Rachel Cross combines a distinctive mix of legal expertise and political savvy, grounded in nearly a decade of experience in political campaigns and policy development before entering the legal field. Her professional journey began with managing high-stakes political campaigns, which gave her a front-row view of the dynamics of leadership and legislation. Rachel’s tenure as a Legislative Aide in the Texas State Capitol further deepened her understanding of policy-making, enabling her to bring a valuable perspective to her legal practice.
In law school, Rachel distinguished herself academically and professionally, taking on roles such as Articles Editor for The Review of Litigation and Teaching Assistant for the First-Year Legal Writing Program. She earned numerous accolades for her advocacy skills, including the Dean’s Achievement Award in Persuasive Writing. Her commitment to public service was evident in her work as a Student Practitioner in the Criminal Defense Clinic, where she represented indigent clients in misdemeanor cases and achieved favorable outcomes in Administrative License Revocation Hearings. Rachel also served as a Title IX Student Advisor, guiding students through the complexities of Title IX proceedings and reinforcing her dedication to helping individuals in challenging legal situations.
Rachel further honed her legal skills through clerkships with esteemed judges, including the Honorable Leslie Osborne of the Texas Fifth Court of Appeals and the Honorable Judge Hoffman of the 68th Civil District Court in Dallas. These experiences refined her litigation skills and broadened her understanding of civil law, giving her invaluable insights into the intricacies of courtroom procedure and judicial decision-making.
Today, Rachel leverages her diverse background in law and policy to provide her clients with a holistic and strategic approach to legal representation.
