The Forum of Insurance Lawyers is the UK’s leading professional membership organization dedicated to representing legal professionals engaged in the defence of insurance-related claims. Specializing exclusively in insurance law, FOIL stands out as a central hub for knowledge exchange, advocacy, and professional development, serving insurers, self-insured companies, and public and private sector authorities.
FOIL supports its members through targeted lobbying, continuous education, and extensive networking opportunities, ensuring they remain at the forefront of regulatory reforms and industry best practices. The organization focuses on uniting defence-side insurance practitioners, providing critical updates on legal developments, and shaping the future of insurance litigation through collaborative engagement and thought leadership.
Services Offered
- Legal services for insurance-related claims defence
- Lobbying and regulatory advocacy
- Professional education and training events
- Networking opportunities and sector-focused team meetings
- Consultation responses on legal and policy issues
- Publication of updates, briefing papers, and legal digests
- Streamed events and conference calls
- Members’ surveys and research initiatives
- The Voice magazine and legal digest publications
- Support for diversity, equity, and inclusion in insurance law
- Representation for FOIL Ireland, FOIL Scotland, and London Market sectors
FOIL operates across the UK, Ireland, and Northern Ireland, engaging with law firms, insurers, and industry partners to advance the highest standards in insurance defence practice and to influence legal and regulatory frameworks affecting the sector.
