Andrew represents companies active in the oil and gas industry in both litigation and arbitration matters, from risk management to trial. He also advises clients on compliance and regulatory issues and handles proceedings in front of administrative agencies / governmental bodies, including the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and the Ohio Department of Commerce.
In addition to his energy practice, Andrew has broad experience in commercial and business litigation, including breach of contract / lease claims, construction disputes, non-compete / non-solicitation disputes, trade secrets, business torts, and real property-related claims. He is OSHA certified in Construction Safety and Health and has drafted and reviewed numerous construction contracts.
With over a decade of experience, Andrew has handled hundreds of cases that involved investigating claims, preparing and responding to motions, and conducting depositions. Likewise, he has tried multiple cases to verdict, arbitrated numerous matters, handled appeals, and favorably resolved complex cases through mediation. By combining his legal experience with an in-depth understanding of industry and state-specific issues, Andrew provides clients with practical and effective strategies. He takes a collaborative approach with an emphasis on understanding the unique needs and goals of each client in order to efficiently evaluate risk and guide them toward the best possible outcome.
Outside of his practice, Andrew is actively engaged with several professional and community organizations in Ohio where he serves as a Trustee for the Ohio Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a Board Member for Columbus Bar Services, Inc., and the Chair of the Ohio State Bar Association’s Litigation Section. He is also a former football player for The Ohio State University (Go Bucks!).
Since 2020, Andrew has been recognized as an “Ohio Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and as “One to Watch” for commercial litigation by Best Lawyers.
Recognition
- 2020 – 2023 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, Commercial Litigation list by Best Lawyers®
- 2020 – 2023 Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Star, Business Litigation list by Super Lawyers, a division of Thomson Reuters
Speaking Engagements
Publications
Education
- J.D., Capital University Law School, Capital University
- B.S., The Ohio State University
Bar Admissions
- New York
- Ohio
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Columbus Bar Association’s Barrister Leadership Class
- Columbus Bar Services, Inc., Board Member
- Leadership Columbus Class
- Ohio Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Trustee
- Ohio State Bar Association Litigation Section, Chair
- Ohio Oil & Gas Association
- The James Cancer Hospital, NextGen Ambassador
- The Ohio State University Varsity O Alumni Association
Practice Areas
- Administrative and Regulatory
- Appellate
- Arbitration
- Commercial and Business Litigation
- Construction Litigation/Contracts
- Oil and Gas Litigation