Lynda Landers serves families throughout Collin County — from the established communities of southern Collin County to the fast-growing cities in the north. Whatever Collin County community you call home, your family law case is handled from the McKinney office, just minutes from the Collin County courts where your case will be heard.
No matter which Collin County city you live in — McKinney, Frisco, Plano, Allen, Prosper, Celina, Anna, Melissa, Princeton, or Wylie — your family law case will be filed and heard in Collin County district court. The Collin County courts are located at the Collin County courthouse complex at 2100 Bloomdale Road in McKinney, Texas. This is where divorce petitions are filed, custody orders are entered, support modifications are heard, and adoption finalization hearings take place for all Collin County residents. Working with an attorney whose office is in McKinney means working with someone who knows these courts, their judges, and their procedures as part of daily practice — not as an occasional visitor from another county.
Jump to your city
McKinney is the county seat of Collin County and has been named one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States for more than a decade. Its historic downtown — anchored by the Collin County courthouse square — gives the city a distinctive character that sets it apart from its neighboring suburbs. McKinney ISD serves the city's large and growing student population. As the seat of county government, McKinney is where all Collin County family law cases are filed and heard, which means Lynda's McKinney office puts her right at the center of the work she does every day.
Families in McKinney seek legal help across the full range of family law matters — divorce, child custody, child support, modification of existing orders, and adoption. The city's rapid residential growth brings a steady volume of newly established families navigating their first legal challenges alongside long-term residents dealing with modification of older orders as circumstances change.
Frisco has experienced one of the most dramatic population surges in Texas history, growing from fewer than 35,000 residents in 2000 to well over 230,000 today. Frisco ISD has grown alongside the city and is consistently ranked among the largest and highest-performing school districts in the state. The city has become a major sports and corporate destination — home to PGA of America's headquarters, FC Dallas, and a dense corridor of corporate offices along the Dallas North Tollway.
Frisco's affluent demographics make high-asset divorce a significant portion of the family law work arising from the city. When a marriage involves significant real estate holdings, executive compensation packages, stock options, business interests, or substantial retirement accounts, the financial complexity of the divorce requires careful analysis. Custody arrangements for Frisco families also often involve demanding two-career households and the complications of school district boundaries. All Frisco family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney.
Plano is the most established major city in Collin County, with a well-developed commercial and residential base that has evolved over decades rather than years. It is home to significant Fortune 500 presence — Toyota North America, JCPenney, Liberty Mutual, and others maintain major campuses here. Plano ISD is a large, diverse, and well-regarded district. The city's population is one of the most diverse in Collin County, reflecting decades of corporate-driven relocation from across the country and internationally.
Plano generates a substantial enforcement docket in the family courts — many residents have older custody and support orders that require modification as children age, incomes change, or circumstances shift. Lynda handles original divorce and custody matters for Plano families as well as post-decree enforcement and modification, which require familiarity with the court's expectations around compliance. All Plano family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney.
Allen is a family-oriented suburb along US-75 that has built an identity around its schools and community institutions. Allen ISD is a strong, highly regarded district, and families consistently cite it as a primary reason for choosing the city. Home values in Allen are high relative to most of Collin County, and the city's demographics skew toward established households with school-age children. Allen is also home to Eagle Stadium, one of the most prominent high school football facilities in the country, which gives some sense of how deeply community and school life are intertwined here.
Child custody matters — original suits, modifications, and enforcement — are among the most common family law issues facing Allen families. When school placement becomes a battleground in a custody dispute, or when parents disagree about which school district a child should attend following a separation, the stakes are high and the legal questions require careful attention. All Allen family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney.
Prosper has been among the fastest-growing municipalities in Texas for several consecutive years, transforming from a small agricultural community of roughly 2,000 residents in 2000 to a rapidly expanding city of more than 40,000 — with significant additional development ongoing. Prosper ISD is one of the fastest-growing school districts in the state and consistently earns high academic ratings. The city attracts a high-income demographic of young families, many of whom have relocated from established Dallas-area suburbs in search of more space and newer construction.
Because Prosper's residents tend to be younger and at a stage of life involving significant asset accumulation, divorce cases often involve property acquired during a relatively short marriage that nonetheless includes substantial home equity, retirement accounts, and sometimes business interests. Custody matters in Prosper also frequently involve parents with demanding professional schedules and children heavily enrolled in competitive extracurricular activities. All Prosper family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney.
Celina sits at the northern edge of Collin County — much of it straddles the Collin-Denton county line — and has experienced remarkable growth as residential development has pushed steadily northward from Frisco. The city retains a small-town character, with a compact historic downtown, but the surrounding landscape has filled rapidly with new residential subdivisions. Celina ISD has expanded substantially to keep pace with the influx of families. Many Celina residents have chosen the area specifically for the combination of larger lot sizes and relatively lower land costs compared to communities closer to the core of the metroplex.
For Celina families with legal matters in Collin County, all cases are filed at the Collin County courthouse in McKinney. Because a portion of Celina falls within Denton County, Lynda can help families determine the correct filing jurisdiction based on their specific address and circumstances.
Anna is a growing community along the US-75 corridor north of McKinney, with a character that is more rooted in Collin County's rural past than many of the county's southern cities. Anna ISD serves the city and surrounding area. The city's growth has been steady, with new residential development attracting working families who want to stay within commuting distance of McKinney and the broader metroplex while maintaining a small-town quality of life. The cost of housing in Anna is generally more accessible than in communities to the south, making it a destination for families at varied income levels.
Child support modification cases are among the most common legal matters facing Anna families. When circumstances change — a job change, a significant income shift, or a change in a child's needs — existing support orders may need to be revisited. Enforcement matters also arise when established orders are not being followed. All Anna family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney.
Melissa is a small city along US-75 between McKinney and Anna that has seen substantial residential growth over the past decade as families seek the relative quiet of northern Collin County while remaining connected to the metropolitan area. Melissa ISD serves the community and has grown alongside the city's expanding population. The city's small-town feel — characterized by its compact older downtown and newer surrounding subdivisions — is a deliberate draw for families prioritizing a less urban lifestyle.
Lynda serves Melissa families across the range of family law matters — divorce, custody, support, and post-decree modification and enforcement. All Melissa family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney, approximately fifteen miles south via US-75.
Princeton is located in eastern Collin County along US-380, east of McKinney. It sits at the edge of the county's major growth corridor and retains more of the rural character that defined much of this part of North Texas until relatively recently. Princeton ISD serves the city and surrounding communities. Princeton has seen steady residential growth as working families priced out of western Collin County communities find more affordable land and homes in the eastern part of the county. The population skews toward working-class and working-middle-class households.
For Princeton families, family law matters often involve practical considerations around income levels and the enforceability of support orders when circumstances are not stable. Lynda provides straightforward, practical representation for Princeton families across the full range of family law matters. All Princeton family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney.
Wylie is an established suburb on the eastern edge of Collin County, bordering Lake Lavon to the north and east. Wylie ISD is a well-regarded school district, and the city has grown significantly over the past two decades as residential development expanded eastward from the heart of the metroplex. Wylie has a mix of longer-established neighborhoods and newer construction, with a community identity that is well-formed compared to some of the newer cities in the county. Its location near both Collin and Rockwall counties makes it accessible from multiple directions.
Wylie families deal with the full range of family law matters, from divorce and original custody suits to modification and enforcement of older orders. Because Wylie has more established families with longer-duration marriages and older custody orders, modification proceedings — particularly those related to changes in children's circumstances as they age — are a common need. All Wylie family law cases are filed in Collin County district court in McKinney.
No matter which Collin County city you live in, your family law case is filed and heard at the Collin County courthouse at 2100 Bloomdale Road, McKinney, TX 75071. Lynda Landers' office is in McKinney, close to the courts where your case will be heard.
Wherever you are in Collin County, a consultation with Lynda Landers gives you a clear picture of your situation and your options — in plain English, without pressure.
Schedule a Consultation or call (972) 529-5707