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 the root of what's really going on, 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 lawyers and law students who've achieved real success but feel stretched, misaligned, or unsure what's next and are ready to define success on their own terms.
Key Outcomes:
✨Identify whether your current path can be redesigned or needs to be exited
✨Explore aligned career options
✨Walk away with clarity, direction, and actionable next steps
BUILDING YOUR
PERSONAL BRAND
This 1:1 coaching experience is designed to help lawyers and law students 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:
✨ A clear, compelling professional story that positions you as a strong fit for your target role with language that feels authentic and aligned.
✨ Confident, concise responses to both common and challenging interview questions — delivered with ease and impact.
✨ A standout personal brand that highlights your unique strengths and sets you apart from the competition.
✨ 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 to help you build lasting confidence from the inside out so you can show up powerfully, communicate with conviction, and grow your legal career on your terms. Whether you're early in your journey or years into practice, this is your space to quiet the inner critic, develop as a leader, and move forward with clarity and self-trust.
Key Outcomes:
✨ Increased self-trust and clarity in your voice, decisions, and next steps; no more second-guessing in important moments.
✨ Tools to quiet imposter syndrome and reframe the internal narratives holding you back in your work, relationships, or leadership.
✨ Stronger presence and communication skills that help you advocate for yourself and navigate challenging conversations with ease.
✨ A renewed sense of ownership over your professional development and career direction rooted in your strengths, values, and goals.
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:
✨ Tailored interview strategy to align with legal industry expectations and your unique strengths.
✨ Mock interview with real-time feedback to build confidence and polish your delivery.
✨ Resume & Cover Letter review, with actionable suggestions to highlight your experience and impact.
✨ 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)