McKenzie Jean Cotter, Child Custody Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

McKenzie concentrates on child custody, child support, divorce, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case McKenzie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Child Custody

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• Child Support

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• Divorce

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• Family Law

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McKenzie's primary office is at 201 Washington Street, Suite 3656, Boston, MA, 02108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new child custody 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.

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

• How much does it cost to hire McKenzie for a child custody 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 child custody attorneys offer free consults — check McKenzie's current terms during booking.

• How long do child custody cases in Massachusetts typically take?

  Simple child custody 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 Boston?

  McKenzie is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts 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 child custody clients right now?

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