Andrew J. Lewis

Contact Info


Assistant

Zarah E. DeMeire


Practice Focus

Business & Commercial Litigation

Construction & Design Litigation

Employment Litigation

Product Liability Litigation


Education

J.D., magna cum laude, University of Illinois College of Law, 2015

B.A., Phi Beta Kappa, Kansas State University, 2012


Admissions

Supreme Court of Kansas

Supreme Court of Illinois

Supreme Court of Missouri

United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit


Memberships

Missouri Bar Association

Illinois Bar Association


Andrew ("Drew") began his practice in Chicago, Illinois, where he litigated complex commercial litigation cases, primarily focused on representing business in disputes with former employees. Since returning to Kansas City and joining the firm as an associate in 2017, Drew's practice has continued to focus on commercial disputes, with a focus on a variety of employment, trade secrets, fiduciary duty, and contract disputes. Drew's practice has expanded to also defend personal injury matters.

“I am honored to have the opportunity to practice with the talented lawyers at SAKG, who share my passion for seeking creative solutions to our clients’ complex problems.”

Outside the office, Drew serves as a mentor to students at Kansas State University and the University of Illinois. Drew lives in Kansas City and enjoys going to concerts, playing the piano, and rooting on the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and K-State Wildcats.

Results

  • Achieved summary judgment in Missouri state court personal injury case where damages were alleged to be in excess of $1 million.
  • Obtained a favorable settlement on behalf of janitorial company on eve of trial where alleged damages were claimed to be in excess of $2 million.
  • Won $6 million verdict for small Kansas City awards company whose general sales manager began working for a large competitor before quitting his job and secretly misappropriating sales orders and confidential client information to benefit the competitor.
  • Extensive experience serving as lead counsel on a variety of personal injury matters.
  • Served as second chair in a bench trial that spanned 18 months and involved the prosecution of an energy developer’s claims against former employees for misappropriation of trade secrets, breach of confidentiality agreements, civil conspiracy, unfair competition, and breach of fiduciary duty claims.

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