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My Attorney and Opposing Counsel are Friends. Is this Problematic?

by Patty Shewmaker | Aug 28, 2024 | Divorce, Family Law, Litigation, Philosophy of Law, Strategy and Preparation

In this video from Shewmaker & Lewis, join us as we delve into the dynamics of attorney relationships in domestic cases. Have you ever wondered about the implications of your attorney being friends with the opposing counsel? Attorneys Steve and Patty Shewmaker...

I Object! What Does That Mean in the Courtroom?

by Steve Shewmaker | Jul 8, 2021 | Divorce, Family Law, General Information, Litigation, Philosophy of Law, Strategy and Preparation

We’ve all seen countless TV shows where the lawyers are shouting “I object!” What does that actually mean? The phrase is basically an interruption to get the courts attention about something that is improper. It can be about the admissibility of...

Does it Matter Where a Lawyer Went to School or if they were on Law Review?

by Patty Shewmaker | Oct 15, 2020 | Divorce, Family Law, General Information, Philosophy of Law

As attorneys, we are occasionally asked by prospective clients where we went to law school or if we were on law review. Do either of those matter once a lawyer has left law school and entered private practice? What questions should you be asking when you’re...

Do I Want a “Bulldog” Attorney?

by Steve Shewmaker | May 26, 2019 | General Information, Philosophy of Law

In this video Attorneys Steve and Patty Shewmaker discuss how often potential clients say they want a “bulldog attorney” and how it’s not always advantageous for a lawyer to engage in “bulldog”...

What is our Philosophy on the Practice of Law?

by Patty Shewmaker | May 18, 2019 | General Information, Philosophy of Law

Steve and Patty Shewmaker share how they approach the practice of law. Their tag line, Helping People, speaks to the heart of what they do. Telling clients what they need to hear and not what they want to...

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