BRADENTON, FL — May 19, 2025 — McNary Powers, PLLC, a trusted legal advocate for families and individuals across Manatee and Sarasota counties, is proud to announce its new name: McNary Law. The change reflects the firm’s continued evolution and commitment to delivering accessible, personalized legal services in family law, criminal defense, injunctions, litigation, and mediation....
We are excited to welcome Attorney Melinda Delpech to the McNary Law team as Of Counsel. Based in Sarasota, Melinda brings over 25 years of dedicated experience in marital and family law, further strengthening our mission to deliver compassionate, strategic advocacy to families across Florida. Melinda’s practice focuses on helping clients navigate life’s most challenging...
We are proud to announce that Libby McNary, Managing Partner of McNary Powers, has joined the Pace Center for Girls, Manatee Board of Directors! Libby’s dedication to empowering young women and giving back to our community aligns perfectly with Pace’s mission to provide girls with an opportunity for a brighter future through education, counseling, and...
The legal process for obtaining an injunction in Florida can be complicated and confusing, but it is important to understand the steps involved if you are considering seeking an injunction. Types of Injunctions in Florida There are several types of injunctions available in Florida, each with its own specific requirements and legal standards. The most...
Attorney Sean Powers was recently a guest on Law and Sarasota. Judge Andrea McHugh and her guests discuss the Guardian Ad Litem program(s) in the 12th Judicial Circuit. Around the 8:00 mark, she speaks on the guardian ad litem process.
When taking the significant step of considering divorce, the first formal move is often a consultation with a divorce attorney. It can be a daunting process, but with preparation, you can ensure the conversation is as productive as possible. Here’s how to get ready for that initial meeting with an attorney: 1. Collect All Relevant...
When two people decide to get married, the last thing they want to think about is the possibility of divorce. However, statistics show that around 40 to 50 percent of marriages in the United States end in divorce. While no one wants to start a marriage with a sense of negativity or distrust, it’s important...
In Florida, the general rule is that any property acquired during a marriage is considered marital property and subject to equitable distribution in a divorce. However, personal injury settlements may be treated differently depending on the specific circumstances. In a Florida personal injury case, the injured spouse may recover economic or non-economic damages. Economic damages...
Florida’s Senate Bill 1416 was signed by Governor DeSantis on June 30, 2023. It applies to all initial petitions for dissolution of marriage that are filed or pending on July 1, 2023. This new law brings about some of the most significant changes to alimony the State of Florida has ever seen. While this is...
What can be done? While it may not be explicitly known to you as parents and students, when children attend school, be it public or private, you and your child are often agreeing to abide by a specific code of conduct. There are times this code of conduct is physically provided, other times you are...