Allison Foord

In her diverse civil litigation practice, Allison leads the charge in Vancouver as the head of both the Product Liability Group and the Health Law Group. Her expertise shines in handling intricate legal battles across various stages, including trials and class action lawsuits. With a knack for defending leading automotive companies, disability insurance providers, healthcare entities, and manufacturers of a wide array of products ranging from sports gear to heavy machinery, Allison's legal prowess is evident.

Beyond the courtroom, Allison offers sage advice on privacy law, crafting policies, and navigating the complexities of data protection. She plays a crucial role as a Privacy Officer at BLG, ensuring compliance and adept handling of privacy-related inquiries and issues.

Her legal acumen is not just recognized within her practice areas but also acknowledged by her peers, as reflected in her continuous recognition by Best Lawyers in Canada for Insurance Law since 2019. Allison's foundational legal education from Osgoode Hall Law School, coupled with her undergraduate studies in Political Science and Women's Studies at the University of British Columbia, has equipped her with a robust legal and analytical framework. Admitted to the bar in British Columbia in 2002 and later in the Yukon Territory in 2018, her legal journey is marked by significant milestones and a commitment to excellence.

Allison's areas of expertise are vast, covering privacy and data protection compliance, personal health information privacy, class actions, healthcare disputes, insurance claim defense, and more. Her dedication to her practice is not only a testament to her skill but also to her passion for serving clients across a spectrum of legal challenges.