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Temporary Protective Orders When the Accused is a Service Member

by Patty Shewmaker | Jan 10, 2020 | Divorce, Family Law, Military Family Law, Temporary Protective Orders (TPO)

There are many factors to consider when considering getting a temporary protective order against a spouse that’s a service member. Patty Shewmaker and Alexa Lewis of Shewmaker & Shewmaker discuss those factors and the ramifications if you decide to take that...

Is Military Divorce a Subset of Divorce in General?

by Patty Shewmaker | Dec 23, 2019 | Divorce, Family Law, Military Family Law

Is military divorce a subset of divorce in general? Should you hire a military family law attorney if you’re going through a divorce as a member of the military? Steve and Patty Shewmaker of Shewmaker & Shewmaker discuss how the issues faced in a military...

How Do We Prepare Clients for Court at Shewmaker & Lewis

by Patty Shewmaker | Dec 2, 2019 | Family Law, General Information, Litigation, Strategy and Preparation

Going to court can create significant anxiety. There is often a lot at stake for our clients. In this video, Steve and Patty Shewmaker discuss how we prepare our clients for what they’ll experience in the courtroom to help ensure they get the most favorable...

What Happens to Pension Benefits When a Military Service Member Goes to Jail?

by Patty Shewmaker | Oct 3, 2019 | Military Family Law, Qualified Domestic Relations Order

When a military service member is incarcerated, what happens to their various benefits can be a complicated picture. Patty and Steve Shewmaker talk about some of the different types of benefits and how various scenarios are handled in these...

What is a QDRO? When Do People Need One?

by Patty Shewmaker | Sep 27, 2019 | Military Family Law, Qualified Domestic Relations Order

Patty Shewmaker and Jimmy Lewis talk about Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDRO). How do they affect your 401k and other benefits in a military divorce? When do you need...

ROTC Disenrollment Hearings: How Serious Are They?

by Steve Shewmaker | Sep 24, 2019 | Military Justice, ROTC Disenrollment Hearings

Steve Shewmaker and Alexa Lewis of Shewmaker and Shewmaker on ROTC disenrollment hearings. What are they? How serious are...

Does Georgia Have Grandparent Rights When it Comes to Visitation and Custody?

by Patty Shewmaker | Sep 18, 2019 | Child Custody, Child Visitation Rights, Family Law

When it comes to grandparent rights in Georgia for visitation and child custody, grandparents have more rights than you may expect. Patty Shewmaker and Alexa Lewis of the Shewmaker and Shewmaker Law Firm...

If a Divorce is Uncontested do the Parties Need to Hire an Attorney?

by Patty Shewmaker | Aug 30, 2019 | Divorce, Family Law, Uncontested Divorce

Steve and Patty Shewmaker discuss Georgia law surrounding divorce and legal representation. One attorney may not represent two people, however, you may represent yourself. Is this...

Can Military Investigators Lie to Me?

by Steve Shewmaker | Aug 26, 2019 | Article 107, Military Justice

Making a false official statement to investigators in the military is a serious offence under Article 107. The investigators however are under no obligation to be truthful. Steve Shewmaker and Robert Capovilla discuss how to navigate these situations if you are a...

Is a Military Separation Hearing a Big Deal?

by Steve Shewmaker | Aug 20, 2019 | Military Justice, Military Separation Hearing

Military separation hearings can have a tremendous impact on your retirement, pension, healthcare and reputation. Do not take them lightly and retain experienced legal counsel to protect your interests. Steve Shewmaker and Mickey Williams of Shewmaker and Shewmaker...
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