Rachel Karden

Rachel is an Associate Attorney at Cobb & Gonzalez, where she specializes in insurance defense litigation, representing insurers in a broad array of matters, including personal injury claims, premises liability, product liability, and complex coverage disputes. Prior to transitioning to insurance defense, Rachel developed a strong foundation in corporate litigation, handling high-stakes commercial disputes, contract issues, and business torts.

Rachel graduated magna cum laude, ranking second in her class at Barry University School of Law. As a Senior Editor of Barry Law Review, she demonstrated her leadership and analytical skills, while her work at the Bankruptcy Pro Se Clinic allowed her to assist individuals in navigating the intricacies of bankruptcy proceedings. Additionally, Rachel taught a Florida Bar essay preparation course at Barry Law, where she mentored and guided students preparing for the bar exam. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Florida with minors in English and Classical Studies and her Master of Arts degree in Advertising from the University of Texas at Austin, combining expertise in both human behavior and strategic communication.

Before joining Cobb & Gonzalez, Rachel served as a judicial intern for the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida, gaining valuable insight into the judicial process. She also contributed her time to the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association, providing pro bono legal services to underserved communities. Rachel’s diverse professional background includes her role as a Planning and Zoning Commissioner for the City of Pflugerville, Texas, developer of affordable housing, as well as her experience as a sixth-grade teacher and coach in public schools, where she honed her leadership and mentoring skills.