Rachel S. Upshaw

Rachel S. Upshaw is a skilled family law attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, who has been serving local families since 2006. As a key member of Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC, she focuses on helping clients through sensitive matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, and post-divorce actions. Known for her clear advocacy and dedication to her clients, Rachel is deeply committed to ensuring families are supported and heard throughout difficult transitions.

Rachel earned her B.A. in Political Science from Middle Tennessee State University, graduating cum laude in 2002. She went on to receive her J.D. from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in 2006, graduating with distinction. During law school, she served on the Law Review and won first place in the ASCAP Nathan Burkan Memorial Writing Competition.

Rachel began her legal career clerking for the Honorable Judge Karen R. Williams, followed by an associate position at a Middle Tennessee law firm. She later joined Miller Upshaw Family Law, where she has continued to build a strong reputation in family law. She is admitted to the Tennessee Bar and is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, the Lawyers Association for Women, and the Belmont American Inn of Court.

Rachel’s professional accolades include recognition by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys for client satisfaction, selection to Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars, and being named a Top 10 Family Law Attorney Under 40 by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.

In addition to her legal practice, Rachel S. Upshaw has been a voice for family-focused policy, advocating in Washington, D.C. for better maternity leave and childcare access. She is known for her balanced approach, combining legal skill with a deep understanding of her clients’ needs.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC
• Former Associate Attorney, DuBois & Bates, PC
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, Lawyers Association for Women
• Member, Belmont American Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Middle Tennessee State University
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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