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Attorney Christina A. McKinnon founded her South Florida law firm, the Law Office of Christina A. McKinnon, P.A., in 2004. In the 10-plus years since her firm's doors opened, she has earned a reputation for being a dedicated client advocate. Residents from all across South Florida, including those living in Miami, Pembroke Pines, North Miami, Hollywood, Weston, Davie, Fort Lauderdale and surrounding Miami-Dade and Broward counties, regularly turn to her for legal guidance.
Her legal career began in labor and employee relations in the health care industry, but Ms. McKinnon soon realized that her true calling lay in assisting individuals as they face some of life's greatest challenges. Since entering private practice, attorney McKinnon has focused her career entirely on personal injury and family law. Her abilities have earned her recognition from both the legal and business communities. She holds an AV Preeminent Rating on Martindale-Hubbell, a "Superb" Avvo rating, Success South Florida magazine honored her multiple times and The National Black Lawyers listed her among its Top 100 in 2015. She was also recognized by SuperLawyers Magazine and the South Florida Legal Guide.
In addition to her work in the courtroom, Ms. McKinnon regularly volunteers with a number of organizations in South Florida. Her Pro Bono work has resulted in a number of honors and awards, including a volunteer award from the Community Partnership for the Homeless, inclusion among the Junior League of Miami's Women Who Make a Difference and a Pro Bono award from Dade Legal Aid for her work with the Put Something Back program. Ms. McKinnon was the 2016-2017 Director of the West Broward Chapter of The National Association of Divorce Professionals and was appointed to the 17th Judicial Circuit's Judicial Nominating Commission for a term ending July 2020.
| Christina Andrea McKinnon: | Member at The Law Office of Christina A. McKinnon, P.A. |
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3600 Red Road, Suite 307 Miramar, FL 33025 |
| Website: | https://www.mckinnon-legal.com |
| Phone: | 305-416-0045 |
| Fax: | 786-524-2480 |
| Offices: |
Law Office of Christina A. McKinnon, P.A.
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Specializing in all domestic relations cases, including divorce, child support, custody, visitation, domestic violence, paternity and prenuptial agreements & postnuptial agreements.
Handles all premises liability matters related to slip and falls. Also procures insurance settlements for injuries resulting from car accidents and negligent security.
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gwen S. Cherry Black Women Lawyers Association | Board of Directors | 2004 - 2005 |
| Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Association | Treasurer | 2004 - 2005 |
| Dade County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section, Membership Committee | Chair | 2005 - 2006 |
| Dade County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section | Board of Directors | 2005 - 2010 |
| Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Association | Vice President | 2005 - 2006 |
| Dade County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section, Horizons Commitee | Chair | 2006 - 2010 |
| Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Association | President-Elect | 2006 - 2007 |
| Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors | 11th Judicial Circuit Representative | 2006 - 2010 |
| Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. Bar Association | President | 2007 - 2008 |
| Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors, Diversity Committee | Chair | 2008 - 2010 |
| Dade County Bar Association, Family Court Committee | Chair | 2009 - 2013 |
| The Dade County Bar Association | Board of Directors | 2010 - 2013 |
| American Bar Association, Section of Litigation (Solo Small Firms Committee) | Subcommittee Chair, Diversity | 2012 - 2014 |
| National Association of Divorce Professionals, West Broward Chapter | Director | 2016 - 2017 |
| Broward Black Republican Club | General Counsel | 2016 - 2017 |
| NSU Ambassadors Board | Member | N/A |
| 17th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission | Commissioner | N/A |
| NSU Ambassadors Board | Member | 2017 - 1900 |
| 17th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission | Commissioner | 2017 - 1900 |
| NSU Ambassadors Board | Member | N/A |
| 17th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission | Commissioner | N/A |
| 17th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission | Chair | N/A |
| 17th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission | Chair | N/A |
| 17th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission | Chair | 2018 - 1900 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top Up & Comer | South Florida Legal Guide | 2018 |
| Top Rated Lawyer | Daily Business Review | 2018 |
| Top Up & Comer | South Florida Legal Guide | 2017 |
| South Florida Superstar | Attorney at Law Magazine | 2017 |
| Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
| Top 100 Attorney | National Black Lawyers | 2015 |
| Dade Legal Aid Put Something Back Pro Bono Award in Family Law | Dade Legal Aid | 2013 |
| 25 Most Influential & Prominent Women in Business & Leadership | Miami Herald & Legacy Magazine | 2013 |
| Most Accomplished in Law | ICABA | 2009 |
| Outstanding Career Mentor | Urgent, Inc. | 2009 |
| Top Leader Under 40 | Success South Florida Magazine | 2008 |
| Woman Who Makes a Difference | Junior League of Miami | 2006 |
| Business Advocate of the Year | In Focus Magazine | 2006 |
| Volunteer Award | Chapman Partnership f/k/a Community Partnership for the Homeless | 2005 |
| Volunteer of the Year | Children's Psychiatric Center | 2005 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 2024 |
| Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 2024 |
| Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 2024 |
| Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 2024 |
| Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center | JD - Juris Doctor | 2024 |
| Florida State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
| Florida State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
| State | Number | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FL | 668761 | Member in Good Standing | 2003 | 04/25/2019 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Realtor Niching in the Legal Sphere | How Family Law interfaces with Real Estate | 2019 |
| RAINMAKERS ACADEMY | Marketing & Branding | 2019 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Manager | The Beacon Council | 2000 - 2002 |
| Manager | The Beacon Council | 2000 - 2002 |
| Sr. Labor & Employee Relations Specialist | Jackson Health System | 2002 - 2004 |
| Sr. Labor & Employee Relations Specialist | Jackson Health System | 2002 - 2004 |
