Kelly Renz Mcneal

Kelly Renz Mcneal

4.6
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Gainesville, FL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Litigation ... +2 more

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

About Kelly

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

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

17 years

40%
Family 30%

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

17 years

30%
Litigation 20%

Contact, real estate, and business disputes.

20 years

20%
Appeals 5%

Civil and Family law appeals

20 years

5%
Landlord or Tenant 5%

Landlord/tenant evictions and contract disputes

20 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2006

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

McNeal Legal, LLC

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

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Kelly Renz Mcneal's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She only cares for what she can squeeze out of you.

I had her represent me in a divorce case. We had an agreement of $7500 retainer until she did the discovery and found out I could afford much more. Then hours started to accumulate. We end up in court and she choked. For all the hours I laid her reviewing the QA in court, she gets there and forget...s everything. At times opposing council laughed at her. I was forced to settle because I was going to lose big. My court was a 4 days long and on day two she realized her under performance and told me via phone and text I have to come to court the next day with an $80,000 check or she will ask the judge to get off my case. She got paid. To this point I was never late for a payment and the escrow account per agreement was always at $7500 on the start of the month. She couldn’t even justify the need for that much money other than she said she needed it for the hours she will putting in for the court. Where in the world do you have to pay for hours not yet logged? I didn’t know any better then, but I’m now in process of complaining to the Bar for this misconduct. I hope they disbar her. She screwed my trial royally. I could have performed better than her and I’m not even a lawyer. At least I would remember to cross question the opposing witnesses. Don’t make the same mistake I did and get an informed lawyer.

Kelly Mcneal

Replied last December 04, 2023

A lawyer’s duty to keep client confidences has few exceptions and in an abundance of caution I do not feel at liberty to respond in a point by point fashion in this forum. Suffice it to say that I do not believe that the post presents a fair and accurate picture of the events which occurred over 4 years ago.

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly Recommend

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 wan...ted and needed for the safety of our kids. We would absolutely hire her again.

Posted by Marla | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Kelly helped me through a very difficult and long divorce. She fought for me and is still fighting for me over a year after my divorce was finalized. I can’t imagine having anyone else by my side except Kelly. Thank you Kelly!

Posted by Chrissy | November 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A fabulous, intelligent, hardcore lawyer. Truly the best.

Kelly represented me in an emotional, grueling custody battle. She was very professional and knowledgeable and she worked hard on my case. The service that she provided for my family was priceless. She met with me several times between court dates to discuss my concerns and she addressed them all. He...r staff is wonderful also. I didn't get everything I wanted in court but we were able to figure out a plan that was safe for my children, and that they will be supervised at all times. We are still working on finalizing everything and I will be keeping Kelly on back up in case we ever have to go back to court. She has a great sense of humor too!

Posted by Robin | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Outstanding Attorney!

Kelly is an outstanding attorney who knows her craft well. She helped me navigate through some very tough legal issues involving my family. My only regret is not finding her sooner. She's smart, ethical, trustworthy and truly dedicated to helping her clients. Her staff is just as caring and professio...nal as she is. If she's on your side you're in great hands.

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Kelly Renz Mcneal's Lawyer Endorsements

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Adam Stout

Family lawyer | Dec 02

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."

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Robert Warren

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 09

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."

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Bennett Hutson

Family lawyer | Aug 25

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."

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Nick Zissimopulos

Family lawyer | Aug 19

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."

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Adam Vorhis

Family lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Joshua Silverman

Family lawyer | Mar 22

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."

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Byron Flagg

Unknown lawyer | Aug 20

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."

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Frederick Koberlein

Family lawyer | Jul 10

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."

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Gina Famularo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Buckley

Family lawyer | Jul 01

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."

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Christian Straile

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

1994

Award of Excellence, Daimler Benz

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Managing Partner, McNeal Legal, LLC

2009 - 2013

Managing Partner, McNeal & Yochim, P.L.

2008 - 2009

Managing Partner, McNeal & Saini, P.L.

2005 - 2008

Associate, Law Office of Jack M. Ross, P.A.

Associations

2015 - Present

Business Networking International

Leadership Team

2014 - Present

Business Networking International

Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

James C. Adkins, Jr. American Inn of Court

Group Leader

2006 - Present

Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers

Member

2008 - 2010

Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

President

2006 - 2008

Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Director

2003 - 2010

Gainesville Regional Soccer League

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential Family Law Matter-Appeal- Child Custody

Successfully defended the appeal

Confidential Family Law Matter-Relocation

Client permitted to relocate out of state with children

Confidential Civil Ligation matter

Plaintiff dismissed their complaint

Modification of Dissolution of Marriage Motion to Stay

Denial of Stay

Confidential Family Law Matter-Child Custody

Client obtained majority time sharing with child

Confidential Civil Ligation matter

At trial, after cross examination, Plaintiff dismissed their case.

Confidential Civil Ligation matter

Case dismissed, client did not have to pay Plaintiff any funds

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Education

2005

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

J.D.

2001

University of Kentucky

M.S.

1999

University of Florida

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2019

Guest Lecturer Florida A&M University Law School

Florida Family Law Statutes and Caselaw Overview

2018

Guest Lecturer Florida A&M University Law School

Florida Family Law Statutes and Caselaw Overview

2017

Guest Lecturer Florida A&M University Law School

Florida Family Law Statutes and Caselaw Overview

2015

Second Parent Adoption Seminar

Second Parent Adoptions

2013

James C. Adkins, Jr. American Inn of Court

Lawyer Advertising and Solicitation

2009

Fostercare Workshop: Learn your rights and talk about your future

What you need to know when you enter into a lease

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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