Rachel E. Tucker

Rachel brings a diverse background to our firm, having worked both at the local government level and at a large law firm.  Her litigation experience ranges from representing indigent clients in criminal cases to representing large hospital systems.   

Education

• J.D., the University of North Carolina School of Law (2022)

• B.A., Emory & Henry (2019)

Experience and Expertise

Rachel’s legal career began in the day-to-day trenches of the courtroom.  She interned at various prosecutor’s offices and public defender’s offices throughout her time in law school, even using third-year practice privilege to try cases before graduating.  Rachel worked as a public defender when she moved to Roanoke, where she forged relationships with and learned from the local judges.  In addition to the invaluable trial tips and tricks from the bench, Rachel has also learned trial etiquette from the clerks and bailiffs who run the courthouse and courtroom – people who Rachel learned early in her career are the real backbone of the day-to-day legal system. 

                 After working as a public defender, Rachel went to a large regional law firm to represent healthcare providers in civil litigation.  While there, Rachel learned how to build up her own case and break down opposing counsel’s at every step of the process.

                 Rachel has practiced a wide array of law since joining Glenn Robinson, including civil defense, plaintiff’s litigation, and family law.  Rachel is dedicated to obtaining fair and reasonable outcomes for her clients, no matter the field of law. 

Professional Involvement

·         Virginia Bar Association – Member

·         Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys – Member

·         Roanoke Bar Association – Member

·         Virginia Women Attorneys Association – Member

Outside of work, Rachel is usually hiking, rock climbing, walking her dog, or losing at trivia at a local brewery with friends.