CONTACT
99 Corporate Drive
P.O. Box 2039
Binghamton, New York 13904
Tel: 607.821.4368
Fax: 607.723.1530
Email: rabbott@cglawoffices.com
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SUMMARY
Rachel A. Abbott / Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP
A partner with New York law firm Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP, Rachel A. Abbott has been with the firm since 2005. Her practice primarily involves personal injury and wrongful death. Ms. Abbott is a skilled litigator, known for her persistent and aggressive advocacy of clients in the courtroom. She has extensive experience in the areas of motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, product liability and catastrophic injuries.
Ms. Abbott handles each case in a thorough and personal manner, taking care to remain accessible to her clients during each step of the legal process. She understands the importance of being available to answer questions and put clientsÂ’ minds at ease during this difficult time. In addition to personal injury, Ms. Abbott handles family and matrimonial law matters, including divorce, parenting arrangements and other sensitive issues. She also has experience in commercial litigation, with an emphasis on intellectual property law, trademark disputes and copyright and patent infringement cases.
Giving back to the local community is important to Ms. Abbott. She regularly provides pro bono services for the Legal Aid Society and serves as a member of the Whitney Point Preschool & Daycare. Ms. Abbott is particularly committed to the well-being of children and at-risk families. She is known for her compassionate approach to each case, whether through her law firmÂ’s practice or her own volunteer work.
Ms. Abbott has been recognized in Upstate New York Rising Stars. She is admitted to practice in the state of New York and before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York.
Bar & COURT ADMISSIONS
State of New York, 2006
Education
| School | Major | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keuka College, New York, BA, sigma cum laude | - | - | 2002 |
| Syracuse University College of Law, New York, JD, magna cum laude | - | - | 2005 |
Professional Affiliations
Broome County Bar Association’s Family Court Committee
Broome County Bar Association’s Pro Bono Committee
Business and Professional Women’s Association
Planned Parenthood of South Central New York, Inc.
Mothers & Babies Perinatal Network of South Central New York, Inc.