Elizabeth Kanburi Bidzakin is a distinguished Ghanaian private legal practitioner, academic, and a proud member of the Ghana Bar Association. She is the Managing Partner of BidzakinKombat Law Firm, a forward-thinking legal advisory firm dedicated to delivering innovative corporate and criminal law solutions tailored to the evolving needs of contemporary clients.
Elizabeth holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree from the prestigious Columbia University in the City of New York and is currently a Ph.D. Candidate in Justice Studies and a Teaching Fellow at Arizona State University, USA. Her academic and professional journey is deeply rooted in her belief that law serves as a powerful tool for advancing social justice and driving societal transformation.
Throughout her illustrious career, Elizabeth has garnered extensive experience across multiple areas of legal practice. She has worked with SSNIT in Ghana and has provided expert legal counsel on diverse issues, including criminal law, family law, corporate law, and employment matters. She has served as corporate counsel for organizations such as Oyster Agribusiness, W3 Foundation, Farm2Door, and the American Field Service Intercultural Exchange Programs, Ghana.
Elizabeth further honed her expertise in criminal litigation and investigation during her time as an Extern Assistant District Attorney at the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office in New York. These experiences, combined with her global legal exposure, have enriched her unique approach to legal practice and academia.
As a budding scholar, Elizabeth has authored several scholarly papers and legal opinions published in notable outlets, including the University of Cape Coast Law Journal, Dennis Law, and Citi News Ghana. Her research and teaching focus on the intersection of law, criminal justice, and social equity, offering her students and readers a comprehensive and practical understanding of legal systems.
Passionate about education, Elizabeth brings her diverse legal experiences into the classroom, fostering critical thinking and equipping the next generation of legal professionals to navigate the complexities of modern legal systems with integrity and empathy.
With a strong commitment to justice, Elizabeth continues to bridge the gap between legal theory and practice while striving to create a more equitable and just society through her work as both a practitioner and an educator.
