Episode 5 - Equitable Division of Property: What Does That Mean? | Lawyers Without Billboards

In this episode of Lawyers Without Billboards, your hosts from Shewmaker & Lewis—Steve, Patty, Jimmy, and Alexa—dive into one of the most misunderstood terms in family law: equitable division of property.What does “equitable” actually mean in a Georgia divorce? Spoiler: it doesn’t always mean 50/50. With real courtroom insight and plenty of personality, the team breaks down:The difference between marital and separate propertyHow titling and commingling can affect your claimCommon myths like “I paid for it, so it’s mine”Why the date of divorce—not separation—matters in GeorgiaReal-life examples and case law like the Stokes and Shaw decisionsThey even tackle quirky hypotheticals, military pensions, inheritances, and the dangers of not knowing your legal standing going into a marriage. Patty makes a confession, and there’s some fun banter, but this episode delivers serious clarity for anyone thinking about or going through a divorce in Georgia. Need legal advice? Call us at (770) 939-1939 or visit ShewmakerandLewis.com for more.✉️ Have questions? Email [email protected]🔔 Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app!