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01/17/26

Living “Separate and Apart” in Asheville: The Definitive Guide to North Carolina’s Separation Laws

For couples in Buncombe County who have decided to end their marriage, the journey does not begin with a divorce decree. It begins with the physical act of separation. In many states, you can file fo...

Divorce

01/17/26

Destroying Property Has Consequences—But Only to a Point: What Michener v. Michener Means for Florida Divorce Cases

The January 22, 2025 opinion in Michener v. Michener from the District Court of Appeal of Florida, Third Districtaddresses a novel and emotionally charged issue in equitable distributi...

Divorce

01/16/26

Marital Funds Paying Down Nonmarital Property Still Count: What Kerrigan v. Page Means for Florida Divorce Cases

The December 27, 2024 decision in Kerrigan v. Page from the District Court of Appeal of Florida, Second Districtaddresses a deceptively common but frequently misunderstood issue in Flo...

Divorce

01/16/26

Protecting Your Furry Family Members: The Complete Guide to Pet-Nups in Tampa

The way we view our pets has shifted dramatically over the last few decades. For many couples living in the Tampa Bay area, a dog or a cat is not simply a piece of property or a security system for t...

prenuptial agreement

01/15/26

Preparing for 2026: A Checklist for Filing for Divorce in Tampa

The start of a new year leads many people to reflect on their lives, habits, goals, and major decisions. For some, 2026 represents a turning point and an opportunity to separate from a marriage that ...

Divorce

01/15/26

Pension Division Cannot Be Ignored: What Cancel v. Cancel Means for Florida Divorce Cases

The December 18, 2024 decision in Cancel v. Cancel from the District Court of Appeal of Florida, Second Districtdelivers an important reminder for trial courts and divorce practitioner...

Divorce

01/14/26

Co-Parenting Resolutions for 2026: A Strategic Guide to a Smoother Year from a Tampa Custody Lawyer

Updated January 15, 2026 The arrival of 2026 offers more than just a change in the calendar year. For separated or divorced parents, it presents a distinct opportunity to reset the dynamic of thei...

Custody

01/14/26

Small Errors, Real Consequences: What Bell v. Bell Teaches Florida Divorce Courts About Equitable Distribution

The January 17, 2025 decision in Bell v. Bell from the District Court of Appeal of Florida, Fifth District may appear modest at first glance. The appellate court affirmed nearly e...

Divorce

01/13/26

The Hidden Costs of Cheap Legal Solutions: Why DIY Divorce Forms Often Fail in North Carolina

When a marriage ends in Buncombe County, the immediate instinct for many couples is to find the fastest and least expensive exit strategy available. The emotional toll of a separation often leads to ...

Divorce

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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!
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Living “Separate and Apart” in Asheville: The Definitive Guide to North Carolina’s Separation Laws

Destroying Property Has Consequences—But Only to a Point: What Michener v. Michener Means for Florida Divorce Cases

Marital Funds Paying Down Nonmarital Property Still Count: What Kerrigan v. Page Means for Florida Divorce Cases

Protecting Your Furry Family Members: The Complete Guide to Pet-Nups in Tampa

Preparing for 2026: A Checklist for Filing for Divorce in Tampa

Pension Division Cannot Be Ignored: What Cancel v. Cancel Means for Florida Divorce Cases

Co-Parenting Resolutions for 2026: A Strategic Guide to a Smoother Year from a Tampa Custody Lawyer

Small Errors, Real Consequences: What Bell v. Bell Teaches Florida Divorce Courts About Equitable Distribution

The Hidden Costs of Cheap Legal Solutions: Why DIY Divorce Forms Often Fail in North Carolina

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