Coffs Harbour’s Family Law Specialists
Our solutions focused, practical approach empowers you to navigate family law decisions with confidence.
Bryant McKinnon Lawyers Your Legal Partners
Benjamin Bryant
Partner | Accredited Family Law Specialist
Benjamin Bryant grew up in Bellingen and dreamed of being a big city lawyer. He gained his law degree at the University of New England in Armidale, and came home... Read more
Heather McKinnon
Partner | Accredited Family Law Specialist
While raised in Tamworth, Heather McKinnon has built her formidable reputation over three decades practicing in Coffs Harbour. Now one of the leading Family Law authorities in the country, her... Read more
Bryant McKinnon Lawyers Our commitment to the Coffs Coast Community
Call us old fashioned, but we firmly believe that lawyers and other professionals must play a leadership role in the community. Over the last three decades members of our team have worked hard to help this community become stronger and more vibrant.
We currently provide financial sponsorship and invest time personally to assist the following local organisations: Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery Friends, Young Actors Studio, Local School Mock Trials & Mediation Programs, Orara Valley Hockey Team, Coffs Harbour and District Hockey Association.
What our clients have to say...
I highly recommend the team and in particular, Gemma Rope in my family law matter. Open and honest during the process. Always kept the children’s best interests first and foremost. ...
Brett
Thank you once again for all your efforts, support and assistance. I very much appreciate everything that you (Gemma Rope) and Bryant McKinnon firm have done for my family.
Mark
Blunt assessment of the situation I was unable to see. Exactly what I needed. Thank you so much for your help and guidance in a very difficult situation.
Helen
I cannot thank you , Gemma and Heather, from my first point of in-person contact to now, enough. Your expertise, passion, honesty and guidance is commendable. YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!
Rachel
I valued knowing I could call or email at anytime and it was all included in my fixed fee.
Katherine
While the whole process is an extremely difficult and emotionally charged time, you were always available, calm and rational! While I didn’t always like the answer, you were always open...
Michelle
Can’t express how grateful we are to have your assistance. Especially when I need to try not to stress too much, having your expertise is really appreciated. Ideally I wouldn’t be...
Tracey
It was precious to feel supported in these hurting circumstances. You are all absolutely professional and human. So glad I chose Heather as a lawyer. I will recommend her and...
Janet
Thank you so much guys, you have all been so very helpful, and I’m finally free thanks to your help.
Jane
Everything was excellent and outstanding. I thank you, Ben, Heather and the team for all your help, kindness, empathy and understanding… and of course your professionalism… during a very difficult...
Karen
Bryant McKinnon Lawyers Family Matters Podcast & Resources
E23: Two Views on Property Settlement
In this episode Benjamin and Heather switched up the format, with each...
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E22-Private investigators in family law
Private investigators can play a pivotal role in serving documents and collecting...
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E21-I’ve decided to separate. Now what?
Most people who decided to separate have never initiated a relationship breakdown...
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