Raquel Gates is a Law Clerk at Sylvester Law Center. Under the guidance of attorneys at Sylvester Law Center, Raquel is involved in third-party insurance disputes involving commercial general liability policies and excess liability policies, including but not limited to, pre-suit analysis and litigation of construction defect claims, bodily injury claims, and catastrophic loss.

During her university studies, Raquel gained valuable experience and a strong understanding of litigation as a legal assistant, supporting attorneys in personal injury and criminal law matters. She also volunteered her time at a Title 1 middle school in Melbourne focused on the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) college readiness program, community involvement, and serving the underserved student population, as well as the nonprofit Brevard County Legal Aid.

Raquel is a native of Melbourne, Florida. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration from the University of Central Florida and earned her Juris Doctor degree from Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando, Florida. In her free time, Raquel enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, and walking on the idyllic beaches.