McNary Law

McNary Law Divorce, Family Law, Estate Planning, and Mediation Attorneys serving Florida’s Suncoast. At McNary Law, your best interests are our priority.

McNary Law was founded by Libby McNary, who has been practicing law since 2010 and envisioned a firm dedicated to providing personalized legal representation tailored to each client’s unique needs. We recognize that legal matters can be deeply personal and often stressful, which is why we approach every case with care, clarity, and a cost-conscious strategy. By maintaining a focus on the big pictu

re while addressing every critical detail, we work to resolve legal challenges efficiently without compromising the outcome you deserve. Whether through negotiation or litigation, our team stands by your side, advocating tenaciously at every stage of the legal process.

06/05/2026

No paperwork. No checklist. No pressure. The best way to prepare for a divorce consultation is simply to know what is most important to you and to be willing to share it.

Everything else can follow from there.

Posted as general information, not legal advice.

Schedule a consultation: mcnary.law or (941) 345-1662

We are proud to welcome attorney Maura Isaacs to McNary Law. Maura brings more than a decade of legal experience spannin...
06/04/2026

We are proud to welcome attorney Maura Isaacs to McNary Law. Maura brings more than a decade of legal experience spanning criminal prosecution, police legal counsel, and civil litigation, along with a deep commitment to the families navigating family law matters in our community. Welcome to the team, Maura.

06/04/2026

Does the higher earner automatically pay alimony in Florida? No.

The court starts with two questions. First, does one party have a need? Then, does the other party have the ability to pay? Only after both are answered does the court look at the type, amount, and duration, and the length of the marriage is one of the factors that can shape that.

Income matters. It just is not the only thing that matters. The full financial picture does too.

General information, not legal advice. Every case is different. Questions about how this could apply to your situation? We help clients across Bradenton, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Venice.

06/03/2026

What is the mediation process in family law?

Mediation is generally required in a divorce or paternity case. But required does not mean forced. The process is voluntary, which means there's no obligation to sign an agreement at the end.

Here's the usual setup: you and your attorney in one room, opposing counsel and the other party in another, and the mediator going back and forth to try to finalize a parenting plan or settlement agreement and help both sides reach an agreement.

Knowing what to expect can take some of the stress out of it.

General information only, not legal advice. Every case is different.

06/02/2026

Moving money before a divorce does not make it disappear.

In Florida, both spouses must disclose their finances, and a court can account for assets that were intentionally moved or hidden. Honesty protects you. Shady transfers usually surface.

General information, not legal advice.

06/01/2026

"I paid for the house, so I keep it." Not always true in Florida.

If you owned a home before marriage and later added your spouse to the deed, the law presumes you made a gift to the marriage. Once it is jointly titled, it is generally treated as a marital asset and split between both spouses, regardless of who paid.

A prenuptial agreement is one way to spell out what stays separate before that ever becomes a question. Nobody plans a wedding while picturing a divorce, but these are exactly the conversations worth having first.

Questions about protecting property you bring into a marriage? The team at McNary Law is here to help.

📍 Serving Bradenton, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, and the greater Tampa Bay area

05/29/2026

What you post can follow you into the courtroom.

Your Instagram Stories, photos, check-ins, and captions don't disappear when your case begins. Depending on what you share, that content can become evidence in a divorce or family law matter, from disputes over finances to parenting time.

Before you post, ask yourself how it might read to a judge.

McNary Law helps clients navigate divorce and family law across Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Sarasota, St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Venice.

05/28/2026

What actually makes a divorce "collaborative"?

It's not just a vibe or an attitude. It's a signed contract.

In a collaborative divorce, both spouses and both attorneys sign an agreement promising:
✔️ No motions filed
✔️ No courtroom
✔️ Planned meetings instead
✔️ Neutral experts (financial advisors, parenting coordinators) brought in as needed

And here's the part most people don't realize: if the case can't be settled collaboratively and someone files a petition to litigate, both spouses have to hire brand new attorneys.

That built-in commitment is what keeps everyone at the table working toward resolution.

Curious whether collaborative divorce could be a fit for your situation? Send us a DM or visit the link in our bio.

05/27/2026

What does "rebuttable presumption of equal time-sharing" actually mean in Florida?

Under Fla. Stat. § 61.13, if both parents are involved and both request a 50/50 schedule, the law presumes that equal time-sharing is in the child's best interest.

That means the burden shifts. The parent who disagrees must prove, by a preponderance of the evidence, that a 50/50 schedule is NOT in the child's best interests.

Have questions about how this could apply to your family? Send us a DM or visit the link in our bio.

05/26/2026

In Florida, divorce isn't community property. It's equitable distribution.

What does that mean? Any asset acquired or liability incurred between the date of marriage and the date of filing is generally split 50/50. The court starts with the presumption that marital assets and liabilities should be divided equally.

Could a party ask for an unequal split? Yes, but only in limited circumstances spelled out by statute.

Knowing where you stand before you file matters.

General information about Florida law, not legal advice. Every case is different.

📍 Serving Bradenton, Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Venice

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