Background
Thomas, Elizabeth was born on January 29, 1953 in New York City. Daughter of Howard E. and Edna Patrecia (McGuire) Thomas.
Thomas, Elizabeth was born on January 29, 1953 in New York City. Daughter of Howard E. and Edna Patrecia (McGuire) Thomas.
Wellesley College (Bachelor of Arts, 1975). Harvard University (Juris Doctor, cum laude, 1979). Phi Beta Kappa.
Law clerk to Honorary A. David Mazzone United States District Court Massachusetts, Boston, 1979-1980. Attorney Evergreen Legal Services, Seattle, 1980-1987. Associate Preston Gates & Ellis, 1987-1989, partner, 1990—2006, K & L Gates, Seattle, since 2007.
Chair environmental department Preston Gates & Ellis, 1997-1998. Chair energy & utilities practice group, 2001—2002.
"Custody Litigation Strategies for Battered Women," Fall, 1987, Clearinghouse Review.
Chair Energy Facility Siting Process Review Committee. Vice-chair rate advisory committee Seattle City Light Citizens. Member conservation programs task force Northwest Power Council.
Member cost allocation advisory group energy committee Seattle City Council. Technical advisor Demand and Resource Evaluation Project Puget Sound Power & Light. Member American Bar Association (member energy, environment and resources section, member natural resources & enviroment section), Northwest Public Power Association, Phi Beta Kappa.
Married Ronald L. Roseman, August 14, 1986. 1 Child: Catherine Blake Roseman.