Rachel Amster specializes in civil and administrative litigation. Rachel’s focus is on issues specific to the transportation logistics industry, particularly maritime and rail.  In her transportation practice, she has participated in cases before federal district courts and the Federal Maritime Commission.

Prior to joining GKG, Rachel specialized in criminal defense and employment litigation.

Education

  • The George Washington University Law School (J.D. 2018)
  • McGill University (B.A. 2013)

Bar Admissions

  • District of Columbia

Professional Associations

  • Association of Transportation Law Professionals (ATLP)
  • Infrastructure and Regulated Industries Section, American Bar Association
  • International Law Community, District of Columbia Bar

Publications

  • Co-Author, Racial Justice Complements Criminal Justice Policy Reform to Improve Efficiency and Fairness, The State of Criminal Justice (ABA 2017).
  • Co-Author, When Aggressive Policy Pays Off: Civil Forfeiture, ABA White Collar Crime Committee Newsletter (Summer/Fall 2016 Edition).

Hobbies & Civic Activities

  • Running in Rock Creek Park.