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Alimony: A Deep Dive | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 8
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What Really Happens in Georgia Courts
In this no-holds-barred episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa from Shewmaker & Lewis dig deep into alimony in Georgia—how it’s awarded, who qualifies, and what factors truly influence outcomes in the courtroom.
From outdated laws to modern challenges, the team discusses need vs. ability to pay, gender bias, lifestyle standards, infidelity, employment expectations, and what happens when one spouse gets "pimped out." You’ll also learn the differences between periodic and lump-sum alimony, the impact of cohabitation, and the realities of facing different judges.
This is the alimony episode everyone going through a divorce needs to hear.
Need legal insights with no legalese? You're in the right place.
📍 Recorded in Atlanta, GA | Hosted by Shewmaker & Lewis, Family Law Attorneys
Chapter Markers | Timestamps
00:00 - Intro & Horse Joke
00:35 - Today’s Topic: Alimony Deep Dive
02:01 - Is Alimony Dead in Georgia?
03:10 - What the Law Says About Alimony
04:25 - Adultery and Its Legal Consequences
06:44 - Reconciliation and Why It Matters
08:01 - Conduct That Can Affect Alimony
09:22 - Employment Expectations During Divorce
10:55 - Gender & Judge Bias in Alimony Rulings
13:24 - Understanding Your Judge: Reality vs. Statute
15:19 - Changing Social Norms & Dual-Income Households
17:01 - How Long Do You Need to Be Married to Get Alimony?
18:03 - Periodic vs. Lump Sum Alimony Explained
20:09 - Life Insurance as Alimony
21:43 - Car Payments & Modifiability
22:15 - Meretricious Relationships & Alimony Termination
23:29 - Is Alimony Still Taxable?
24:00 - What’s Coming in Future Episodes
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