From Civil Court to Jerry Springer: A TPO Survival Guide | Lawyers Without Billboards - Ep 11

Ever wonder what really happens when someone files a Temporary Protective Order (TPO) in Georgia? This episode of Lawyers Without Billboards delivers an unfiltered, no-nonsense breakdown of the legal, emotional, and strategic realities of civil protective orders. Hosted by the seasoned legal team at Shewmaker & Lewis, this episode is as informative as it is entertaining—think courtroom meets Jerry Springer (yes, really).Join Steve Shewmaker, Patty Shewmaker, Alexa Lewis, and Jimmy Lewis as they explore:What qualifies as a TPO in GeorgiaThe legal definition of “family violence”Why intimate relationships (not just romantic ones) matterWhat kinds of evidence judges look forHow timing and context influence your chancesWhy ex parte hearings are constitutional (and controversial)What rights you may lose—including the right to possess firearmsHow TPOs impact child custody, housing, and employmentWhen a judge may deny a TPO—or grant one "just in case"This episode is full of real courtroom insight, legal strategy, and yes—dad jokes. Whether you're seeking a TPO, defending against one, or simply curious about how Georgia’s civil court system operates, this is the survival guide you didn't know you needed.👨‍⚖️ Hosted by Shewmaker & Lewis, Atlanta-based attorneys helping families navigate divorce, custody, and criminal defense - with zero billboards and zero BS.🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more.👉 Visit us at https://www.shewmakerandlewis.com for legal resources, case consultations, and future podcast updates.📩 Contact: [email protected]🎙 Produced by Bleeding Edge in Atlanta, GA.#FamilyLaw #ProtectiveOrder #TPO #GeorgiaLaw #DomesticViolence #CivilCourt #LawPodcast #ShewmakerAndLewis #LegalAdvice #AttorneysInAtlanta