What if your legal career was grounded in clarity, built on your strengths, and intentionally designed to achieve your long-term goals - without burnout?
Through strategic, personalized coaching, I help lawyers and law students who feel stretched, misaligned, or uncertain about the right next step - or how to get there. Together, we'll build the clarity, confidence, and strategy to make intentional career decisions, align your career with what matters most to you, and create a career that's not just successful, but sustainable.
Hi, I'm McKenzie!
I'm a practicing Senior Legal Counsel with over a decade of experience across law firm and in-house practice, and a Certified Career Coach. I've built my own career intentionally - around strategic growth and alignment - and now I help other high-achieving attorneys and law students do the same.
My coaching combines deep inquiry with practical execution: we uncover what drives you, identify the opportunities you might not be seeing, and translate that insight into a clear, actionable strategy — so you get momentum, not just a plan on paper.
As a mom of two, I’ve also experienced firsthand how life’s seasons can reshape priorities and perspectives. That understanding informs my approach: helping you create a career that supports both professional achievement and the life you want to build - one that is intentional, sustainable, and uniquely your own.
1:1 COACHING
LET’S IGNITE YOUR NEXT CHAPTER BY…
FINDING CLARITY &
CAREER DIRECTION
This 1:1 coaching experience is designed for legal professionals who feel stretched, misaligned, or unsure what's next and are ready to define success on their own terms.
Key Outcomes:
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Evaluate your current path - Determine whether your career can be realigned to better support your goals and values or whether it's time to pursue a new direction.
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Explore strategic career options - Identify opportunities that align with your strengths, interests, lifestyle, and long-term vision for success.
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Create a clear path forward - Leave with greater clarity, a defined direction, and an actionable plan to move forward with confidence.e and intention.
BUILDING YOUR
PERSONAL BRAND
This 1:1 coaching experience is designed to help legal professionals position themselves with clarity, confidence, and credibility. Together, we’ll refine your personal brand, craft a compelling narrative, and prep you to walk into any interview or opportunity as a stand-out choice.
Key Outcomes:
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A clear, compelling professional story that positions you as a strong fit for your target role with language that feels authentic and aligned.
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Confident, concise responses to both common and challenging interview questions - delivered with ease and impact.
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A standout personal brand that highlights your unique strengths and sets you apart from the competition.
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A polished, persuasive interview presence that leaves a lasting impression and opens doors to new opportunities.
FUELING CONFIDENCE &
CAREER GROWTH
This 1:1 coaching experience is designed for legal professionals who want to lead with greater confidence, communicate with greater impact, and advance their careers with clarity, credibility, and intention.
Whether you're navigating your first years of practice, stepping into leadership, or preparing for your next career move, our work together helps you quiet self-doubt, strengthen your presence, and make decisions with clarity and conviction. You'll leave with practical strategies, a stronger mindset, and the confidence to show up fully in every room you're in.
Key Outcomes:
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Confidence you can rely on - Develop lasting self-trust so you can make decisions, speak up, and lead without second-guessing yourself.
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A stronger leadership presence - Communicate with clarity, influence with authenticity, and navigate high-stakes conversations with confidence and credibility.
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Freedom from imposter syndrome - Recognize and reframe the internal narratives that keep you from performing at your highest level, so you can lead with greater confidence and resilience.
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Strategic career growth - Gain clarity on your professional goals and advance your career with purpose, leveraging your strengths, values, and long-term vision.
The Professional Edge: Interview & Resume Consulting
Own every opportunity with confidence, clarity, and control.
Whether you're a rising law student aiming for a highly sought after summer internship, a recent grad preparing for clerkships, or a practicing attorney making your next bold move — this is your edge in a competitive legal market. This isn’t generic career coaching. This is targeted, precision preparation designed specifically for legal professionals. We'll focus on what actually moves the needle — from how you're seen on paper to how you show up in your interview.
Key Outcomes:
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Tailored interview strategy to align with legal industry expectations and your unique strengths.
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Mock interview with real-time feedback to build confidence and polish your delivery.
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Resume & Cover Letter review, with actionable suggestions to highlight your experience and impact.
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Guidance on presenting yourself with clarity, confidence, and credibility - whether you're applying to firms or in-house roles.
Testimonials
"...I appreciate your help making my skills and qualifications more impactful...Your tips on following up and maintaining professional relationships were particularly useful."
-Emma, 2L
"Talking through immediate next steps I can take to gain experience was very helpful. It's such an overwhelming time, but our conversation really inspired me."
-Jessie, 4L (evening program)
"It was so impactful and really encouraged me to broaden my mindset and pinpoint what I should be looking for in a summer position to further my goals."
-Elisabeth, 1L
"During times I felt discouraged or uncertain, she helped me to look on the bright side...McKenzie has been instrumental in deepening my understanding of in-house counsel responsibilities...I'm genuinely grateful to have known and worked closely with her, and I deeply appreciate the positive impact she has had on my growth."
-Kiana, 3L
"...She asked what my career goals were and provided thoughtful updates that improved my resume and put me in consideration for the type of role I was looking for to advance my career. I got call backs and interviews for the roles I was applying for and ultimately landed a role with a great company and a significant increase in compensation. McKenzie’s help put me in a great position in a difficult job market and really made a difference in my job search. I enjoyed working with her would absolutely recommend her services!"
"Your practical networking strategies with scheduling 1x1s and focusing on meaningful interactions were helpful...Your tips on following up and maintaining professional relationships were particularly useful...Your detailed review helped transform my resume...I appreciate your help in making my skills and qualifications more impactful."
-Emma, Professional (tech industry)
-Anthony, Professional (tech industry)
"McKenzie helped me along every step of my decision to move forward with a new career opportunity. She provided guidance through tough decisions, helped me realize what was important in this next step, and had a real-world understanding of the field that made a big difference. McKenzie is a great resource for anyone looking to take their career to the next level."
-Kevin, Professional (law firm)
"Given the highly competitive nature of in-house legal internships, I was worried that I would fall short of the mark as I was not at the top of my class or part of prestigious organizations such as law review or moot court. However, after working with McKenzie on mock interviews and leaning on her when sharpening my resume and cover letters, I was able to land the legal internship I was looking for at a large, publicly traded corporation. To anybody who wants to get their resumes noticed, sharpen their interview answers, or just needs general legal career advice, I would highly recommend reaching out to McKenzie."
-Matthew, 2L