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Kelly Renz Mcneal

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  • Gainesville, FL
  • Licensed for 13 years
Kelly Renz Mcneal
Kelly Renz Mcneal
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About Kelly

Ligation is an unfortunate reality. Let me help you through a difficult family or business matter.

McNeal Legal, LLC is committed to providing legal services to businesses and individuals in a professional, timely and cost efficient manner. 

We work with you, not against you, to determine how best to proceed with your case, and to best advise you of possible outcomes given the current law. Providing quality legal services isn’t just something we say, it is something we do.

While taking your case to trial is sometimes the only way to obtain the desired result, often skilled negotiation and facilitated dialogue can mediate disputes between the parties, saving you both time and money.  Whether a case proceeds to trial or concludes with a negotiated agreement, we are dedicated to listening to clients, understanding their unique situation and goals and working intelligently and relentlessly to achieve those outcomes.

Practice areas

OtherAppealsLitigationFamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 40%

    Divorce, time-sharing, child support, alimony, domestic violence.

    10 years

  2. Family: 30%

    Divorce, time-sharing, child support, alimony, domestic violence.

    10 years

  3. Litigation: 20%

    Contact, real estate, and business disputes.

    13 years

  4. Appeals: 5%

    Civil and Family law appeals

    13 years

  1. Landlord or tenant: 5%

    Landlord/tenant evictions and contract disputes

    13 years

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

2830 NW 41st Street
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McNeal Legal, LLC

2830 NW 41st Street
Suite L
Gainesville, FL, 32606

Office (352) 283-8151

http://mcneallegal.com/

McNeal Legal, LLC, Divorce Lawyers, Family Law Attorney, Appeals Court, Gainesville, FL

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
FLMember in Good Standing200609/12/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers41
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Award of ExcellenceDaimler Benz1994
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Managing PartnerMcNeal Legal, LLC2013 - Present
Managing PartnerMcNeal & Yochim, P.L.2009 - 2013
Managing PartnerMcNeal & Saini, P.L.2008 - 2009
AssociateLaw Office of Jack M. Ross, P.A.2005 - 2008
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Business Networking InternationalLeadership Team2015 - Present
Business Networking InternationalMember2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember2006 - Present
James C. Adkins, Jr. American Inn of CourtGroup Leader2006 - Present
Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar AssociationMember2006 - Present
Academy of Florida Trial LawyersMember2006 - Present
Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident2008 - 2010
Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionDirector2006 - 2008
Gainesville Regional Soccer LeagueVice President2003 - 2010
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Florida Law WeeklyDissolution of marriage -- Child custody -- Modification -- Appeals2013
Journal of Abnormal Child PsychologyOn-Line Story Representation in Boys with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder2003
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of LawJ.D.2005
University of KentuckyM.S.2001
University of FloridaB.S.1999
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Second Parent Adoption SeminarSecond Parent Adoptions2015
James C. Adkins, Jr. American Inn of CourtLawyer Advertising and Solicitation2013
Fostercare Workshop: Learn your rights and talk about your futureWhat you need to know when you enter into a lease2009
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Confidential Family Law Matter-Appeal- Child CustodySuccessfully defended the appeal
Confidential Family Law Matter-RelocationClient permitted to relocate out of state with children
Confidential Civil Ligation matterPlaintiff dismissed their complaint
Modification of Dissolution of Marriage Motion to StayDenial of Stay
Confidential Family Law Matter-Child CustodyClient obtained majority time sharing with child
Confidential Civil Ligation matterAt trial, after cross examination, Plaintiff dismissed their case.
Confidential Civil Ligation matterCase dismissed, client did not have to pay Plaintiff any funds

Reviews

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Review Kelly Mcneal

Highly Recommend

Posted by anonymousThu May 24 2018

From the start, Kelly was professional and confident. She took the time to learn the facts and hear what we had to say. She was very fair with how she charged for her time, but did thorough research and, despite our unusual case, came to litigation ready with strong case law. We got the result we wanted and needed for the safety of our kids. We would absolutely hire her again.
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Attorney endorsements

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Adam Stout, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 2, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

In my mind, Kelly McNeal sets the standard for a family law attorney. She is sharp, intelligent, and aggressively advocates on behalf of her client. Without reservation, I endorse her skills and qualifications as a family law attorney.

Robert Warren, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Kelly is a fierce advocate for her clients. She has a tremendous determination and will to get the very best result possible for every client, and she has the skills to achieve it. If you are faced with a divorce, child custody, child support, or other family law related issue, I recommend Kelly without hesitation.

Bennett Hutson, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 25, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Ms. McNeal cares a great deal about her clients, and it shows in the both the exceptional work she does and the results she obtains for her clients and their families.

Nick Zissimopulos, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Kelly in action and she is spectacular. She is prepared, intelligent and in command in a courtroom. She cares about the clients and is the kind of lawyer that a person wants if they are going through a divorce or dealing with child custody issues.

Adam Vorhis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 17, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Kelly does a great job for her clients and is a fantastic family law attorney.

Joshua Silverman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 23, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Ms. McNeal and I have litigated many matters together. She is not my favorite lawyer to litigate against -- not because she is not pleasant and professional, but because she is very smart, very tough and does an outstanding job for her clients. I give her my highest endorsement.

Byron Flagg, Environmental and natural resources Attorney on Aug 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known Kelly Mcneal for several years and have high regard for not only her legal skills but also her second-to-none approach with clients. She goes above and beyond the call of duty time and again to help people. Her clients area always well served when she is advocating for them.

Frederick Koberlein, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I am happy to endorse Kelly Mcneal. Kelly is active in the legal community and dedicates herself to continually educating herself on the law.

Gina Famularo, Child custody Attorney on Jul 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Gregory Buckley, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 1, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. She works hard to represent her client's interests while at the same time working with the other side to resolve the situation expeditiously.

Christian Straile, Family Attorney on Jan 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

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  • Hourly Rates$300-$300/hour
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card

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