Mackoy, Hernández, Jones and Woods LLP - Frisco, TX

Compassionate and Strategic Family Law Representation in Frisco

When facing the emotional and financial challenges of a marital breakdown or family dispute, selecting the right legal counsel can make a profound difference in the outcome of your life and family stability. Mackoy, Hernández, Jones and Woods LLP has proudly served North Texas residents since 2004 from its primary office located on Legacy Drive in Frisco. Backed by more than 100 years of combined legal experience, the firm team of accomplished partners-including Deborah Mackoy, Lisa R. Hernandez, Laura E. Jones, D. Kay Woods, and Robert J. Matlock-collaborate closely on every case. Clients who hire an attorney from this esteemed practice gain tailored advocacy designed to protect family relationships, financial stability, and parental rights.

Protecting Parental Rights and Child Well-Being

Few legal conflicts carry higher stakes than those concerning the welfare and custody of minor children. The attorneys recognize that every family dynamic is unique and reject one-size-fits-all legal strategies. When parents need a lawyer immediately to protect their relationship with their children, the firm offers comprehensive guidance across all aspects of Texas family statutes, including:

• Conservatorship determinations regarding medical, educational, and legal decision-making authority
• Possession and access schedules structured around the best interest of the child
• Child support establishment, modification of support orders, and enforcement actions
• Relocation disputes and interstate jurisdictional family law proceedings
• Adoption proceedings and termination of parental rights cases
• Interventions and protective advocacy in child protection agency matters

High-Asset Divorce and Marital Property Division

Marital dissolutions involving substantial wealth, executive compensation packages, family businesses, and complex investment portfolios require sophisticated financial acumen. The firm divorce lawyers work with trusted financial analysts and appraisers to accurately identify separate versus community property under Texas law. From evaluating private business interests and real estate holdings to dividing retirement pensions and executive stock options, the attorneys negotiate from positions of factual strength to achieve fair property divisions without unnecessary posturing.

Collaborative Law and Certified Family Mediation

While prepared to advocate aggressively in court whenever trial litigation becomes necessary, the firm places substantial emphasis on alternative dispute resolution. Several firm partners are certified family law mediators and trained collaborative law professionals. By encouraging constructive dialogue, collaborative negotiations, and mediation conferences, they assist spouses in resolving contested issues outside the public courtroom. This cooperative approach minimizes emotional distress, shields children from conflict, and avoids the exorbitant financial costs of protracted trials.

Estate Planning and Probate Services

In addition to family law advocacy, Mackoy, Hernández, Jones and Woods LLP provides trusted counsel in estate planning and probate administration. The firm assists clients in drafting last wills, establishing guardian designations, establishing power of attorney authorizations, and executing health care directives. Following the passing of a family member, the probate lawyers guide executors and personal representatives through the probate process with efficiency and dignity. If you are looking to find a lawyer who will handle your family matter with utmost care and legal excellence, contact Mackoy, Hernández, Jones and Woods LLP in Frisco to schedule an appointment.