Atty. Brian M. McDonnell

Atty. Brian M. McDonnell

Brian M. McDonnell is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, domestic relations law, family law and 13 other areas of law.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian M. McDonnell at a glance

Brian M. McDonnell is a Member based in West Palm Beach, Florida, practicing at Brian M. McDonnell, P.A.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, probate, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1975), U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1975), Florida (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1989). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1975) and West Virginia University (A.B., 1968). Active member of Family Law Section, West Virginia Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian M. McDonnell is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, domestic relations law, family law and 13 other areas of law
  • Brian received a A.B. degree from West Virginia University in 1968, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Brian practices at Brian M. McDonnell, P.A. in West Palm Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Brian M. McDonnell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian M. McDonnell 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.

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Wills

Brian M. McDonnell is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Child Custody & Visitation

Brian M. McDonnell is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Florida →

Probate

Brian M. McDonnell is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in West Palm Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian M. McDonnell

Where is Brian M. McDonnell's law office located?
Brian M. McDonnell's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. The firm is Brian M. McDonnell, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian M. McDonnell handle?
Brian M. McDonnell focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, probate, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Brian M. McDonnell practiced law?
Brian M. McDonnell has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Brian M. McDonnell go to law school?
Brian M. McDonnell earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1968).
How can I contact Brian M. McDonnell for a consultation?
You can contact Brian M. McDonnell 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.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1975
A.B.
West Virginia University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1975
Florida
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1989

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