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Following her lifelong dream to help people work through the complicated and overwhelming process that is the American Court system, Rachel A. King began her career clerking for a prominent Birmingham litigation firm. After working with this firm, Rachel realized her true calling was to help her clients feel at home, even when their home may be falling apart. With a desire to help clients during difficult times, she began to exclusively counsel clients in the midst of family crisis.
Since 2005 Rachel has developed an extensive expertise in all areas of family law, including divorce, custody, DHR investigations, adoptions, paternity, child support, alimony, IEP’s and guardianships. After becoming a partner in 2009 at a Shelby County law firm, Rachel continued to follow her passion to help the residents of Alabama with all their family law needs. In 2012, Rachel founded the boutique firm of Vella & King with her partner, Traci Owen Vella.
Together, they offer nearly thirty years of experience and expertise in the areas of family law, domestic relations and adoptions.
In 2015 and 2016 B-Metro Magazine named Rachel one of the top Women Lawyer’s in the Birmingham area. In June, 2016 she was included as a Top Attorney in the Bham Biz as well. Rachel was also named by the Birmingham Magazine as a top family law attorney in the Birmingham area in 2010, 2011, and again in 2013. Rachel is an AV rated attorney through Martindale- Hubbell(the highest rating given by other lawyers based on experience and credentials). Rachel has also received the Client’s Choice award in Family Law from AVVO in 2013 (an award given based upon client recommendations and reviews).
Rachel graduated Cum Laude from the University of Alabama in 2001, and received her Juris Doctorate from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University in 2005. In 2011 she was appointed to the Alabama Custodial Laws Revision Task Force.
When not busy fighting for her clients and advocating for the children of Alabama, Rachel enjoys spending as much time as possible volunteering as a Patient Pal at Children’s Hospital, relaxing with her loving family, and attending the many community events Birmingham has to offer.
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Acquired: 2006
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14 Office Park Circle, Suite 106, Birmingham, AL, 35223
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Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Clear communication, attention to detail, knowledgable and approachable! Rachel is a professional strong woman, well equipped!
She was recommended by a friend going through a very challenging divorce, a picture perfect terrible messy divorce with young children. Throughout her process, she spoke of circumstances and how Rachel addressed those. The legal positioning strategies recommended by Rachel to maneuver through the n...
Posted by Lisa | November 26, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Wonderful Family Attorney
Ms. Rachel King is currently my attorney handling my divorce. From the moment I first spoke with her, I knew she was extremely dedicated to her work and clients. Not only has she been timely in communicating with me, the court, and the opposing attorney, she has also been very honest in her advice ...
Posted by Lora | September 11, 2013 | Child Custody
Great attorney for child custody!!
Rachel was fantastic! Going through such a stressful and upsetting event, I can't imagine going through it with anyone less qualified. My ex-husband had me served with child custody modification papers right after I had gotten re-married. Rachel informed me of everything that would take place and kep...
"Rachel is one of a kind. She is honest, intelligent, pleasant to work with, and exhibits all of the great qualities expected in a divorce lawyer. She is a great advocate for her clients. I would highly recommend her for representation."
"Rachel is a highly skilled and highly intelligent family law attorney. It has always been a pleasure to work with her. She is well-respected in the community and highly thought of by her peers. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Rachel King is a true asset to the practice of family law. She has been an excellent advocate to work with even as opposing counsel. She has an earnest drive to find solutions to each problem no matter how difficult those problems are for each of her clients. Rachel's desire to attain the best result possible for her clients is readily seen through her diligent hard work in every case. Rachel has been a delight to work with during our cases together. Her professionalism shines through her work and communication with other lawyers."
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2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Women Attorneys, B-Metro
2016
Top Attorney, BHM BIZ
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Women Lawyers, B-Metro Magazine
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top Attorneys, Birmingham Magazine
2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Top Attorneys, Birmingham Magazine
2010
Top Attorneys, Birmingham Magazine
2012 - Present
Partner, Vella & King
2009 - 2012
Partner, Shockley & KIng
2005 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Holliman & Shockley
2007 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2006 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2006 - Present
Birmingham Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Shelby County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Alabama State Bar, Volunteer Lawyers ProgramMember
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
English