Andrew R. Stilwell
- Associate Attorney
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Practice Areas
- Civil Litigation
- Employment Law
- Appellate Law
- Probate/Estate Planning
Biography
Andrew Stilwell is a distinguished attorney known for his exceptional legal prowess and extensive experience across various areas of the law. With over two decades of practice, he has consistently demonstrated his remarkable skills both inside and outside the courtroom.
Mr. Stilwell's career has encompassed a diverse range of legal areas, contributing to his well-rounded expertise. Notably, he has achieved remarkable success as a trial attorney, securing victories in several trials, including a notable triumph in a recent 2023 multi-million-dollar action. This success underscores his reputation as a formidable litigator who fearlessly tackles complex challenges.
Driven by a deep passion for legal research, Andrew Stilwell possesses a keen ability to uncover technicalities that often lead to victory. This unique skillset has earned him recognition as an exceptional appellate attorney who has successfully appealed many cases. His proficiency in appellate work has been further highlighted by his successful arguments in front of the California Supreme Court. In one such instance, he played a pivotal role in securing a landmark decision that benefited hundreds of thousands of distressed homeowners affected by the mortgage collapse.
In addition to his extensive trial and appellate work, for almost five years, Andrew Stilwell has served as our dedicated research and trial attorney. His commitment to legal research and strategy for trials is evident in the personal investment he makes in each case he takes on. This dedication extends to various legal arenas, including his adeptness in drafting and negotiating contracts in business, construction, probate litigation and real estate.
Following a clerkship with the Hon. Jaime S. Rios in New York, Andrew Stilwell has practiced law exclusively in California. He holds licenses in all federal district courts of California, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States Supreme Court, and all state courts of California.
Education
- Thomas Jefferson School of Law, San Diego, California
- J.D. - 2003
- San Diego State University, San Diego, California
- B.A. - 2000
- Major: Philosphy
Bar Admissions
- California, 2003
- U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit
- U.S. Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court Southern District of California
- U.S. District Court Central District of California
- U.S. District Court Northern District of California