Andrew J. Scavotto

Experience

Andrew handles complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts, and in arbitrations. Andrew has conducted jury and bench trials and engaged in all types of motion practice, including class certification. Also, Andrew has drafted appellate briefs and argued several appeals, including appearances before the Missouri Supreme Court and Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Andrew has handled numerous contract disputes, along with business tort lawsuits (for both plaintiffs and defendants) involving fraud claims, representations and warranties, and other claims arising from mergers and acquisitions.

Andrew also has significant experience with other business tort matters including non-compete/non-solicitation agreements, misappropriation of trade secrets, intellectual property disputes, unfair competition, breach of fiduciary duty, and shareholder disputes.

Andrew’s experience includes the defense of multiple class actions, including lawsuits arising under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). In addition to defending those claims, Andrew consults with business clients regarding TCPA compliance, best practices and risk mitigation. 

He has served as litigation counsel for regional and national financial institutions, including tax credit financing and other community development entities, in a variety of matters involving consumer claims, enforcement of agreements, contract disputes, and other issues.

Also, Andrew has significant experience with personal torts and negligence lawsuits.

Andrew serves on the firm's Pro Bono Committee.

News

Speaking Engagements

"What Does the Company Know? Selecting/Preparing the Company Designated Deposition Witness," ACC STL 2022 Corporate Counsel Institute, May 2022