First Amendment Litigation: Mainly Plaintiff
USA - Nationwide
2 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Andy Phillips
USA 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Meier Watkins Phillips Pusch LLP
USA
Practice Areas
Andy specializes in representing clients dealing with attacks on their reputation, whether from the traditional news media, social media, or elsewhere. His practices focuses on defamation, invasion of privacy, and related civil torts. He has represented a broad range of clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies, hedge funds, high net worth individuals, and prominent sports teams and coaches. He was one of the lead trial lawyers in the prominent case against Rolling Stone Magazine concerning their false story about an alleged fraternity gang rape at the University of Virginia.
Career
Meier Watkins Phillips Pusch LLP -- 2023 to present.
Clare Locke LLP, Partner -- 2014 to 2023.
Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Associate -- 2009 to 2014.
Chambers Review
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Chambers Guide to the USA
First Amendment Litigation: Mainly Plaintiff - USA - Nationwide
Band 2
Individual Editorial
Andy Phillips, managing partner and co-founder, has an established practice in First Amendment plaintiff work. He is especially skilled in both the advisory and litigation aspects of defamation law.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Andy does a great job in keeping everyone calm and explaining their options.
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