Rachel L. Platt

Bar / Professional Activity

• Georgia Association for Women Lawyers, Foundation President, 2010 – 2011; Vice President of Public Affairs, 2011 – 2012; Vice President of Leadership, 2012 – 2013; Representative at Large, 2013 - 2014
• Georgia Appleseed, Young Professionals Council
• Sandy Springs Bar Association, Member
• Georgia, 2004
• Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Advisory Board Member
• American Bar Association, Family Law Section Member
• Atlanta Bar Association, Editorial Board Member of The Atlanta Lawyer, Family Law Section Member, Sole Practioner/Small Firm Section Board Member, Former Women in Profession Section Board Member
• Georgia Bar Association, Family Law Section Member
• North Fulton Bar Association, Member

Special Licenses / Certifications

• Trained Guardian Ad Litem
• Certified Georgia Mediator

Pro bono / Community Service

• Roswell, Inc., 2020
• Georgia Appleseed, 2020
• Citizen Advocacy of Atlanta/Dekalb Board President, Atlanta Legal Aid Society Advisory Board Member, Georgia Appleseed Member of Young Professionals Council, Past Cool Girls, Inc. Advisory Board Member

Educational Background

• University of Georgia, B.S., cum laude - 2000

Scholarly Lectures / Writings

• "New Child Support Guidelines: A Mixed Bag", Georgia Association of Women Lawyers, 2006
• Lecture, “Planning for Disabled Dependents in Divorce”, National Business Institute, 2010
• Panelist, “Working for Your Client an Negotiating for Your Client”, 2010
• Speaker on Family Law  Topic, Speaker, “Financial, Property and Custody Issues for Blended & Unmarried Couples” presented for the National Business Institute; April 2010, National Business Institute, 2010
• Panelist on Careers in Education Law at Emory University School of Law, Panelist on Careers in Education Law at Emory University School of Law, Emory Law School
• Lecture, “Ethical Issues in Family Law”, VIP GlobalNet, LLC, 2011
• "Same-Sex Marriage:, Women in Professionalism CLE Speaker; April 2013, CLE Speaker, Same-Sex Marriage, Women in Professionalism, 2013
• Moderator, "Top Ten QDRO Mistakes Experienced Lawyers Make", 2013
• "Public School Disciplinary Hearings in Georgia", Speaker, "Public School Disciplinary Hearings in Georgia", Georgia Appleseed
• "Building Professional Presence", CLE Speaker; April 2014, CLE Speaker, Building Professional Presence, 2014
• "Divorce Litigation Start to Finish"; November 2014, CLE Speaker, Divorce Litigation Start to Finish, 2014
• Presenter, "Family Law Issues in Civil Litigation", Tropical Law Seminar, 2014
• "Overview of Adoption Law", NBI CLE Speaker; June 2016, CLE Speaker, Overview of Adoption Law, National Business Institute, 2016
• Speaker on Education Law, CLE Speaker, IEP and 504 Legal Workshop, National Business Institute, 2017
• Speaker on Education Law Topic, CLE Speaker, Avoiding the Top IEP and 504 Plan Legal Mistakes, National Business Institute, 2019
• Speaker on Family Law, CLE Speaker, Family Law Agreements in a Nutshell, National Business Institute, 2019
• Speaker on Family Law topic, CLE Speaker, Divorce Cases from Start to Finish for Paralegals, National Business Institute, 2019
• Speaker on Family Law Topic, CLE Speaker, Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish, National Business Institute, 2020
• Speaker on Family Law Topic, CLE Speaker, Divorce 2020: New Laws, Tax Rules and Trends, National Business Institute, 2020
• Speaker on Family Law Topic, CLE Speaker, Advanced Custody and Support Issues, National Business Institute, 2020
• Speaker on Family Law Topic, CLE Speaker, Divorce: Gathering Evidence from Electronic Devices, National Business Institute, 2020
• Speaker on Family Law Topic, CLE Speaker, Finding the Evidence you Need from social Media and Cell Phones in Family Law, National Business Institute, 2020

Honors

• American Society of Legal Advocates, Top 40 Family Lawyers Under 20, 2015 and 2016
• Georgia Super Lawyers, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020
• Georgia Association of Women Lawyers President's Award, Visionary Award, and Committee of the Year Award
• Three Best Rated, Top Three Atlanta Divorce Lawyers, 2016
• The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, Nation's Top One Percent, Family Law, 2015
• Georgia Rising Star in Family Law, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013
• American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, Client Satisfaction Award, 10 Best Female Attorneys, 2016
• American Society of Legal Advocates, Top 40 Under 40, Family Law, 2015 and 2016
• Georgia Legal Elite, 2009, 20122016, 2018, 2019 and 2020

“Rachel is the attorney I always think of, when my real estate clients have family law issues. I would not think of referring to anyone other than Rachel.”

“Rachel Platt, Founding Attorney of her practice, is widely recognized as one of Georgia’s leading family law attorneys, with a long-standing record of excellence and peer recognition. Consistently named a Super Lawyer since 2014, and honored among the Top 100 Attorneys and Top 50 Women Attorneys in Georgia, Rachel brings nearly two decades of experience to her work in family law and special education matters. Known for her professionalism, depth of knowledge, and commitment to her clients, she has also been repeatedly recognized by Georgia Trend as part of the Legal Elite. Her sustained success, leadership within the legal community, and reputation among peers make her a clear and deserving candidate for continued Super Lawyers recognition.”

“Rachel is a top notch attorney I am always happy to see enter one of my cases. She is an attorney I consult if I have questions because of her knowledge of the law and the way she advocates to protect her client's rights. I highly recommend Rachel as a super lawyer.”

“Rachel is very experienced, knowledgeable, and thorough.”

“Rachel is my first choice when looking to refer a client to a family law attorney. Her passion for the law and the success of her clients is evident. She is smart and has practical solutions for her clients.”

“Rachel Platt is an attorney to whom I have referred friends in the past and to whom I would refer personal family members, friends, and my own clients without hesitation. I consider Rachel to be a top Family Law attorney in the State of Georgia and have had the opportunity to personally observe her practice. I know her to be a highly competent attorney, very thorough and professional, and a zealous advocate for her clients.”

“Rachel is a top notch in her field. She truly listens to her clients and gets the best results in even the most contentious of situations.”

“Rachel is an experienced, skilled attorney. She uses her knowledge of the law to advocate for her clients in a way to protect the best interests of their children. She is a well respected GAL used by many lawyers in family law, including myself. I highly recommend Rachel to anyone needing a lawyer.”

“I have worked with Rachel for years. She is smart, practical and is not afraid to go to court. I recommend her to other individuals when I am not able to take the case. I have great respect for her.”

“Rachel is a very good family lawyer with a razor sharp intellect and keen attention to detail.”

“Rachel is intelligent and highly respected as a litigation attorney, guardian ad litem, and mediator.”

“Rachel is a highly regarded and incredibly talented attorney. She has skillfully and strategically represent her clients for years. I have referred countless clients and friends to her and have only heard positive reviews. I enjoy working with her as a Guardian ad Litem, opposing counsel, mediator and co-counsel. Her professionalism and skills are one of the best I have seen.”