Rachel Notley | Associate Counsel, Barrister & Solicitor
Called to the Bar
Alberta Bar: 1991
Noteworthy
Appointed to the Prime Minister’s Council on Canada-U.S. Relations (2025)
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Rachel Notley is a lawyer and former politician who brings a wealth of experience in leadership, governance, and conflict resolution, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to improving workplace culture through accountability, fairness, and respect.
Throughout her impressive career, Rachel has been a groundbreaking leader, serving in various roles, including as Premier of Alberta. Her background as a labour lawyer and commitment to fairness, problem-solving, and meaningful change, aligns with Southern Law’s mission to support positive workplaces. She is widely recognized across Alberta and Canada as smart, practical, compassionate, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to equality and contributing to the success of others.
Rachel received her law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1990. She was called to the Alberta Bar in 1991. She also obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Alberta.
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Rachel has extensive experience and knowledge in every area of governance and public policy. She has been an effective and successful leader with impressive communication, conflict resolution, and governance skills.
Rachel provides clients and the firm with her expertise in a wide range of areas, including the following:
Leadership and governance
Conflict resolution and facilitation
Equity initiatives
Coaching
Complex complaints, investigations, reviews, and assessments
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In 2025, Rachel was appointed to the Prime Minister’s Council on Canada–U.S. Relations.
Rachel Notley* she/her
Southern Law LLP
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