Elizabeth Bawden

Elizabeth Bawden is a prominent partner at Withersworldwide, specializing in estate planning, planned giving, and tax-exempt organizations. Based in the Los Angeles office, she is recognized for her sophisticated legal practice that assists individuals and families in expanding and preserving their legacies through effective philanthropic strategies.13

Professional Background

• Education: Bawden graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Philosophy from Wheaton College and earned her J.D. from UCLA School of Law, where she served as Executive Editor of the UCLA Law Review.24
• Legal Specialization: She is certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization as a legal specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law. Additionally, she is a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) and has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Los Angeles Council of Charitable Gift Planners.234

Areas of Expertise

Bawden's practice encompasses:

• Estate Planning: Guiding clients through complex estate and gift tax planning.
• Charitable Planning: Advising nonprofits on organizational and operational issues, including gift planning.
• Tax Law: Providing strategic advice on tax-exempt organizations and family wealth transfers.123

Teaching and Community Involvement

In addition to her legal practice, Elizabeth Bawden serves as an adjunct faculty member at UCLA School of Law, teaching courses related to estate and gift tax. She is also actively involved in charitable work, serving on the board of the Heifer International Foundation, which focuses on ending hunger and poverty globally.234

Recognition

Bawden has been recognized in various legal rankings for her contributions to nonprofit law and estate planning, including being listed in The Best Lawyers in America and Chambers and Partners' High Net Worth Guide.23

Her combination of legal expertise, teaching roles, and commitment to philanthropy makes her a significant figure in her field.