CONTACT Emily

250.762.5434
[email protected]


FOCUS

Commercial Litigation
Employment Law


EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Management (Hons.), University of British Columbia Okanagan
  • J.D., Dalhousie\'s Schulich School of Law


ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS

  • Law Society of British Columbia
  • Canadian Bar Association

Emily Bowen


B.Mgt. (Hons.), J.D.

Emily is an associate whose practice focuses on commercial and civil litigation, as well as employment law. She advises businesses, employers & employees, and other individuals on a broad range of disputes.

Emily understands that disputes can have consequences beyond the immediate legal issues. Whether acting for a business in a commercial matter, an employer or employee managing a workplace challenge, or an individual facing a difficult legal situation, she takes time to understand her clients’ priorities and broader objectives. Emily combines attention to immediate needs with consideration of a forward-looking perspective, to provide advice that considers the full picture.

Her business education informs her pragmatic approach to legal problem-solving and allows her to assess matters from multiple lenses. Emily works closely with her clients to develop strategies that align with their overall goals and manages risk effectively. She recognizes that disputes can be disruptive, time-consuming, and stressful, and she aims to ease those burdens by providing advice that is responsive to each client\'s unique circumstances.

Emily has appeared before the British Columbia Supreme Court, the Provincial Court of British Columbia, and various administrative tribunals throughout the province. While she is a confident advocate in court, she recognizes that the best outcomes are not always achieved through litigation and focuses on identifying the most effective paths to resolution.

Client’s appreciate Emily’s emphasis on clear communication and her drive to build a trusted advisor relationship, which she believes is fundamental to effective representation. She ensures clients understand their options, feel informed throughout the process, and remain confident in their chosen strategy. Whether navigating active litigation or addressing emerging business or workplace challenges, Emily is provides thoughtful strategic guidance grounded in a broad perspective.

Outside of the office, Emily enjoys spending time outdoors, whether hitting the ski hill, or the lake on her paddleboard. Having grown up in the Okanagan, Emily does not take for granted the endless activities it has to offer. However, she can often be found planning her next trip overseas.


RECENT BLOG POSTS BY Emily

Employment Law Risk: Where Employers can Limit their Exposure

June 12, 2026

  Employment Law Risk: Where Employers can Limit their Exposure I regularly meet business owners who find themselves years into running and growing their company without having paused to consider the legal risks that come with being an employer, or newly established employers who want to get ahead of issues, but they are not sure…