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Overview

Andrew aggressively defends clients in matters involving toxic tort, product liability, premises liability and personal injury.

Andrew’s in-depth knowledge of toxic tort laws and how they apply at the state and federal levels has helped clients avoid large potential jury verdicts, resulting in significant savings. Representing clients in the manufacturing, supply and industrial sectors, he concentrates his practice on cases alleging exposure to asbestos, benzene and other toxic chemicals.

He handles cases from inception through trial, including developing defense strategies, managing discovery and fact investigation, deposing fact and expert witnesses, and preparing cases for trial. Andrew has uncovered little-known state statutes that helped clients in their defense against claims of product liability or personal injury. For example, he found a unique state law that required the plaintiff to meet stringent standards before filing a mesothelioma claim in a federal court case. This discovery diminished the value of the case and prompted the plaintiff to settle his claim at a much reduced amount.

Prior to joining Husch Blackwell, Andrew worked at a large litigation firm in St. Louis.

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Recognition

  • Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America
    • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants, 2023-2025

Education

  • J.D., Washington University in St. Louis
    • cum laude
    • Washington University Global Studies Law Review
    • Honor's Scholar Award
    • Dean's Service Award for Pro Bono Service
  • B.S.B.A., University of Missouri
    • Marketing
    • magna cum laude
    • Target Case Award Winner

Admissions

  • Missouri
  • Illinois
  • Pennsylvania
  • Massachusetts
  • Minnesota
  • Arizona

Professional Memberships and Certifications

  • The Missouri Bar
  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel


*Contact Andrew to set up an in-person consultation by appointment in the St. Louis office.
Experience
  • Represented Fortune 100 corporation in federal court where unique state law on requirements for pleading asbestos cases in the proper forum resulted in diminished case value and settlement in mesothelioma claim.
  • Obtained dismissal for premises client based on workers' compensation exclusivity provision where plaintiff was prohibited from filing claim against our client in Circuit Court and was required to go through state workers' compensation system, thereby avoiding settlement or trial with plaintiff.
  • Secured dismissal for small manufacturing company in trio of cases wherein client never manufactured products used in premises involved in the cases, and ensured that client would not be sued in upcoming cases involving premises site.
  • Represented heavy equipment manufacturer and hardware store that supplied asbestos-containing materials in asbestos cases in Missouri and Illinois, resulting in many favorable outcomes prior to trial.
News Releases | May 28, 2020
Husch Blackwell Named CLOC's Inaugural Legal Innovation in Operations Project Award Winner

Husch Blackwell is believed to be the only law firm to date to be recognized by both the CLOC LIO Project and ACC Value Champion award series for its ability to implement legal solutions that cut spending, improve predictability and achieve better outcomes.

Outside the Office

Andrew is an avid fan of the Cardinals, Blues and Mizzou. He enjoys spending time with his family and going to country music concerts with his wife.