Shaun Foster
About Shaun Foster
Shaun Foster is a lawyer based in Victoria, BC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ since 2025. Shaun Foster is recognized in the following practice area:
- Victoria, British Columbia
- Personal Injury Litigation
Current Firm: Johns Southward LLP
Location: Victoria, BC
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