Atty. McKenzie Blau
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.
Attorney · Serving Dubuque, IA · 14+ Years Experience
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About McKenzie Blau at a Glance
McKenzie Blau is a Shareholder based in Dubuque, Iowa, practicing at O'Connor & Thomas, P.C.. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2012), Illinois (2013), and Wisconsin (2022). Educated at Drake University Law School (J.D., 2012) and University of Iowa (B.A. Political, 2009). Active member of 2012, Iowa 2013, Illinois. Serves clients in Dubuque, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About McKenzie Blau
- 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
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Dubuque
Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dubuque are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Dubuque Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Dubuque-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Dubuque Choose McKenzie Blau
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish McKenzie Blau's practice.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
McKenzie Blau brings 14+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin, McKenzie Blau can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Dubuque
A Dubuque-based practice means McKenzie Blau attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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