McKenzie Blau

McKenzie Blau — Attorney in Dubuque, Iowa

Over 14 years of legal practice

ShareholderatO'Connor & Thomas, P.C.

Dubuque, IA

Practicing law in Dubuque since 2012.

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Years practicing
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McKenzie Blau is a shareholder based in Dubuque, IA. McKenzie has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Thomas, P.C..

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  • Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About McKenzie Blau: McKenzie Blau is a shareholder based in Dubuque, IA. McKenzie has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Thomas, P.C..

Biography

McKenzie Blau, legal attorney serving Dubuque

McKenzie Blau is a shareholder based in Dubuque, IA. McKenzie has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Thomas, P.C.. McKenzie works from Dubuque, Iowa and takes on legal matters across the region.

McKenzie Rae Hill was born in Clinton, Iowa, but lived in Iowa City for the majority of her childhood. She graduated from the University of Iowa in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. In 2012, McKenzie received her Juris Doctorate with high honors from the Drake University Law School where she was a student attorney at the Drake Legal Clinic and a member of the Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity. Upon graduation from law school, McKenzie was elected to membership in the Order of the Coif. She joined the firm in August, 2012 and is licensed in Iowa and Illinois.

Clients McKenzie works with

McKenzie reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Dubuque and the surrounding Iowa area.

Credentials

Credentials — where McKenzie studied and practices

  • Drake University Law School

    J.D. · 2012

  • University of Iowa

    B.A. Political · 2009

Jurisdictions

McKenzie's state bar admissions

  • Wisconsin

    2022 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    2013 · ACTIVE

  • Iowa

    2012 · ACTIVE

McKenzie studied at J.D. in Drake University Law School and B.A. Political in University of Iowa.

Law school and academic background

McKenzie completed J.D. in Drake University Law School and B.A. Political in University of Iowa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice McKenzie runs in Iowa is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

McKenzie's professional memberships and bar associations

  • 2012, Iowa 2013, Illinois

    membership

Locations

McKenzie Blau's office in Dubuque

McKenzie's primary office is at 1000 Main Street, Dubuque, IA, 52001. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

O'Connor & Thomas, P.C.

1000 Main Street

Dubuque, IA 52001

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Hiring guide

How to hire McKenzie Blau — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with McKenzie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

McKenzie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain McKenzie's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; McKenzie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a legal attorney in Dubuque, Iowa

A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for McKenzie

McKenzie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every legal matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. McKenzie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

McKenzie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about McKenzie Blau

  • How much does it cost to hire McKenzie for a legal case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. McKenzie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does McKenzie offer a free consultation?

    McKenzie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain McKenzie's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check McKenzie's current terms during booking.

  • How long do legal cases in Iowa typically take?

    Simple legal matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. McKenzie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can McKenzie take my case if I'm outside Dubuque?

    McKenzie is licensed in Iowa. Matters governed by Iowa law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — McKenzie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with McKenzie?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. McKenzie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is McKenzie accepting new legal clients right now?

    McKenzie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.