McKenna Carnell

About McKenna

Families deserve an attorney who understands that every legal issue is personal.

McKenna Carnell brings a unique combination of legal knowledge and social work experience to her family law practice, allowing her to advocate with both compassion and confidence. She understands that divorce, child custody disputes, parenting plans, and other family law matters affect far more than legal rights. They affect relationships, children, financial stability, and the future. Her goal is to help clients navigate those transitions with clarity, support, and practical legal guidance.

As an attorney at Hightower Reff Law, McKenna focuses exclusively on family law. She represents clients in divorce, child custody, parenting plans, child support, paternity, legal separation, protection orders, modifications, mediation, and other family law matters. Whether helping parents develop parenting agreements or advocating during contested litigation, McKenna works to create legal solutions that protect her clients while keeping their long-term goals in focus.

Before becoming an attorney, McKenna built her career in child welfare, working directly with children and families facing difficult circumstances. That experience gives her valuable insight into family dynamics, communication, and the emotional challenges that often accompany legal disputes. She understands that every family has a unique story, and she approaches each case with empathy, patience, and respect.

McKenna is known for creating an environment where clients feel comfortable asking questions and confident making important decisions. She believes that informed clients make stronger decisions, so she prioritizes clear communication and takes the time to explain each step of the legal process in a straightforward and approachable way.

Working alongside the experienced family law attorneys at Hightower Reff Law, McKenna combines collaborative problem-solving with thoughtful legal advocacy. Whether resolving cases through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, she remains focused on helping clients move forward with confidence while protecting what matters most.

McKenna earned her Juris Doctor after a career dedicated to serving families and continues to build her practice around the values of compassion, integrity, and client-centered representation.

Outside the office, McKenna enjoys caring for her growing collection of houseplants, walking  basset hounds, Waldo, exploring historic architecture, and practicing yoga to stay balanced and grounded.

Why clients choose McKenna Carnell

Clients choose McKenna because she combines compassion with thoughtful legal advocacy. Her background in child welfare gives her a deeper understanding of the challenges families face, while her collaborative approach helps clients feel heard, informed, and supported throughout the legal process. She is committed to helping families find practical solutions that protect both their immediate needs and their future.

If you are searching for an Omaha divorce attorney, family law attorney, child custody lawyer, parenting plan attorney, child support lawyer, paternity attorney, or family law advocate in Nebraska, McKenna Carnell and the team at Hightower Reff Law are dedicated to helping you move forward with confidence.

Educational Background

• Creighton University – Bachelors of Social Work
• Creighton University School of Law – Juris Doctor

Certifications

• Basic Mediation Certificate
• Family Law Concentration Certificate