Ian Brookie
Ian Brookie is a defense attorney representing Lasalosi Vaitohi in the high-profile murder trial in Auckland. He argues that Vaitohi's actions should not be considered murder, emphasizing the complexities of intent and the tragic nature of Peter Rasmussen's death, while seeking a lesser charge of manslaughter.
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Recent news mentions
Defence lawyer Ian Brookie has asked for the interim suppression to continue.
Woman’s domestic violence strangulation account played at Auckland murder trial
New Zealand· 2025-08-19
Defence lawyer Ian Brookie gave a much shorter opening statement, as is generally required in jury trials.
Domestic violence murder trial: West Auckland man denies beating partner to deathNew Zealand· 2025-08-18Ian Brookie was the lawyer for the woman, arguing her actions were motivated by a desire to keep her job.
Pharmacist loses licence for stealing from cash register and lying to Pharmacy Council about itNew Zealand· 2025-08-03
Ian Brookie is Jago's lawyer who argued that the conviction was unreasonable.
Court hears former Act president Tim Jago’s appeal against sexual abuse conviction, sentenceNew Zealand· 2025-06-17
Ian Brookie stated that his client, Jayant Patel, had accepted responsibility for his offending.
Pharmacist Jayant Patel’s registration cancelled after selling stolen medication for $126k on Trade MeNew Zealand· 2025-05-15
Jago’s lawyer Ian Brookie confirmed the appeal had been set down for June 17 in Auckland.
Former ACT president Tim Jago to claim ‘miscarriage of justice’New Zealand· 2025-04-15
Ian Brookie represents Vaitohi and asked jurors to be wary of interpreting phone calls without context.
Auckland trial begins for Crips members Lasalosi Vaitohi, Ethan Jessop, Daziea Huia, accused of murdering Peter RasmussenNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
