The holidays are supposed to be joyful - but in family law, they’re often a flashpoint for conflict. In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa break down why holiday parenting time creates so many disputes, how courts actually divide holiday schedules, and the drafting mistakes that turn manageable situations into annual blowups. From Christmas and New Year’s to birthdays and school breaks, the team explains what judges expect, why overly complicated schedu...
Jan 8
28 min
In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa kick off a new series on national cases of note with a deceptively simple question: Can you sue the person your spouse cheated with? The answer depends entirely on where you live. The team breaks down the rarely used - but very real - tort of alienation of affection, a law that still exists in only a handful of states and has produced some eye-popping jury verdicts. They unpack: What alienation of affection actually...
Jan 1
21 min
Is Legally Blonde a feminist legal masterpiece… or courtroom fiction? In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, real attorneys Steve Shewmaker and Alexa Lewis review Legally Blonde, breaking down what the movie gets right, what it gets wrong, and why it still resonates more than 20 years later. From law school stereotypes to courtroom theatrics, this episode blends legal insight with humor and honesty. 👇 CHAPTERS 👇 00:00 – Intro: Why Legally Blonde Still Matters 02:15 – Elle Woods: Law...
Dec 25, 2025
43 min
Phil McCurdy on Au Pairs, Divorce, and 37 Years of Family Law In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa sit down with longtime Georgia family law attorney Phil McCurdy, bringing more than 37 years of courtroom experience to one deceptively simple question: Is hiring a live-in au pair ever a good idea? From real divorce cases to power imbalances, courtroom consequences, and judgment calls that unravel marriages, Phil breaks down what actually happens when he...
Dec 18, 2025
27 min
In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Alexa and Jimmy sit down with Erica McCurdy, a nationally recognized Master Coach, mediator, and founder of McCurdy Solutions - known for helping families, executives, and high-conflict individuals navigate some of life’s most complicated challenges. Erica brings decades of experience working with blended families, co-parents, divorcing spouses, entrepreneurs, and professionals in crisis. Her work centers on building emotional intelligence...
Dec 11, 2025
37 min
In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, and Alexa sit down with Judge Tangela Barrie of the DeKalb County Superior Court - the youngest judge ever elected in DeKalb and a former Prosecuting Attorney of the Year. Judge Barrie pulls back the curtain on what really happens behind the bench: • How judges navigate high-conflict custody cases • Why courtroom decorum matters more than you think • The rise of sovereign citizens in family and criminal cases • Pro se chaos: the ...
Dec 4, 2025
41 min
What happens when a client hands Alexa a vintage 1978 issue of Playboy… complete with a “Divorce Manual for Men”? In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa flip through the old-school advice and break it all down - the tips that aged well, the ones that aged terribly, and the ones that are so outrageous they’re genuinely hilarious. The team reacts to guidance like: • “Close all joint accounts.” • “Hide your financial records.” • “Don...
Nov 27, 2025
18 min
How do you actually pick the right lawyer without getting misled by billboards, online noise, or empty promises? In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa walk through the smartest (and safest) ways to find an attorney who genuinely fits your case. From why “phone a friend” still works better than Google, to the danger signs of attorneys who guarantee outcomes, to what intake calls should sound like, this episode breaks down the real-world process of hiring...
Nov 20, 2025
30 min
What does it really mean to be held in contempt of court? In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa break down one of the most misunderstood parts of family law - contempt. From unpaid child support to denied visitation and even showing up late with the kids, the team explains when a judge might send someone to jail, when a simple fine will do, and how lawyers can defend (or prove) a contempt case. You’ll hear real-world examples, courtroom stories, and pra...
Nov 13, 2025
31 min
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-droppin...
Nov 6, 2025
29 min
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