2016 John Cameron Award

New Hampshire Collaborative Divorce Honors Catherine P. McKay with 2016 John Cameron Award~1 min read

ByParnell, Michels & McKay Law Offices Hours Categories Collaborative Law, General News

We are proud to announce that Catherine P. McKay has been named the 2016 John Cameron Memorial Award winner for her service towards the development of Collaborative law in New Hampshire. This award is given annually to the individual who best represents and moves forward the goals and ideals of collaborative law.

The late John Cameron was once quoted by Attorney McKay as having a “collaborative heart”. He, like Catherine McKay, recognized the benefit of keeping legal disputes out of Court and allowing parties to obtain their own relief by working together. This takes the focus off of litigation and the negativity that can accompany it and instead focuses on a more progressive approach to legal problem-solving.

Collaborative law is an ideal option in family law and has been a service offered by Parnell, Michels & McKay for many years. Attorney McKay is happy to continue her work in the collaborative law field and continues to be a pioneer in New Hampshire for the Collaborative Law Alliance.

If you are interested in collaborative law, please contact us to see whether it can be a fit for you.

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Our firm blends advocacy oriented practice with effective practical solutions for all our clients in Londonderry, N. Woodstock, and throughout New Hampshire. The attorneys at Parnell, Michels & McKay provide effective representation and counseling to assist our clients facing legal questions. We simplify the process so our clients can understand and are able to participate as partners in the resolution.

Our practice includes personal injury law such as motor vehicle accidents, falls, dog bites, workers compensation, social security disability, and other injuries.

We also practice family law, including divorce, post-divorce, unwed custody and property division, and collaborative divorce, and have extensive experience in bankruptcy, probate, boundary disputes, estate planning, corporate formation and other real estate litigation.

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