Rachel McFarlin is a Wayne County native, born in Garden City, Michigan. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies from Eastern Michigan University graduating in 2007. Prior to graduating, she completed an internship at the Wayne County Legal Resource Center, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, providing free information and assistance in completing legal forms and processes to pro se litigants wishing to represent themselves.

Since 2008 Rachel has worked as a paralegal focused primarily on recouping losses caused by motor vehicle accidents, and assisting with personal injury and negligence litigation under the supervision of a licensed attorney.

In her free time, Rachel enjoys many recreational activities including kayaking, disc golf, bowling, and spending time with her family.