Rachel Goldsher

Rachel Goldsher is an Associate Attorney at Fairfax Divorce Lawyers, where she concentrates her practice on family law and adoption. She provides steady, knowledgeable advocacy for clients navigating divorce, custody, support, and adoption matters, whether contested or uncontested. Rachel understands that adoption, while joyful, often involves complex legal steps, and she is dedicated to guiding families through those requirements with care and precision.

Originally from Amherst, Virginia, Rachel graduated magna cum laude from Virginia Tech with a dual major in Political Science and Criminology. She went on to earn her J.D. magna cum laude from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in 2020, where she was elected to the Order of the Coif. While at Cardozo, she served on the Cardozo Law Review and competed as a member of the Trial Team, experiences that strengthened both her writing and courtroom advocacy skills.

Before joining Fairfax Divorce Lawyers, Rachel served as the Chief Law Clerk for the Honorable Kimberly A. Irving at the Prince William County Circuit Court. This role gave her invaluable experience in the inner workings of Virginia’s courts, which she now brings to her clients’ cases.

Rachel is committed to helping families through challenging transitions while keeping their long-term stability in focus. Her combination of academic achievement, courtroom experience, and compassion makes her a trusted advocate for clients throughout Northern Virginia.