Jared, the younger of the two McKinney brothers, lives in Guy, Arkansas. During his time at University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law, Jared participated in litigation, mediation and tax clinics. Jared is married to the former Ann Marie Olson of Arkadelphia. The couple has seven children, four boys and three girls.
Divorce
Family Law
Criminal Law
BA in Political Science
BA in History
Juris Doctor
Quincy loves the thrill of the courtroom and the excitement of practicing law. The older McKinney brother lives in Conway, Arkansas. He is married to Amy McKinney and they have seven children, five boys and two girls. He enjoys riding bikes, camping, and fishing with his children, as well as just spending time with his family.
Divorce
Family Law
Criminal Law
BA in Political Science
BA in History
Juris Doctor
Filing for divorce is never easy. Not only are you ending a relationship, but you must painstakingly divide up your assets and take your children into consideration as well. Who will they spend most of their time with? How will they be psychologically affected by their parents splitting up?
We understand and can predict how the rural and city courts will react to divorce cases. Because Arkansas is not a no-fault state, fault must be proven on at least one side of the marriage in order for the divorce to be finalized. This ensures a lengthy and complicated legal process, lasting anywhere from 6 to 18 months depending on the amount of evidence and whether or not children are involved.
We are great advocates of taking care of the emotional needs of children going through a divorce. You can download our Children's Bill of Rights and our From Parenting Wars to Co-Parenting guide.
Whether you’ve been served with papers or would like to file for divorce yourself, we will work with you to make sure you are prepared. Many deadlines must be filed, evidence will need to be gathered to prove fault, and details of your parenting duties will need to be documented if you and your spouse had children together. We can help you every step of the way, and keep you up to date on your case as it progresses.
At McKinney & McKinney, we know how emotionally taxing a divorce can be. When you work with a smaller firm such as ours, you’re able to work directly with your attorney. You’ll have the peace of mind knowing your case will never be handed off to someone you’ve never met. Our goal is to be thoroughly transparent and accessible throughout this difficult time. We are readily available and return phone calls as quickly as possible so you never feel out of the loop.
Family is important to us. We’re two brothers who went through our undergraduate programs, law school and now practice law together. Together, we work with families spanning a variety of sensitive topics. We cover everything from post-divorce proceedings, custody, child support, guardianships, and stepparent adoptions. We work to fight on your behalf, because we understand how important family is.
Once your divorce is legally finalized, you may still come across a number of issues, even years down the line. Changes in child support may occur if your former spouse changes jobs and makes significantly less now. A stepparent may wish to adopt their stepchild if their parent is out of the picture or passes away.
Apart from post-divorce proceedings, we handle a variety of family law issues. You may wish to set up a guardianship in case you die or become disabled. Assigning a family member or friend to have custody over your children if anything happens to you is extremely important, otherwise the courts will most likely deem your “closest relative” as the new guardian. This is not always the same person who you or the other parent would choose.
Throughout the process, we’ll make sure to explain steps we are taking to finalize your separation. We pride ourselves on being able to translate legalese into plain English to avoid confusion. This is one of the biggest events of your life, and we want you to be a part of and understand every last detail.
If you’ve been arrested or are suspected of committing a crime, it’s imperative to contact an attorney as soon as possible. Depending on the alleged crime, your time may be running out to file the appropriate paperwork, to gather evidence, or to establish a solid defense. Let McKinney & McKinney come to your aid. Never speak with the police without an attorney present. Assert your right to remain silent.
Common reasons Arkansas residents hire criminal defense attorneys include:
We can handle these cases along with just about any other misdemeanor or felony. If you’ve been pulled over for a traffic violation, were subjected to an unreasonable search of your car or person, or were wrongfully accused of domestic abuse, call us today. Your rights may have been violated in the process, and we will fight aggressively on your behalf.
We have experience working with the Arkansas court system ad will competently and aggressively prepare your defense.
We are never afraid to go to court.
When you choose a larger firm, you’re just a number in a very long list of clients. Your case may be shuffled around, and you may not hear updates about your situation for months at a time. At McKinney & McKinney, we believe our clients deserve better.
Every client is important to the staff at McKinney & McKinney. Our dedicated team will return your phone calls promptly and will give you updates on your case as they come in. The brothers are dedicated to working hard for every individual.
If you have a strong case that is causing you to struggle financially, please, don’t hesitate to contact us today. We will assess your situation and help to the best of our ability. Whether you've been accused of a violent crime or are going through a messy divorce, we will attend to your case with the personal care and attention it needs.
The law can be confusing to the layman, and we work hard to communicate in terms that are easy to digest. It’s important to us you feel comfortable throughout the entire process of your case, from start to finish. We take the extra time and effort to walk our clients through every step, making sure they have a thorough understanding before they make any big decisions.
Other firms may push you to accept a lower settlement even when they know you deserve more. Why would they do this? Because trials take time, painstaking effort and money to do well. For example, a divorce with custody or complicated property issues in Arkansas can take up to two years or more due to the amount of evidence and witness depositions that need to be gathered in order to prove your case.
When it’s in your best interest, we’re not afraid to go to court, and we know when we have a case strong enough to face a judge or jury. The simple fact that we are willing to go to trial often leads to better settlements in the end, as other parties will generally want to avoid the expense. If we do end up in court, we will take the necessary actions to build a strong argument and bring forth the best case possible.
We have practice working in courts all over the state. We prefer working in Faulkner and surrounding counties because we’ve established relationships with judges and court staff in these communities and know how to prepare and what to expect. Understanding how to prepare and what to expect gives us an advantage when preparing for trial.
Our office is located about 30 miles north of Little Rock in Conway, Aransas. We mainly serve clients from Faulkner, Pulaski, Perry, Conway, Cleburne, Van Buren, Searcy, and White counties, but we handle cases all over the state. We focus on family law, criminal defense and personal injury, but will take civil law cases, such as contract and property disputes.
The McKinney brothers were raised on a 200-acre farm in Mt. Vernon, Arkansas, where their parents taught them the value of hard work and the importance of integrity.
After serving two-year missions for their church, Quincy and Jared attended UCA where they each earned a double major in political science and history. Quincy graduated Cum Laude, and Jared was Summa Cum Laude.
The brothers then attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law where they excelled in trial advocacy and oral arguments. Growing up, attending college and law school, and now working together has created the incredible team at McKinney & McKinney. Their family values carry over to their law practice.
You won’t be able to find the kind of personal attention at a larger firm that you'll experience at our family's law firm. Set up a consultation to discuss your case with McKinney & McKinney, and you’ll notice how open, personable and accessible these two lawyers and their friendly staff are.
Speak with Jared and Quincy, and they can help you understand what your next step should be. There is $150 consultation fee for first time clients.
