Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Roseville, CA
At McKean Family Law A.P.C., we have dedicated ourselves to helping individuals and families navigate complex family law matters with professionalism and compassion. With over 25 years of experience, our practice focuses on divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, and other family law issues. Our attorneys combine legal expertise with personalized attention, ensuring clients receive strategic representation tailored to their unique circumstances.We prioritize protecting clients' rights while maintaining sensitivity to the emotional challenges inherent in family law cases. Our team's background includes extensive advocacy experience in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods. We serve clients in Roseville and the greater Sacramento area, offering free initial consultations to help individuals understand their legal options and make informed decisions about their future.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Spousal Support
Property Division
Legal Separation
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of specialized family law experience
- Our attorneys provide personalized attention to each client's unique needs
- Skilled in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods
- Committed to protecting client rights throughout legal proceedings
- Free 30-minute initial consultation with experienced attorneys
Services
Divorce Representation
Our experienced attorneys guide clients through all aspects of divorce proceedings, including property division, child custody, and spousal support. We provide strategic legal representation tailored to each client's unique circumstances while maintaining sensitivity to emotional challenges. Our team handles both contested and uncontested divorces with equal dedication to protecting client interests.
Child Custody
We help parents establish custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our services include creating parenting plans, modifying existing arrangements, and representing clients in custody disputes. Our attorneys understand the emotional complexity of these cases and work to achieve balanced, sustainable solutions for families.
Spousal Support
Our firm provides comprehensive guidance on spousal support matters during and after divorce proceedings. We help clients understand their rights and obligations regarding temporary and permanent support arrangements. Our attorneys advocate for fair financial settlements while considering factors like marriage duration, income disparities, and living standards.
Property Division
We assist clients with equitable division of marital assets and debts according to California law. Our services cover complex financial matters including real estate, business interests, and retirement accounts. Our attorneys work to ensure fair outcomes while navigating challenges related to high-asset divorces and contested property claims.
Legal Separation
We help couples establish legal separation agreements that address financial responsibilities, child custody, and support obligations. Our attorneys provide guidance on the legal implications of separation versus divorce while creating comprehensive agreements that protect client interests and provide clear frameworks for post-separation living arrangements.
People
Darci McKean
Founding Attorney
Darci McKean has dedicated her legal career to family law advocacy since working with Sacramento County Department of Child Support Services. With over 25 years of experience, she has resolved hundreds of family law cases through settlement, trial, or mediation while maintaining a commitment to personalized client representation.
Julie Sorensen
Legal Receptionist
Julie Sorensen brings paralegal expertise and customer service experience to her role as legal receptionist. With a degree in paralegal studies, she ensures smooth office operations and provides initial case support while maintaining client confidentiality and professionalism.
Adrielle Guzman
Administrative Manager
Adrielle Guzman manages billing and administrative operations with 20 years of experience in office management. Her organizational expertise ensures efficient case processing while maintaining focus on client service standards and financial transparency for the firm's legal matters.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, spousal support, property division, legal separation, and child support matters. Our attorneys have extensive experience handling both straightforward and complex family law cases.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free 30-minute phone consultations to help you understand your legal options and determine the best approach for your family law matter.
How are child custody decisions made in California?
California courts determine custody based on the child's best interests, considering factors like parental stability, child-parent relationships, and each parent's ability to meet the child's needs.
What factors affect spousal support determinations?
Spousal support considers income disparities, marriage duration, living standards during marriage, and each spouse's financial needs and earning capacity when determining appropriate support amounts.
How long does the divorce process take in California?
California has a minimum 6-month waiting period after filing. The actual duration depends on case complexity, cooperation between parties, and court schedules for contested matters.
Can I modify existing custody or support orders?
Yes, we can help modify custody or support arrangements when there's a significant change in circumstances. Our attorneys guide clients through demonstrating the need for modification to the court.
