Rachel V. Stevens
Overview
With over 20 years of experience, Rachel Stevens is a seasoned litigator focusing on general commercial and impact litigation. She has advised a broad range of clients, including pharmaceutical manufacturers, major media companies, and insurers on issues ranging from product liability litigation, defamation claims, contract disputes, employment advice to insurance coverage. Rachel approaches all her matters with the dual goal of providing outstanding client service and efficient yet innovative legal strategies.
Career & Education
- New York University Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, EMPA, 2020
- University of North Carolina School of Law, J.D., 2004
- Barnard College, Columbia University, B.A., cum laude, Urban Affairs, 1995
- New York
Rachel's Insights
Firm News | 2 min read | 06.26.25
Crowell & Moring Honors Recipients of 26th Annual George Bailey Public Service Awards
Washington – June 26, 2025: Crowell & Moring hosted its 26thannual George Bailey Public Service Awards ceremony. Named after the hero of the classic movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” these awards recognize the firm’s lawyers and staff who have made a substantial impact on the lives of others through their pro bono efforts.
Client Alert | 6 min read | 02.14.25
The New Discourse Around DEI: The Evolving DEI Landscape at Colleges and Universities
Press Coverage | 11.13.23
Press Coverage | 11.13.23
Crowell Brings On Stroock Litigator And His 9-Atty Team In NY
Representative Matters
- Represent over 5,000 public school teachers in an employment discrimination case against the New York City Board of Education, recovering $2 billion for the class.
- Defended an international media company against libel and defamation claims brought by professional athletes.
- Represented a major pharmaceutical company in a securities class action matter and a multi-district product liability litigation.
- Represent non-profit organizations in the review of programs and hiring practices to evaluate risk and provide guidance for maintaining diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
- Work with a major anti-poverty organization to evaluate state preemption laws and strengthen local government self-rule.
Rachel's Insights
Firm News | 2 min read | 06.26.25
Crowell & Moring Honors Recipients of 26th Annual George Bailey Public Service Awards
Washington – June 26, 2025: Crowell & Moring hosted its 26thannual George Bailey Public Service Awards ceremony. Named after the hero of the classic movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” these awards recognize the firm’s lawyers and staff who have made a substantial impact on the lives of others through their pro bono efforts.
Client Alert | 6 min read | 02.14.25
The New Discourse Around DEI: The Evolving DEI Landscape at Colleges and Universities
Press Coverage | 11.13.23
Press Coverage | 11.13.23
Crowell Brings On Stroock Litigator And His 9-Atty Team In NY
Insights
“Keeping the USA PATRIOT Act in Check One Material Witness at a Time”
|2003
Center for National Security Studies v. United States Department of Justice, 81 N.C. L. REV. 2157
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Rachel's Insights
Firm News | 2 min read | 06.26.25
Crowell & Moring Honors Recipients of 26th Annual George Bailey Public Service Awards
Washington – June 26, 2025: Crowell & Moring hosted its 26thannual George Bailey Public Service Awards ceremony. Named after the hero of the classic movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” these awards recognize the firm’s lawyers and staff who have made a substantial impact on the lives of others through their pro bono efforts.
Client Alert | 6 min read | 02.14.25
The New Discourse Around DEI: The Evolving DEI Landscape at Colleges and Universities
Press Coverage | 11.13.23
Press Coverage | 11.13.23
Crowell Brings On Stroock Litigator And His 9-Atty Team In NY