Owen Bird Welcomes Isabella Stuart

January 10, 2024 - Owen Bird

Owen Bird is pleased to announce that Isabella Stuart has joined our firm as the newest member of our Litigation Group. Isabella obtained her B.A. at the University of British Columbia and her J.D. from the University of Victoria.

Prior to joining Owen Bird, Isabella’s litigation practice focused on insurance defence.  She has experience in dealing with a variety of claims, including property loss, construction, occupier’s liability, product liability, personal injury and insurance coverage claims.

Isabella has represented clients before the Supreme Court of British Columbia and the Provincial Court of British Columbia.

Outside of work, Isabella enjoys spending time…

Owen Bird Welcomes Andrew Stainer

January 04, 2024 - Owen Bird

Owen Bird is pleased to announce that Andrew Stainer has joined our firm as the newest member of our Litigation Group.

Andrew’s practice is focused on commercial, maritime, transportation, and insurance related disputes. Andrew has been nationally recognized by Chambers as a leading lawyer in Shipping, by the Legal 500 as a “Next Generation Partner” in Shipping, and by Best Lawyers in both Maritime and Insurance law.

Andrew has extensive experience with matters involving casualty and emergency response, maritime collisions and claims, fires, floods, complex bodily injuries and fatalities, pollution incidents, cargo claims, and significant property losses. He represents a…

Owen Bird Announces New Shareholders

January 02, 2024 - Owen Bird

Owen Bird is proud to announce that Geoff Bowman, Jennifer Loeb, Jean Feng and Nikta Shirazian have become shareholders effective January 1, 2024.

Geoff Bowman: Geoff was called to the bar in 2005 and joined Owen Bird in September 2023. His practice focuses on resolving construction disputes, including relating to procurement. Geoff has been involved in projects of all sizes, including major projects in excess of $1B.  Geoff’s experience includes insurance defence work focused on construction-related matters and professional negligence claims in addition to a broad range of general commercial disputes.

Jennifer Loeb: Jennifer was called to the bar…

Greg Tucker and Nikta Shirazian Present to the Insurance Institute of BC

November 10, 2023 - Owen Bird

Greg Tucker K.C. and Nikta Shirazian recently presented at the Insurance Institute of British Columbia, drawing an audience of over 120 participants for their webinar on Commercial General Liability (CGL) policies. They covered crucial topics, including providing an overview of the structure of the CGL, key insuring agreements, interaction with other types of policies, and explored the ‘time on risk’ protocol for multi-year CGL policies. Greg and Nikta are part of the insurance practice group at Owen Bird, and routinely provide advice on coverage matters, with Greg Tucker having been recognized as an industry leader in this area.

Upcoming Seminar: Michelle Karby Speaks on Business Exit Planning

September 20, 2023 - Owen Bird

Owen Bird’s Michelle Karby will be participating in an upcoming expert panel on Business Exit Planning on October 11th in Langley.

This event will feature a series of expert discussions created specifically for business owners and trusted advisors.  Attendees will learn more about the exit planning process, current best practices and how a diverse group of expert advisors, working in a coordinated and collaborative way, help business owners maximize the transferable value of their business and leave on their terms.

Discussion will be interactive with time for attendee questions as well as links to resource materials, tips,…

Owen Bird Welcomes Geoff Bowman

September 07, 2023 - Owen Bird

Owen Bird is pleased to announce that Geoff Bowman has joined our firm as the newest member of our Litigation Group.

Geoff’s practice is focussed on resolving construction disputes.  His litigation experience includes negligence, insurance defence, fraud, land use issues, professional discipline and tendering.  He has significant procurement experience as a barrister and as a solicitor, assisting government owners and bidders.

Away from the office Geoff enjoys spending time with his family (often in hockey rinks).