Meet Your Legal Team

With a rich history of leadership across generations, our attorneys bring a wealth of experience and a personalized approach for the families of the local communities we serve.

H. Mary McKeown

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Estate Planning and more

Katie Jackson

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate & Trust Administration, Foster Care Adoption, and more

Your Trusted
Family Advocates

At Growney, McKeown & Barber, P.A., our knowledge in personal injury and estate planning is just the beginning. We pride ourselves on a family-focused approach that extends beyond legal guidance, offering compassionate support and personalized solutions to ensure the best outcomes for every family we serve. Whether securing justice for injury victims or guiding families through estate planning and adoptions, our dedication to your well-being is unwavering.

CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES

Shaping Futures, Inspiring Change

Growney McKeown Barber PA - Website Images-07

“You hope they aren’t needed, but when they are – you want honesty, reliability, and kindness. You want to be treated like you matter. This is a family run business that treats their clients like family throughout the entire process – and when you’re in a stressful situation and sometimes fight for your future, family is who you lean on. Our family has leaned on them twice for personal injury cases – and will again without hesitation if ever needed again.”

Growney McKeown Barber PA - Website Images-07

“We were extremely pleased with the estate planning service provided by Growney, McKeown and Barber law office. They were very knowl-edgeable in terms of Florida statutes that may have affected our move to Florida and our present estate plan. The entire process was comfort-able, efficient and very professional.”

HELPING TAMPA BAY AREA FAMILIES

For Over 40 years

Growney McKeown Barber PA - Website Images-09

Get the Help You Need

We would be honored to hear more about your unique situation through a free case evaluation. At Growney, McKeown & Barber, P.A., this no-commitment consultation is your first step to understanding your legal options. Allow us to equip you with the insight and strategy needed to confidently shape your future.

H. Mary McKeown

PRACTICE AREAS: PERSONAL INJURY, WRONGFUL DEATH, ESTATE PLANNING AND MORE

H. Mary McKeown has spent over 40 years advocating for injury victims in the Tampa Bay area. Starting her legal career as an Assistant State Attorney in the 6th Judicial Circuit, she has vigorously protected children’s rights by prosecuting serious criminal cases. Mary also served as an adjunct professor at Stetson College of Law and is a certified Circuit Civil Law Mediator. Now a shareholder at Growney, McKeown & Barber, P.A., she holds an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, recognizing her as a top professional in ethical standards and ability. Her commitment extends to community service, particularly in supporting children’s issues.

EDUCATION:

  • Cumberland School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 1976
  • University of South Florida, B.A., 1972

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS:

  • Florida Bar, member, 1976
  • Florida Bar, 6th Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee, 1991 – 1994
  • Past Member of St. Petersburg Bar Association, member since 1977, past committees Bench Bar
  • Florida Academy of Trial Lawyers/Florida Justice Association, 1993 – present
  • Barney Masterson Inn of Court, Master, 1991 – 1996
    Phi Alpha Delta legal fraternity
  • Instructor Certification, Commission on Criminal Justice Standards and Training, 1990 – 1996

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

  • Paul Harris Fellow
  • Girl Scout leader, 1991 – 2000
  • Board Member, Suncoast Girl Scout Council, 2006-2007
  • Guardian Ad Litem Program
  • The Child Welfare Standard and Training Council, 1991 – 1998,
  • Chairperson, 1995 – 1998
  • The Nominee Qualifications Review Committee for the Health and Human Services Board, District 5, 1992 – 2000
  • The Study Commission on Child Welfare, 1990 – 1991
  • The Governor’s Drug Policy Task Force, Cocaine Babies Subcommittee, 1989 – 1990
  • The Governor’s Expert Team for the Protection of Children, Chair,
    February – March 1989
    Board of Directors for Free Bikes for Kidz Tampa Bay (FB4K)
  • Rotary Club Board of Directors, 2015-2018 and 2022-present
  • Gulf Beaches Rotary, member since 2008, Board of Directors, 2010 – 2013, 2015-present
  • 2017-2018 President, Gulf Beaches Rotary Club
  • 2018-2019 Gulf Beaches Rotary Foundation Chair

Katie Jackson

PRACTICE AREAS: ESTATE PLANNING, PROBATE & TRUST ADMINISTRATION, FOSTER CARE ADOPTION, AND MORE

Katie Jackson was born and raised in St. Petersburg, where she completed the International Baccalaureate Program at St. Petersburg High School before graduating from the University of Florida. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, where she was active in several student organizations and served as president of the Joint Degree Students of Cumberland. In addition to her law degree, she obtained a Masters of Business Administration from Samford University. Katie is deeply committed to her community and spending time with her husband, two children, and dog, Tucker.

EDUCATION:

  • Cumberland School of Law, J.D., 2012
  • Samford University Brock School of Business MBA, 2012
  • University of Florida MBA, 2009

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

  • Florida Bar Association
  • Phil Alpha Delta legal fraternity
  • 2013-2022 Rotary Club of St. Petersburg Sunset
  • Rotary Club of St. Petersburg Sunset Board of Directors
  • Sunset Rotary Foundation Board of Directors
  • Paul Harris Fellow
  • 2014-2015 Rotary Club of St. Petersburg Sunset Rotarian of the Year
  • 2017-2018 President, Rotary Club of St. Petersburg Sunset
  • 2018-2022 St. Petersburg Museum of History Board of Directors
  • Junior League of St. Petersburg Sustainer
  • Leadership St. Pete Class of 2020