Lawyers Without Billboards

Legal Boundaries and Hidden Cameras: A Conversation with Kim Dymecki | Lawyers Without Billboards Ep-35

Shewmaker & Lewis Season 1 Episode 35

In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, the crew welcomes longtime friend and mentor - Attorney Kim Dymecki for a candid conversation about the blurred lines between family law and criminal law.

From hacking emails to planting recording devices and tracking spouses with AirTags, the group dives into the messy intersection of privacy, technology, and relationships. Kim, who began her career in criminal defense before moving into domestic cases, shares stories that range from jaw-dropping to laugh-out-loud — including her first day visiting the Fulton County jail.

They also unpack Georgia’s one-party consent recording law, discuss when recordings cross into illegality, and share real-world advice for clients tempted to “dig up dirt” the wrong way.

🎙️ Highlights:
00:00 – Intro
02:00 – Kim Dymecki’s path from criminal defense to family law
05:00 – Her unforgettable first day at the Fulton County jail
09:00 – When family law meets criminal law: domestic disputes gone wrong
10:00 – Hacking, hidden cameras, and invasion of privacy in divorce
15:00 – Georgia’s one-party consent law explained
18:00 – Can you record FaceTime calls with your child?
20:00 – Tracking devices, AirTags, and where the line gets blurry
23:00 – Why judges rely on experts in abuse allegations
26:00 – Mentorship, growth, and staying grounded in a tough profession

👩‍⚖️ About Kim Dymecki:
Attorney Kim Dymecki has practiced law in Georgia for more than 35 years, spanning both criminal defense and domestic litigation. She’s known for her sharp insight, compassionate advocacy, and sense of humor that’s kept her grounded through some of the toughest cases imaginable.

Lawyers Without Billboards is hosted by Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Jimmy Lewis, and Alexa Lewis, partners at Shewmaker & Lewis — a family law firm based in Atlanta, Georgia.

📩 Contact: pshewmaker@shewmakerandlewis.com

🌐 Website: https://www.shewmakerandlewis.com

🎧 Podcast Library: https://shewmakerandlewis.com/lawyers-without-billboards

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🎼 Music by Ben Hernandez at Dragonsong Productions

🎥 Produced by: Bleeding Edge, Inc.
🎬 Audio & Video Production: Rob Burgner
📍 Recorded at: Shewmaker & Lewis, Atlanta, GA