New member joins Ontario law foundation’s class proceedings committee

By Sarah Khan ·

Law360 Canada (May 23, 2024, 12:57 PM EDT) -- A recent news report from the Law Foundation of Ontario announced the appointment of Elizabeth Bowker to its class proceedings committee.

An experienced trial and appellate lawyer, Bowker is a partner at Stieber Berlach LLP and represents clients in various issues, including class actions, medical malpractice and insurance coverage. She has argued at the Supreme Court of Canada, the appeal courts of Ontario and New Brunswick as well as at multiple administrative tribunals.

Bowker holds a law degree from the University of Toronto and was called to the Ontario bar in 2002. She was a legal intern with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and continues to be a speaker at conferences for professional organizations and insurance companies.

The class proceedings committee makes decisions regarding whether applicant class action plaintiffs will receive support from the Law Foundation of Ontario’s class proceedings fund.