Alita P. McKinnon
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Biography
Alita McKinnon has been practicing matrimonial law for more than 14 years. After working independently on complex cases with another prominent matrimonial firm, Ms. McKinnon brought her talents to Tabat, Cohen, Blum & Yovino, LLP in 2011 and made the firm even better. Her research, writing, negotiation and courtroom skills make her an integral part of the team.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in New York for 26 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Tabat, Cohen, Blum, Yovino & Diesa, PC
150 Motor Parkway, Suite 425, Hauppauge, NY, 11788
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Alita P. McKinnon's Reviews
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Posted by Laura | April 24, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Alita is the BEST!
I am so impressed with Alita's skills and knowledge regarding her handling my divorce. She is attentive, professional, and has a way of making a person feel completely at ease in her office when discussing sensitive issues. She immediately responds to my emails and is attentive to my concerns. I woul...
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"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. McKinnon is a well respected attorney in Long island and truly cares for her clients. She will provide excellent representation to anyone looking for an attorney in the matrimonial field."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is highly skilled in the area of divorce and family law. She is focused and tough, but compassionate and caring and can articulate the law, in writing or in oral argument, as well as any attorney I know."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top Lawyer, American Lawyer
2014
Lead Counsel Rated, Thompson Reuters
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top Ten Attorney Award , N.Y. Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Long Island Legal Leader, ALM
2014
Top 100 Lawyers (Matrimonial & Family Law), The National Advocates
2014
10 Best Under 40, Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Attorney, Tabat, Cohen, Blum & Yovino
1999 - 2010
Attorney, Law Offices Of Anthony A. Capetola
Associations
Member
Member
Member
1998 - 1999
New York International Law ReviewMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Wife awarded lifetime maintenance
Education
1999
J.D.
1996
B.A.
Languages
English
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