Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in New York & New Jersey
The Law Firm Of Kevin P McKernan has dedicated over two decades to addressing the legal needs of businesses and individuals across New York and New Jersey. Our practice spans business law, real estate, estate planning, DUI defense, and criminal defense, with a focus on delivering personalized solutions and favorable outcomes. With a career rooted in both prosecution and defense, our lead attorney brings unparalleled insight into navigating complex legal challenges. Our commitment to one-on-one client care has fostered long-term relationships and consistent referrals, reflecting our dedication to excellence.We prioritize understanding each client's unique circumstances to provide strategic representation tailored to their goals. Our track record of success in high-stakes cases underscores our ability to protect clients' interests effectively. Community involvement remains central to our values, demonstrated through pro bono work and charitable initiatives that support local causes. This combination of legal expertise, client-centric service, and community engagement defines our approach to practicing law.
Services
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Wills & Trusts
DUI Defense
Criminal Defense
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined legal experience across prosecution and defense roles
- Our team provides personalized case management with direct attorney communication
- Proven success in complex business, real estate, and criminal defense cases
- Community-focused practice with extensive local knowledge in NY/NJ markets
- Comprehensive estate planning services including special needs trusts and probate
Associations and certifications
- National College of DUI Defense Attorneys
What people say
Positive outcomes
Excellent results
Attentive and responsive
Thorough attorney review
Stand-up individual
Services
Business Law
Our business law practice protects companies through entity formation, contract drafting, and dispute resolution. We advise startups and established businesses on legal structures, compliance, and transactions while minimizing liability risks. With decades of experience, we provide strategic counsel for mergers, acquisitions, and governance matters.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions including purchases, sales, and financing. Our expertise covers lease agreements, title issues, and 1031 exchanges while protecting clients during all stages of property transactions in NY and NJ markets.
Wills & Trusts
Our estate planning services create comprehensive solutions including wills, trusts, and healthcare directives. We help clients protect assets, avoid probate, and establish special needs trusts while ensuring their wishes are legally documented and executed.
DUI Defense
We defend against DUI charges by challenging evidence through expert analysis of field tests and chemical testing equipment. Our approach focuses on minimizing long-term consequences like criminal records and employment restrictions using specialized knowledge of defense strategies.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice leverages former prosecutorial experience to challenge charges in NY and NJ courts. We handle felony and misdemeanor cases with strategic pre-trial motions, evidence analysis, and courtroom representation to protect clients' futures.
People
Kevin P. McKernan
Attorney at Law
With over 20 years of legal experience, Kevin P. McKernan is a New York and New Jersey Bar member who previously served as a prosecutor. He specializes in business law, real estate, and criminal defense while maintaining active community involvement through pro bono work and charitable initiatives.
Questions
What areas of law does McKernan Law Firm specialize in?
We specialize in business law, real estate transactions, estate planning, DUI defense, and criminal defense across New York and New Jersey.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our lead attorney has over 20 years of experience including 10 years as a prosecutor and 10+ years in private practice handling thousands of cases.
What makes your estate planning services unique?
We create customized plans combining wills, trusts, and healthcare directives while focusing on asset protection, probate avoidance, and special needs planning.
Do you handle real estate transactions?
Yes, we represent buyers, sellers, and lenders in residential and commercial transactions including co-ops, condos, and investment properties throughout NY and NJ.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve New York and New Jersey clients with legal needs in business, real estate, criminal defense, and estate planning matters.
Can you help with DUI cases?
Our DUI defense focuses on challenging evidence through technical analysis of testing procedures while minimizing long-term consequences for clients' records and careers.
