Atty. Brian E. McKinley

Atty. Brian E. McKinley

Brian E. McKinley graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 2000 and has been an attorney with Wilder Mahood McKinley & Oglesby since 2001.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (412) 991-1018 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brian E. McKinley at a glance

Brian E. McKinley is a Partner based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Wilder Mahood McKinley & Oglesby. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2001). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Kent State University (B.B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, Allegheny County Bar Association. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian E. McKinley graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 2000 and has been an attorney with Wilder Mahood McKinley & Oglesby since 2001
  • While attending law school, Mr. McKinley received the Family Law Award presented to the student achieving the highest grade in the Family Law course
  • Prior to attending law school, Mr. McKinley attended Kent State University where he majored in Finance and graduated cum laude with a Bachelors of Business Administration Degree
  • Mr. McKinley is a member of the Family Law Section of the American Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, Allegheny County Bar Association, and a former member of the Pittsburgh Matrimonial American Inn of Court
  • He is a recent graduate of the Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute at the University of Houston School of Law
  • He serves on the Council and the Rules Committee of the Family Law Section of the Allegheny County Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Brian E. McKinley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian E. McKinley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Brian E. McKinley is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Child Custody & Visitation

Brian E. McKinley is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Brian E. McKinley is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Brian E. McKinley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Brian E. McKinley is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pittsburgh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Pennsylvania attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Pittsburgh or all attorneys in Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian E. McKinley

Where is Brian E. McKinley's law office located?
Brian E. McKinley's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Wilder Mahood McKinley & Oglesby. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian E. McKinley handle?
Brian E. McKinley focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Brian E. McKinley practiced law?
Brian E. McKinley has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Brian E. McKinley go to law school?
Brian E. McKinley earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Brian E. McKinley for a consultation?
You can contact Brian E. McKinley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brian E. McKinley received?
Brian E. McKinley's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 2000
B.B.A.
Kent State University
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2001

Reviews

4.2
5 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.