About Rachelle
Rachelle Hare is a distinguished Construction Lawyer, Commercial Manager, and Business Adviser with over 25 years of comprehensive experience in construction law, procurement, project delivery, and business advisory. Her career is marked by a unique blend of private practice, in-house roles, commercial management, and government positions, making her advice invaluable for construction businesses seeking practical and commercially viable solutions.
Her expertise includes working with high-profile law firms such as McCullough Robertson and Corrs Chambers Westgarth, providing a strong foundation in construction and commercial law. Rachelle has also held significant in-house positions, including Acting General Counsel at Thiess and Defence Housing Australia, and Senior Legal Counsel roles with major organisations like Laing O'Rourke and the Australian Government Solicitor. These roles have equipped her with a deep understanding of the intricacies of both the legal and operational sides of construction projects.
Rachelle's approach is characterised by her ability to align legal strategies with business realities. She focuses on front-end construction law, covering contract drafting and review, procurement strategy, project delivery advice, and risk management. Her work at Blaze Business & Legal involves advising construction, civil, and infrastructure business leaders on optimising contract positions, enhancing procurement strategies, strengthening business structures, and improving risk control.
Her practical experience as a Commercial Manager has shaped her capacity to advise on business structures and governance, incorporating insights into commercial strategy, compliance, and risk management. Rachelle collaborates with her business partner Shannon Drew to offer integrated legal, financial, and operational advice, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive support that addresses multiple facets of their business needs.
Rachelle’s academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Laws with First Class Honours and a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Asian Studies from Griffith University, further underpinning her expertise with strong academic credentials. Her blend of skills, extensive industry knowledge, and practical experience makes her an asset to any construction business looking to navigate the complexities of today's challenging market.
