Rachel M. Hollywood

Partner

Meet Rachel

Bar admission

  • New York

Education

  • State University of New York Oneonta, B.A.
  • Hofstra University School of Law, J.D.
  • Licensed New York State real estate broker

Professional experience

Rachel M. Hollywood is a highly accomplished attorney with over 20 years of experience in real estate law. She has been the principal attorney at the Law Office of Rachel M. Hollywood, PC since 2005, representing buyers, sellers, banks, investors, and developers. Her expertise extends to short sales, foreclosures, and complex real estate transactions, where she provides strategic legal solutions to her clients.

Prior to founding her firm, Rachel worked at Jared W. Beschel, PC and Goldstein Ben Ezra LLP from 2002 to 2005, gaining valuable experience in real estate transactions and client advocacy.

Key practice areas

  • Real estate law
  • Buyer and seller representation
  • Bank and investor representation
  • Short sales and foreclosures
  • Developer transactions

Professional associations and leadership

  • Long Island Board of Realtors (LIBOR)
  • New York State Bar Association (NYSBA)
  • National Leadership Honor Society
  • Delta Phi Epsilon sorority
  • Former president, senior class at SUNY Oneonta

Community involvement

Rachel is deeply committed to giving back to the community. She has organized successful fundraisers for various causes and frequently provides pro bono legal services to those in need. She is actively involved in church, athletics, and school organizations.

Personal touch

Rachel’s journey into law was fueled by her love for education—having skipped a grade, she graduated early and pursued law to continue her academic growth.

Personal interests

When she’s not advocating for clients, Rachel enjoys raising her three boys, practicing yoga, cooking, fine dining, traveling, and being a dedicated hockey mom.

Fun fact

Rachel comes from a family of seven children. Her parents were missionaries who lived in South America for years, and her eldest sister was born in Chile before the family moved back to the United States.–