Introduction
An AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell represents the highest peer review distinction that rating organization assigns, reflecting both legal ability and professional ethics as evaluated by other attorneys and judges. The Andrews Law Firm carries that rating and has been covered by major media outlets for its work across a practice that spans civil rights, commercial litigation, employment law, toxic mold, public records disputes, personal injury, white collar criminal defense, and federal and state criminal investigations. Few firms in Florida maintain this range of serious legal work under one roof.
The Andrews Law Firm is located at 822 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303, at the Grove. The phone number is 850-681-6416, and the website is andrewslaw.com. The firm offers complimentary case evaluations and is open Monday through Friday.
Tallahassee’s position as Florida’s capital gives it a particular legal character. State agencies, public officials, regulatory bodies, and the agencies that generate public records are all located here. The Andrews Law Firm’s practice in civil rights, public records litigation, and white collar defense reflects a firm that operates in that environment deliberately.
Practice Areas
Civil Rights and Discrimination: The firm handles cases where governmental or institutional conduct has violated an individual’s civil rights, or where discrimination has caused harm. These cases often require navigating both federal constitutional standards and state law frameworks.
Business Disputes and Complex Commercial Litigation: Business relationships produce disputes, and some of those disputes require sophisticated litigation. The firm handles complex commercial matters where the legal issues, the factual record, or the financial stakes demand attorneys with both litigation skill and business understanding.
Employment Law: Employment disputes arise across a wide range of circumstances, from wrongful termination to workplace discrimination to wage violations. The firm represents clients whose employment rights have been compromised.
Toxic Mold and Sick Buildings: Mold contamination in buildings creates both health consequences and legal questions about liability. These cases often involve landlords, property owners, insurance carriers, and questions about disclosure obligations and habitability standards. The firm handles these matters as a distinct area of practice.
Public Records Litigation: Florida has a strong public records law, and when government entities withhold records they are required to disclose, litigation may be necessary to compel compliance. The Andrews Law Firm handles these cases, which sit at the intersection of government accountability and press freedom concerns.
Personal Injury: The personal injury practice covers medical malpractice, slip and fall accidents, nursing home neglect, DUI manslaughter cases, and insurance claim disputes. These cases require both factual investigation and legal analysis of the applicable duty of care and causation standards.
White Collar Criminal Defense: White collar investigations and prosecutions involve financial crimes, regulatory violations, fraud, and other non-violent offenses that nonetheless carry serious consequences. These cases require attorneys who understand both criminal procedure and the underlying regulatory or financial frameworks at issue.
Federal and State Criminal Investigations: The firm represents individuals who are under investigation by federal or state authorities, at the stage before charges are filed and into the prosecution itself.
Attorney Profiles
The Andrews Law Firm’s AV Preeminent rating reflects the assessment of peers in the legal community. The firm’s media coverage in major outlets signals a track record in cases that attract public attention, often because the legal issues at stake involve matters of public interest, significant financial consequences, or contested questions about institutional conduct and accountability.
Location and Service Area
The office is located at the Grove, 822 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303. Tallahassee is the state capital, and the firm’s location gives it proximity to state agencies, the legislature, and the state court system. Federal courts for the Northern District of Florida are also accessible from Tallahassee. The firm handles both federal and state matters.
Client Focus
The Andrews Law Firm serves a wide range of clients whose legal needs cut across different areas of law. Individuals facing civil rights violations or discrimination need attorneys who understand constitutional law and the specific statutes that protect against such conduct. Business clients in commercial disputes need attorneys who grasp the underlying commercial relationships well enough to litigate them effectively. Personal injury clients need factual investigation, expert witnesses, and the ability to go to trial if a fair settlement cannot be reached. People under criminal investigation need counsel who understands the investigative process and can intervene before charges are filed to protect the client’s interests.
The complimentary case evaluation lets prospective clients discuss their situation with the firm before making a commitment, and Monday through Friday hours provide reliable access during standard business hours.
FAQ
What does AV Preeminent mean and why does it matter?
Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent rating is the highest designation that organization awards. It is based on peer review, meaning attorneys and judges who are familiar with the rated attorney’s work submit confidential evaluations. The “AV” designation indicates the highest rankings for both legal ability and ethical standards. For clients choosing a law firm, this rating provides an independent measure of how the legal community views the firm’s capabilities and conduct.
Does the firm handle both state and federal criminal matters?
Yes. The Andrews Law Firm handles federal and state criminal investigations and prosecutions. Federal cases involve different procedures, different sentencing frameworks, and often different investigative agencies than state cases. The firm’s practice in this area includes white collar matters, which frequently originate as federal investigations, as well as other serious criminal charges at both the state and federal level.
What is public records litigation and when does it arise?
Florida’s public records law requires government agencies to disclose records upon request, with limited exceptions. When an agency wrongfully withholds records, the requester may file suit to compel disclosure. The Andrews Law Firm handles these cases, which matter for journalists, researchers, businesses, and individuals who need access to government records that have been improperly withheld.
Does the firm handle toxic mold cases against landlords or property owners?
Yes. Toxic mold cases can arise in residential and commercial settings and may involve claims against landlords, property owners, builders, or sellers depending on the circumstances. These cases often require expert analysis of the mold itself, the health effects on occupants, and the timeline of when the responsible party knew or should have known about the contamination.
What types of personal injury cases does the firm handle?
The personal injury practice covers medical malpractice, slip and fall accidents, nursing home neglect cases, DUI manslaughter matters, and disputes with insurance carriers over claims. The range of personal injury practice reflects the firm’s general litigation capability across different factual settings.
Closing
The breadth of the Andrews Law Firm’s practice, from civil rights cases to public records disputes to white collar criminal defense to personal injury, reflects a firm that handles legally complex matters across multiple domains. The AV Preeminent rating and media coverage confirm a standing in the Florida legal community that comes from results across those varied areas. Complimentary case evaluations are available Monday through Friday at 822 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303.
Phone: 850-681-6416
andrewslaw.com