Divorce Attorney in McKinney, TX

Serving McKinney & Collin County from Our Frisco Office

When your divorce involves real property, children, or a business, you need more than a single attorney working in isolation. Burrows Law Group brings over 100 years of combined legal experience to every case, serving McKinney and Collin County clients from our Frisco office. Our team has been featured as Dallas Leaders in Law in both Forbes and Fortune, and Managing Attorney Adam Burrows was selected for Best Lawyers in America 2026.

Adam Burrows was also recognized as a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2020 through 2025, a distinction awarded to fewer than 2.5% of attorneys in Texas. The firm holds recognition from the American Institute of Legal Professionals as a 10 Best Law Firm for 2026. These aren’t just accolades; they reflect the sustained standard our team brings to McKinney divorce matters.

Ready to talk through your situation? Call our team at (972) 236-7798 to schedule a consultation with a divorce attorney serving McKinney.

Why McKinney Clients Choose Burrows Law Group

Burrows Law Group assigns each case to attorneys matched to the specific issues at stake, so the attorney handling your custody questions isn’t the same person trying to untangle a business valuation. You get a single point of contact with the backing of a full team.

One of our most distinctive resources is Dr. Jessica Burrows, who holds a PhD, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) designation, and a Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE) credential. She serves as in-house counselor at the firm, not in a legal capacity, but as someone who understands the emotional weight of a divorce alongside the legal process.

Adam Burrows is an active member of the Collin County Bar Association’s Family Law Section, which means direct familiarity with how Collin County courts handle divorce proceedings. Melissa Ruden, our Board Certified Paralegal, adds procedural precision to case preparation. Whether your case settles through mediation or proceeds to trial, our team is prepared to represent you at every stage.

Types of Divorce Cases We Handle in McKinney

Collin County divorce cases are filed and heard in the district courts at the Russell A. Steindam Courts Building in McKinney. Those courts handle the full range of family law matters, from straightforward agreed decrees to complex contested proceedings with temporary orders and discovery.

We handle both contested and uncontested divorce for McKinney clients. An uncontested divorce moves forward when both spouses have reached agreement on property division, conservatorship, child support, and spousal maintenance. A contested divorce requires court intervention when those issues remain unresolved and may involve hearings before a judge and, ultimately, a trial.

Our divorce lawyer team also handles high-net-worth cases involving real estate, retirement accounts, stock options, and family-owned businesses. We offer mediation services and collaborative divorce as alternatives to litigation, and Adam Burrows has substantial experience in both settings. When a case can’t be resolved outside court, we’re ready to take it to trial.

Core Legal Issues in a McKinney Divorce

Texas is a community property state. Property acquired during the marriage is presumed to belong equally to both spouses, but a just division under the Texas Family Code doesn’t always mean an equal split. Fault in the breakdown of the marriage, such as adultery or cruelty, can influence how a Collin County court divides marital assets. Texas also allows no-fault divorce on grounds of insupportability.

Texas law uses the term conservatorship rather than custody. Courts may award joint managing conservatorship or sole managing conservatorship based on the best interests of the child. Spousal maintenance may be awarded when a spouse lacks sufficient property or earning capacity to meet minimum reasonable needs, subject to duration and amount limits under the Texas Family Code.

If separate property is at issue, the claiming spouse must prove it by clear and convincing evidence, which is a higher standard than the usual civil burden of proof. High-asset property division in Collin County often involves appraisals of real estate, retirement plans, and business interests. Our team’s background in small business formation and estate planning gives us useful context when these assets are on the table.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who Can File for Divorce in Collin County?

To file in Texas, one spouse must have lived in the state for at least six continuous months. Either spouse must have lived in the county where the divorce is filed for at least 90 days. The spouse who files is called the Petitioner; the spouse who receives the papers is the Respondent, who must file an answer by 10:00 a.m. on the first Monday following 20 days from the date of service.

How Long Does a Texas Divorce Take?

Texas law imposes a 60-day waiting period from the date the petition is filed before a court can finalize the divorce. Exceptions exist in cases involving family violence. Most divorce cases in Texas don’t go to trial. Many are resolved through negotiation, mediation, or an agreed decree before a final hearing.

Do I Need to Come to the Frisco Office?

We serve clients throughout McKinney and Collin County. Our Frisco office is convenient to the McKinney area, and our team works to accommodate clients’ schedules and circumstances. Contact us to discuss how we can best serve you.

Speak with a McKinney Divorce Attorney Today

Divorce touches finances, children, and your next chapter all at once. You shouldn’t navigate it without a team that understands every dimension. Burrows Law Group’s collaborative model means your case gets the attention it deserves from attorneys matched to your specific situation.

We represent clients at every stage, from the first filing through final decree, whether that means settling at the table or standing before a Collin County judge. Call (972) 236-7798 or contact Burrows Law Group to speak with a divorce attorney serving McKinney and schedule your consultation.