Lauren Cullen
Partner - Personal Injury & Civil Sexual Abuse
Contact LaurenLauren is a partner with the personal injury department. She handles all aspects of plaintiff-side litigation, including serious and catastrophic motor vehicle claims, claims against municipalities, and disability litigation. From 2022 to 2027, Lauren has been selected for inclusion on the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ list which recognizes Canadian lawyers who are earlier in their careers for outstanding professional excellence.
Education
Western University, J.D.
Brandon University, B.Sc.
About
Originally from Manitoba, Lauren has practiced exclusively plaintiff-side litigation since graduating from Western University's Faculty of Law. She worked at a specialized personal injury firm in Toronto before returning to London, which she now proudly calls home.
Lauren strongly believes in facilitating access to justice. She has dedicated her career to helping individuals succeed, both through her practice, and volunteer endeavours.
Client Testimonials
I had the pleasure of having an initial consultation with Lauren A. Cullen, and I can confidently say that she made an exceptionally positive impression on me. Lauren demonstrated an outstanding combination of professionalism, legal knowledge, integrity, honesty, compassion, and genuine dedication. She took the time to listen attentively to my concerns, carefully understand the circumstances, and provide thoughtful, clear, candid, and practical guidance. I particularly appreciated her ability to address a difficult and sensitive situation with exceptional understanding, patience, sensitivity, and professionalism. What truly distinguishes Lauren is her integrity and the genuine respect and compassion she demonstrates toward the people seeking her legal guidance. She is approachable, attentive, exceptionally considerate, and reassuring, while remaining honest and straightforward in her advice. I felt heard, respected, and treated with genuine care throughout our consultation. It is rare to encounter a lawyer who combines such a high level of professionalism and legal knowledge with such sincerity, empathy, and integrity. Lauren’s approach reflects great credit on her as a lawyer and as a professional. I would wholeheartedly and without hesitation recommend Lauren A. Cullen to anyone seeking an exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, trustworthy, compassionate, and dedicated lawyer in her areas of practice. Thank you, Lauren, for your outstanding professionalism, honesty, kindness, and the genuine care you demonstrated. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have consulted with you. - N.H
I was involved in a hit-and-run car accident, and I suffered a brain injury. My lawyer was Lauren Cullen. I am very grateful that I had her representing me in my case. She was very knowledgeable and also very good at explaining everything to me so I would understand. She always answered my questions. But her biggest asset is her Empathy towards me and my injury. For her help and her team at Siskinds, I will always be thankful to them for helping me. -J.H
“[Lauren] made me feel really comfortable, she was really easy to talk to…”, Melissa provides a testimonial for Lauren
Memberships and Associations
- Middlesex Law Association, Member
- Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- Canadian Bar Association, Member
- Alzheimer Foundation Southwest Partners, Board of Directors - Chair
Awards and Recognition
Lauren Cullen has been selected by her peers for inclusion in Best Lawyers™: Ones to Watch in Canada from 2022 to 2027.
Publications and Speaking
- Keynote, “Leading by example: Creative efficiency & successful claims outcomes”, Ontario Rehab Alliance ORA Conference 2026, September 30, 2026
- Speaker, “Building a business within a business: Growing your practice like an owner” Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Women Trial Lawyers Caucus virtual roundtable, September 16, 2026
- Speaker, “Unlearning to lead - Dismantline the myths that keep women lawyers playing small” Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Women Trial Lawyers Caucus virtual roundtable, September 10, 2026
- Speaker, “From files to firms: Lessons in practice & business” Ontario Trial Lawyers Association, Women Trial Lawyers Caucus virtual roundtable, January 13, 2026
- Presenter, “MIG to Non-MIG What you need to know”, Ontario Rehab Alliance webinar update, November 27, 2025
Blog Posts By Lauren Cullen
- The guilty plea and sentencing of former Woodstock mayor Trevor Birtch
- Rethinking justice for survivors of sexual violence
- An overview of spectator liability
- Settling statutory accident benefits claims: what you need to know
- Injured in a car accident while working? WSIB may not be your only option
- Important changes to automobile insurance
- How to appeal an accident benefits denial: The Licence Appeal Tribunal (LAT)
- The Kate Middleton photo scandal: Applying a legal analysis
- Beware of what you post: Navigating social media disclosure in personal injury cases
- Notice periods for personal injury claims in Ontario
- Legal costs in Ontario: How they’re awarded and what it means for litigants
- Understanding your Statutory Accident Benefits so you are fairly compensated
- Car insurance 101: 7 optional accident benefits you should consider
- SPECT scan admissible at trial as evidence of concussion
- Concert injuries: Who is responsible for the Astroworld tragedy?
- Civil Liability and COVID-19
- Blades, boards & (non)automobiles
- Liability waivers: Are they enforceable?
- Sidewalks: Do you have to shovel them?