Mackenzie Boltz

Mackenzie joined the Kansas Federal Public Defender's Office in 2026, bringing a rich background in public defense and social work. She most recently served with the Kansas Public Defender's death penalty defense unit, and prior to that, worked as a mitigation specialist for the Missouri Public Defender's Office covering the northwest region of Missouri. Mackenzie also brings extensive experience working with various vulnerable populations and is a certified school social worker.

Mackenzie earned her Bachelor of Social Work, along with a multicultural certificate, from the University of Missouri in 2018. She went on to receive her Master of Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis in 2020, with a concentration in Social and Economic Development and a specialization in management. In 2021, she returned to school and earned her certification in school social work from Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Outside of work, Mackenzie is an avid reader and enjoys spending time with her dogs and friends. She is also a dedicated volunteer, having served with Big Brothers Big Sisters for nearly six years across two mentoring relationships and with KC Pet Project.