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The McKinney Law Group Provides a Civil, Principled Approach to Family Law
with offices located in Florida and North Carolina

At our law firm, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal services with offices conveniently located in both Florida and North Carolina. Whether you’re seeking guidance on family law matters, navigating a divorce, or planning your estate, you can count on personalized, attentive service tailored to your unique situation.

In Florida, we assist clients with complex family law issues such as custody arrangements, high-asset divorces, and estate planning, ensuring that your rights and interests are protected every step of the way. Our North Carolina office specializes in a range of legal services, from guiding families through the state’s separation and divorce process to offering expert estate planning solutions that safeguard your legacy.

Regardless of which state you’re in, we are committed to delivering the same high level of care and professionalism. When you work with us, you’ll have a dedicated attorney focused on your case, providing you with the legal support and peace of mind you need. No matter where you reside, our team will make sure you are fully supported, understood, and empowered throughout your legal journey.

  • Alimony

    Alimony

    Alimony

    Assist with alimony arrangements to fairly support financial stability post-marriage dissolution.

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  • Child Support

    Child Support

    Child Support

    Guide child support calculations to establish fair support for your children's needs and rights.

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  • Custody and Timesharing

    Custody and Timesharing

    Custody & Timesharing

    Create and define custody and timesharing plans to safeguard your child's welfare and your parental rights.

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  • Dissolution of Marriage

    Dissolution of Marriage

    Dissolution of Marriage

    Handle your marriage dissolution with respect and clarity to secure a positive outcome for all involved.

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  • Divorce

    Divorce

    Divorce

    Facilitate smooth divorce proceedings focused on equitable solutions and personal well-being.

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  • Family Law

    Family Law

    Family Law

    Provide comprehensive family law services to manage divorce, custody, and protection orders with compassion and commitment.

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  • Pre and Post Nuptial Agreement

    Pre and Post Nuptial Agreement

    Pre and Postnuptial Agreements

    Draft and secure pre and postnuptial agreements to protect your assets and define future financial arrangements.

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  • Pre and Post Nuptial Agreement

    Pre and Post Nuptial Agreement

    Pre and Postnuptial Agreements

    Draft and secure pre and postnuptial agreements to protect your assets and define future financial arrangements.

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  • Estate Planning

    Estate Planning

    Estate Planning

    Ensure your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes with comprehensive estate planning.

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    With The McKinney Law Group on your side, you can be confident you've made the right choice.

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Divorce Law

The McKinney Law Group is a law firm dedicated to helping individuals get through their divorce as painlessly as possible. We know how stressful and emotionally draining a divorce can be and want to make it easier on you. Our lawyers are highly experienced and skilled at their craft and have a true passion for helping others. We are proud to serve the Tampa, FL and Asheville, NC area and have represented dozens of people just like yourself.

We will treat you with the sensitivity and respect you deserve from the moment you walk in for your first consultation to the day your divorce is finalized. You can trust us to be an advocate in your time of need.

  • Grounds for Divorce

    Grounds for Divorce

    Florida is a no-fault state, so you don’t need to have a specific reason for getting a divorce. You can just cite irreconcilable differences, which means that marriage is beyond repair.

  • Qualifying

    Qualifying

    To file for divorce in Florida, you or your spouse must have been a resident of Florida for at least six months before filing a petition. You are also required to file for divorce in the county where you live. One of our skilled divorce lawyers can help you with this.

  • Property Division

    Property Division

    Florida is an equitable distribution state, so property is divided fairly, not necessarily equally. Marital property includes all assets required in a marriage, such as a family home, vehicles, boats and vacation home. A judge will look at several factors before deciding how to divide property, like the length of the marriage and each spouse’s contribution to the assets.

  • Going to Trial

    Going to Trial

    While it’s ideal to come to a favorable resolution out of the courtroom, it isn’t always possible. If you can’t come to a fair agreement at mediation, it may be necessary to take your case to trial. Our divorce lawyers are always prepared to take cases to trial and have the confidence to present your case in front of a judge.

  • Timeframe

    Timeframe

    A divorce is a tough process, so it’s understandable that you may want to get it over with as quickly as possible. However, it can be difficult to determine how long a divorce will take. Some divorces take just a few months to resolve while others take longer than a year. It depends on the individual circumstances of your case. Generally, the more complex a divorce is, the longer it takes to resolve.

Client Testimonials

  • Great guidance and work! Mr. McKinney takes the time to meet with his clients. he is for sure all ears!! I recommend all my friends and clients his way! Thank you McKinney Law Group!

  • Damien and Brittany did wonderful in handling my family law matter. They are very responsive, have great follow through, very prepared, very knowledgeable on case law and are extremely professional! Highly recommend this firm!

  • As a fellow attorney, when my wife informed me that she would be filing a petition for dissolution of marriage, I made one call to the only lawyer I trusted to represent me during the process. Damien is well respected within the law community as a litigator with over ten years of trial experience. He was an associate with one of the largest family law firms in Tampa before opening his own practice many years ago. It was crucial for me to have the best representation possible, as there was a concern my wife would try and use our two children for personal gain. I needed to make sure from the beginning that we had the best strategy moving forward, and I had no hesitation that I would receive the most thorough and logical advice from Damien. I highly recommend The McKinney Law Group to anyone looking for a professional and veteran family law attorney.

  • I highly recommend The McKinney Law Group to anyone looking for a professional, honest, and experienced family law team. He was upfront with me from the very beginning, and we worked well together to get more than I expected. It was extremely easy to communicate with the team and I felt they went out of their way to keep me informed.

  • Attorney McKinney proved to be a professional and knowledgeable in his career, he helped and guided me through many doubts I had regarding guardianship and the separation process. I recommend your work and advice, grateful Mr. McKinney.

  • Damien McKinney is a phenomenal lawyer who excels in providing clear and detailed explanations, ensuring you understand every aspect of your case. His ability to break down complex legal matters and address even the smallest details sets him apart. Working with Damien was a great experience, and I truly appreciate his expertise.

  • I was searching for a lawyer who would be able to do a prenuptial agreement within a short timeframe. I also had the added complexity of being overseas! Damien and Nathan were extremely accommodating and professional. They were quick to answer all of my questions and provide me with updates. I’m so glad that we worked with them to get this done. Highly recommend!I had an excellent experience with attorney Damien McKinney. I had an important legal question that has been on my mind for quite sometime. Not only did he give me a professional response, he also was very considerate in his delivery and helped put my mind at ease.I’m extremely appreciative of Attorney’s Damien interest in personally replying through a voice note the questions that I left on his website’s contact form. His keen attention to every detail of my long questions, and his thorough and candid responses have definitely been instrumental in my decision making towards hiring McKinney Law Firm. Thank you so much, Damien!

  • I had an excellent experience with attorney Damien McKinney. I had an important legal question that has been on my mind for quite sometime. Not only did he give me a professional response, he also was very considerate in his delivery and helped put my mind at ease.I’m extremely appreciative of Attorney’s Damien interest in personally replying through a voice note the questions that I left on his website’s contact form. His keen attention to every detail of my long questions, and his thorough and candid responses have definitely been instrumental in my decision making towards hiring McKinney Law Firm. Thank you so much, Damien!

  • I’m extremely appreciative of Attorney’s Damien interest in personally replying through a voice note the questions that I left on his website’s contact form. His keen attention to every detail of my long questions, and his thorough and candid responses have definitely been instrumental in my decision making towards hiring McKinney Law Firm. Thank you so much, Damien!

  • Mr. McKinney is an excellent attorney. I received full consultation on issues that concern me. I feel much more confident now from a legal point of view. I would highly recommend Damien McKinney for your legal needs.

  • Damien McKinney is amazing! He is personable, professional, knowledgeable, and a caring attorney. I will be referring him to any one that I know looking for an attorney in his space. I highly recommend Damien McKinney to achieve your outcome!

  • I highly recommend The McKinney Law Group to anyone dealing with custody issues. Damien and Nathan are extremely passionate about what they do. They made me feel at ease when my nerves would get the best of me by presenting all of my options to me related to my case. The firm is like family to me. Nathan is the best paralegal hands down! He’s flexible, understanding, and goes the extra mile to make sure you get the best outcome for your case.

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Meet Damien McKinney

Your Family is His Passion.

Damien McKinney has been practicing family and marital law for over ten years.

Damien brings a unique blend of empathy and strategic thinking to every case, focusing on caring solutions that make the most sense for his clients. His dedication extends beyond the courtroom, including community initiatives and legal education to improve his client representation.

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Family Law

At McKinney Law Group, we specialize in family law and are always there for our clients. We understand the emotional impacts a divorce and child custody matters can have on someone. Our lawyers will listen carefully to your concerns and are prepared to assist you with divorce, child support, alimony, child custody and protective orders.

Because no two people or families are the same, we take an individualized approach with each case. We take the time to get to know our clients so that we can lead them in the right direction. Our lawyers work hard to help clients reach a fair agreement out of court, but are prepared to take any case to trial.

  • Starting the Divorce Process
    Family Law

    Starting the Divorce Process

    The first step in the divorce process in Florida is filing a Petition for a Dissolution of Marriage. The petition states what you are requesting in terms of asset division, child support, child custody and alimony. One of our skilled family lawyers will be more than happy to assist you with this.

  • What’s Included in Marital Property
    Family Law

    What’s Included in Marital Property

    Marital property refers to assets acquired during the course of a marriage. Some of the assets may include homes, vehicles, boats, retirement accounts, businesses and stocks.

  • Full Custody
    Family Law

    Full Custody

    While judges typically prefer to grant shared custody arrangements, they may give full custody under certain circumstances. For example, if one parent has a history of physical abuse, a judge may likely grant full custody to the other parent.

  • Alimony
    Family Law

    Alimony

    Judges will consider many factors when deciding to grant alimony or not, such as the length of the marriage, earning capacity of each spouse and education levels of each spouse. For example, if your spouse supported you financially during your marriage while you stayed at home, you may qualify for alimony.

  • How Child Support Is Calculated
    Family Law

    How Child Support Is Calculated

    The family court system in Florida uses several factors to calculate child support, including the gross income of each spouse, the number of children and the number of overnights each parent has with the children.

  • Requesting an Increase in Child Support
    Family Law

    Requesting an Increase in Child Support

    If there ever comes a time when you need more child support, you will have to file a supplemental petition for modification of child support. You must demonstrate to the court that your circumstances have changed dramatically. For instance, if you injured yourself and can’t work for a while, you may be able to obtain more child support.

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