Atlanta Criminal Defense • Trial-Focused • Client-Centered

Fearless, relentless, and well-prepared defense—when your freedom is on the line.

Kaufman Law is focused on “Taking Justice To New Heights” in the Greater Atlanta, GA area by applying the highest energy, skills, and aggressive advocacy—while building honest, compassionate client relationships founded on mutual respect and communication.

Trial-ready strategy Holistic, individualized representation Clear communication
Need immediate help? Call 404-615-7588 • Email rachel@rachelkaufmanlaw.com

Practice Areas

Focused representation across serious criminal matters—built for negotiation and ready for trial.

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Appeals / Post-Conviction ReliefStrategic review, motions, and post-trial remedies.
Bond IssuesArguments for reasonable bond and conditions.
Drug & Trafficking CrimesDefense for possession, distribution, and trafficking allegations.
DUI & Traffic CrimesLicense, testing, roadside stop challenges, and more.
Gun CrimesFirearm possession and related charges defense.
Probation IssuesViolation response, mitigation, and hearings.
Sex CrimesDiscreet, meticulous defense and evidence review.
Theft CrimesFrom shoplifting to complex theft allegations.
Violent CrimesHigh-stakes defense with trial-ready preparation.
Pre-Trial ResolutionsNegotiation strategy built on case strength and mitigation.
Trial ProcessJury-focused storytelling, cross-examination, and advocacy.
Case StrategyUnbiased assessment, defense review, and next-step planning.

Approach

Whether to fight a case to jury trial or resolve it with a plea is a monumental life choice—handled with careful, evidence-based guidance.

01 • Assess

Unbiased case evaluation

Review the State’s evidence and theory, identify defenses, and evaluate mitigation—before recommending a path forward.

02 • Build

Collaborative preparation

Work closely with clients to understand circumstances, strengthen defenses, and plan the most effective strategy.

03 • Advocate

Negotiate hard. Try cases.

Use courtroom reputation, legal skill, and professional relationships to pursue favorable outcomes—at the table or at trial.

About Rachel

Experience shaped by intensive trial training, real courtroom work, and a commitment to clients’ freedom.

Reputation

“Unmatched passion for clients and their freedom.”

Fearless, relentless and well-prepared, Rachel has built an impressive reputation as one of Atlanta’s top trial attorneys. She commands the courtroom with skill, intuition, personality, and poise—connecting with jurors and pursuing results.

Background

Trial training & legal education

Before starting her firm, Rachel represented hundreds of clients at a mid-sized Atlanta criminal defense practice. She graduated from Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyer’s College (Dubois, Wyoming) and later graduated from Emory University School of Law (2012), including internship/field placement work in felony handling at the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office.

Philosophy

Holistic, individualized, aggressive representation

It’s during a major trial experience that Rachel envisioned a firm that would take justice to new heights—providing holistic, individualized, and aggressive representation to people who need it most.

Community & Values

Service-minded

Rachel has pursued service and advocacy work over the years, including internships and volunteer experiences, and she values clear communication and compassionate client relationships.

Client Experience

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Trusted • Prepared • Direct

Rachel was thorough, responsive, and completely prepared. I always knew what was happening and what came next.

Former Client

Strong in negotiations and absolutely ready for trial. Her strategy and attention to details made the difference.

Former Client

Compassionate and sharp. She treated my case like it mattered—because it did.

Former Client

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Contact Details

Atlanta, GA • By appointment

Note

If trial becomes necessary, you want counsel who is ready to present your case to a jury with clarity and confidence.