When a family loses someone, one of the first practical questions is how long it will take to settle the estate. There is no single answer, because the timeline depends on the type of administration, the assets involved, and whether disputes arise. But Florida law builds in specific waiting periods that shape every case. Understanding...
A will speaks after you die. A power of attorney speaks while you are alive but unable, or unavailable, to act for yourself. For most Florida families, it is one of the most consequential documents in an estate plan, and one of the least understood. What a power of attorney is A power of attorney...
It is one of the most common questions people ask before starting a divorce: should I rush to file before my spouse does? The worry is understandable. It can feel like whoever files first gets a head start. Here is what filing first actually means under Florida law. Florida is a no-fault divorce state Under...
If you or your spouse owns a business, your divorce comes with an extra layer of questions. Who keeps the company? What is it actually worth? And why do the tax returns look nothing like the life you have been living? A business in a Florida divorce is often the largest and most complicated asset...
Every year, the Bradenton Herald invites the community to vote for the businesses and professionals they trust most through the Bradenton’s Best People’s Choice awards. The results for 2026 are in, and our whole team is celebrating. McNary Law has been voted Bradenton’s Best in Family Law for the fifth time, making us the only...
Few divorce topics generate more anxiety or more outdated information than alimony. Florida’s alimony statute was significantly amended in 2023, and much of what you will read online describes a law that no longer exists. Here is what section 61.08, Florida Statutes, provides today. The four types of alimony Under section 61.08(1)(a), a Florida court...
BRADENTON, Fla. (June 1, 2026) McNary Law, a Bradenton-based family law and estate planning firm, today announced that attorney Maura Isaacs has joined the firm. Isaacs brings more than a decade of courtroom experience spanning criminal prosecution, police legal counsel, and civil litigation to families navigating divorce, custody, and related matters across the Tampa Bay...
Each March, Women’s History Month invites reflection on the women who have shaped our laws, our communities, and our families. This year’s theme, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future,” highlights women who are rebuilding systems to create long-term stability in every area of life, from the economy to education and social justice. For...
In today’s connected world, our lives exist as much online as they do offline. From email accounts and social media profiles to online banking and photo storage, we leave behind a complex network of digital assets. But what happens to those accounts, files, and memories after we pass away? Without proper planning, your loved ones...
Planning for the future isn’t just about finances—it’s also about your health. Advance directives give you control over the medical decisions that affect your life, even if you can’t speak for yourself. Whether you’re young and healthy or managing ongoing health concerns, having an advance directive in place ensures your wishes are respected when it...