Alexandra Barlow is a seasoned advisor and litigator dedicated to addressing her clients’ most complex matters. A partner in Morrison Foerster’s Complex Litigation + Advisement Group, Alexandra represents leading companies in high-stakes product liability, class action, mass tort, and commercial litigation. She has extensive experience defending cases involving medical devices, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, automobiles, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.

Alexandra makes a point of mastering the details of her clients’ businesses to guide them through complex litigation. She dives deep into the technology behind their products and systems, collaborating with engineers, scientists, and other experts to understand how they function and to build strong, credible defenses. This hands-on approach shapes her case strategy and strengthens her ability to translate complex technical issues for judges and juries. She also counsels clients on risk management and litigation avoidance strategies, and regularly publishes and speaks on emerging issues in product liability and technology litigation, including AI-driven products, autonomous systems, and mass arbitration trends.

With extensive experience in both California and federal courts, Alexandra is a trusted advocate for her clients in high-stakes disputes. Her practice spans the full litigation life cycle—from early case assessment through trial and appeal. She manages all phases of discovery, handles a wide range of dispositive and procedural motions, and frequently represents clients in mediations and other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Alexandra has also taken multiple matters to trial, delivering effective advocacy before judges and juries alike.

A San Diego native, Alexandra is active in the local legal and academic communities. She takes pride in representing companies that drive innovation and economic growth in the region’s life sciences and technology sectors. She also maintains an active pro bono practice focused on protecting access to healthcare, supporting food security initiatives, and assisting veterans with discharge upgrades.

Alexandra received her B.A. in political science, with a minor in Spanish, from the University of California, Los Angeles. She earned her J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law, where her comment on the recovery of damages by plaintiffs in a persistent vegetative state was published by the San Diego Law Review. In recognition of her professional accomplishments and community engagement, Alexandra was honored with the University of San Diego School of Law’s 2024 Rising Star Recent Alumni Award.