Allison Gill Sanford

BIO

Allison Gill Sanford is an Associate at Haeggquist & Eck, bringing experience from her role as a Staff Attorney at the California Court of Appeal under Justice William Dato, and as an Equal Justice Works Fellow at Free to Thrive, where she represented survivors of human trafficking to clear their criminal records.

Originally from the Seattle area and now residing in San Diego, Allison earned her Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School and graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Philosophy from Whitman College.

Allison’s early career in the nonprofit sector, including her time in ministry, laid the foundation for her commitment to a public interest legal vocation. She believes the law can be a powerful tool to address power imbalances and uphold the inherent dignity and worth of every individual, and she is dedicated to advancing these ideals in her work.

Outside of her professional life, Allison loves spending time with her husband and son. They can often be found hiking together on the weekends. In her limited free time, Allison also enjoys backpacking, distance running, traveling, reading, and improving her Spanish skills.

Awards

• Super Lawyers Rising Star (2025)