Beatrix Woodhouse
Beatrix Woodhouse is a prominent lawyer known for her advocacy in cases involving victims of sexual abuse. She gained public attention for representing the woman in a landmark ruling in 2023 that expanded eligibility for compensation under New Zealand's Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) scheme. Woodhouse has expressed disappointment over the government's consideration of law changes that could limit support for abuse victims, highlighting her commitment to securing justice and adequate compensation for her clients.
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Recent news mentions
Beatrix Woodhouse – the lawyer who represented a rape victim in the landmark case – believed ACC could do more to broadcast the change.
ACC only releases 1% of $3.6b set for expanded injury claims
New Zealand· 2025-06-22
Beatrix Woodhouse is Officer's counsel who welcomed the coroner's findings.
Coroner slams police, calls for fresh investigation into Gore tot Lachie Jones’ deathNew Zealand· 2025-06-13
Beatrix Woodhouse – the lawyer who represented the woman at the centre of the precedent-setting 2023 ruling – was disappointed the Government was considering a law change.
Government mulls limiting ACC cover as rape victim’s court win exposes insurer to costly claimsNew Zealand· 2025-05-16