Ruby Egit

In the bustling city of Toronto, Ontario, Ruby Egit shines as a beacon of legal expertise at Branch MacMaster LLP, where she not only partners but also spearheads the operations of the Toronto branch. Egit's legal journey is adorned with a profound focus on class actions and insurance law. She delivers critical advice on insurance coverage and boasts an impressive portfolio of trial and appeal cases, skillfully navigating the complexities of contested motions nationwide.

Egit's repertoire extends into the realm of health law, demonstrating significant acumen in representing healthcare professionals such as physicians and chiropractors, as well as hospitals in various legal challenges. These range from civil actions and complaints to billing audits. Furthermore, her advocacy for long-term care homes in both class actions and civil matters underscores her comprehensive expertise in health-related legal issues.

Before her current tenure in Toronto, Egit's career blossomed in Vancouver at Branch MacMaster, concentrating on insurance and health law. Her career trajectory then led her to a pivotal role in the litigation department of a premier national law firm in Toronto. In 2021, her journey came full circle as she returned to Branch MacMaster, reinvigorated and ready to contribute her vast experience back to the firm.

Beyond her responsibilities at Branch MacMaster, Egit is actively involved in the legal community. She serves on the Class Action Bench Bar Liaison Committee, aiming to refine class proceedings and enhance communication between judges and lawyers. As a Practitioner Mentor at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, she dedicates her time to mentoring second-year law students, focusing on Civil Procedure. Egit's commitment to the legal profession also extends to her voluntary work with Pro Bono Ontario, evidencing her dedication to accessible legal services.

Egit's educational background, with a J.D. from Queen’s University in 2015 and a B.A. Honours in Economics and Classical Studies from the same institution in 2012, lays a solid foundation for her legal prowess and her profound impact on the legal landscape in Canada.