Associate
Litigation
J.D. Wake Forest University, Cum Laude
B.A. Transylvania University, Cum Laude
Office:
Lexington, KY
(859) 219-8239
Biography
Andrew Smith has years of experience solving complex legal and business problems for clients both large and small in the construction, finance, government, energy, professional, and other sectors. Having grown up in a Lexington-based family business, Andrew brings that experience to bear in his practice. He is a commercial litigator and advisor who understands the business implications of his clients’ legal concerns. For that reason, Andrew is often able to solve both the immediate and root issues which clients experience, all with an eye toward avoiding prospective problems.
Memberships & Awards
Professional
Kentucky Bar AssociationOrder of the CoifMember, Central Kentucky American Inns of CourtEditorial Staff, Wake Forest Law ReviewMember, Wake Forest Moot Court BoardInternational Finalist, International Environmental Law Moot Court CompetitionCALI Award: Contracts II, Toxic Torts
Key Experience
Secured summary judgment on behalf of a mine operator against $23,000,000 claim of mine subsidence brought by major big box retailer in Hopkins County Circuit Court
Secured judgment on behalf of general contractor in connection with $68,000,000+ development of major historic building in Louisville’s urban core
Obtained declaratory judgment for clients defeating onerous restrictive covenants, allowing for clients to open a new business; successfully defended declaratory judgment at the Kentucky Court of Appeals
Work Experience
2019 Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
2013-2019 Miller Edwards Rambicure PLLC
2012 Summer Associate, Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP
2011 Law Clerk, The Honorable Vanessa Dickson
2013-2019 Miller Edwards Rambicure PLLC
2012 Summer Associate, Wyatt, Tarrant & Combs, LLP
2011 Law Clerk, The Honorable Vanessa Dickson