About Adam
Adam D. Hirtz: Strategic Litigation Counsel in St. Louis
Adam D. Hirtz is a principal and the office litigation manager at Jackson Lewis P.C.’s St. Louis, Missouri, office, where he provides strategic and creative advocacy and counsel to businesses facing complex employment litigation. With over 25 years of experience as a trial attorney, Mr. Hirtz is a dedicated and responsive legal professional specializing in representing companies across a diverse range of industries in both state and federal courts nationwide. He is also a respected mediator, regularly facilitating resolutions for the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and other disputes.
Mr. Hirtz’s legal journey began with a deep admiration for his father, an FBI agent who spent more than 25 years in service. Witnessing and hearing about his father’s testimony in federal court cases ignited a passion for justice and shaped his approach to litigation. This early influence led to a clerkship for a federal judge, the Honorable Michael M. Mihm, at the United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois, where he further honed his legal skills and understanding of the court system – a system he observed his father navigate successfully.
A cornerstone of Mr. Hirtz’s expertise lies in restrictive covenant law. Having served as former outside counsel for a national tax preparation company, he developed extensive knowledge in enforcing non-compete, non-solicitation, and confidentiality agreements. He traveled extensively, meticulously managing numerous cases where clients sought to protect their trade secrets and competitive advantages. His career has involved handling hundreds of such cases, demonstrating a proactive and results-oriented approach to protecting his clients’ interests.
Mr. Hirtz is a seasoned advocate for clients facing allegations of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. He routinely assists businesses in navigating these sensitive and potentially costly situations, and is often called upon to address OSHA compliance issues, conducting inspections and strategically contesting OSHA citations. His commitment to protecting clients extends to a broad spectrum of industries, including manufacturing, construction, HVAC, retail, non-profit, healthcare, restaurant and hospitality, technology, transportation, banking, and insurance.
Mr. Hirtz works collaboratively with company management, owners, human resources departments, in-house counsel, insurance adjusters, employees, and expert witnesses. He understands the critical importance of building strong relationships and tailoring his approach to meet each client’s unique needs and objectives. His focus is not only on litigation but also on proactive dispute and liability avoidance techniques, offering strategic counsel to minimize risk and maximize business outcomes. He is adept at anticipating challenges and developing comprehensive legal strategies to achieve favorable results.
Key Practice Areas:
- Employment Law - Management
- Restrictive Covenant Agreements
- Trade Secret Protection
- OSHA Compliance & Defense
- Discrimination & Harassment Litigation
Education & Credentials:
- Experience: Over 25 Years of Trial Litigation Experience
- Expertise: Extensive Knowledge of Restrictive Covenant Law
- Mediation Experience: Regularly mediates cases for the EEOC
- Recognition: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2024
Affiliations: Jackson Lewis P.C.
City & State: St. Louis, Missouri, United States
