Insightful advice for public bodies and international organisations navigating complex public and international law, policy, and strategic challenges.
RACHEL OPIE, BARRISTER
Rachel is a barrister who specialises in public law and international law. She brings significant expertise and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach to advising on a wide range of legal and policy challenges. Rachel particularly enjoys working on novel, complex issues that require innovative thinking.
Public Law
Rachel advises on a range of public law issues, including statutory interpretation, decision-making, legislative and policy development, and the application of international obligations in domestic law.
International Law
Rachel advises on a broad spectrum of public international law with particular expertise in international human rights, humanitarian law and criminal law, and mechanisms for international accountability.
Inquiries
Rachel assists on inquiries and investigations, providing leadership and legal, policy, and strategic advice throughout the full life cycle of national and international commissions of inquiry, from establishment to post-inquiry outcomes.
Insightful Advice, Transformative Solutions.
TRUSTED EXPERTISE
Why Choose Rachel
A barrister and international law expert, Rachel can advise on both Aotearoa New Zealand public law and public international law, and the intersections between the two. She assists clients through her pragmatic and strategic advice that offers solutions to legal and policy challenges. Clients value her ability to simplify complexity, think creatively, and deliver practical, solution-focused advice.
STRATEGIC & PRINCIPLED
Rachel’s Approach
Collaborative, pragmatic and strategic
Clear communication and responsiveness
Valuing expertise, integrity and independence
Working to achieve effective outcomes
MEET RACHEL
Rachel Opie, Barrister.
Public and International Law
With more than 20 years’ experience at the national and international levels, Rachel has extensive and unique knowledge of public and international law, the Aotearoa New Zealand system of government, the United Nations, and commissions of inquiry and other accountability mechanisms at national and international levels. Rachel is experienced in adapting and tailoring her approach to her client’s needs and the issues at hand. She aims to work collaboratively to reach pragmatic, lasting solutions. A central feature of Rachel’s practice is having enduring relationships with her clients.
Rachel is a member of Kate Sheppard Chambers and Te Kāhui Ture o Aotearoa/New Zealand Law Society. She is an Evaluator for the International Bar Association-International Criminal Court Moot Court Competition and mentors junior lawyers.
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Rachel Opie specialises in public law and international law. Located in Aotearoa New Zealand and Switzerland. Working with clients worldwide.
