About Andrew
Andrew D. Shapiro: Leading Commercial Litigation Attorney in Chicago
Andrew D. Shapiro is a highly experienced and respected litigator specializing in complex commercial litigation and arbitration. With nearly two decades of dedicated experience, Mr. Shapiro consistently delivers exceptional results for his clients across a broad range of disputes, including reinsurance, antitrust, and class action matters. As a partner at Butler Rubin Saltarelli & Boyd and a member of the firm’s Management Committee, he brings a strategic and results-oriented approach to every case, leveraging his extensive courtroom experience and deep understanding of the legal landscape.
Mr. Shapiro’s core expertise lies in navigating intricate business disputes and crafting creative defense strategies to achieve favorable resolutions for his clients. He excels at utilizing motion practice and pre-trial discovery to meticulously position cases for success, and he is consistently recognized for his tenacity and commitment to protecting his clients' interests.
Since 2010, Mr. Shapiro has also served as an Adjunct Professor at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, teaching Pre-Trial Advocacy – a course he co-created. This experience further enhances his ability to guide clients through the complexities of litigation, providing practical insights and strategic counsel.
When a case requires vigorous courtroom representation, Mr. Shapiro is fully prepared to take the lead, having successfully tried numerous cases before judges, juries, and arbitrators throughout the country. He has a proven track record of securing favorable outcomes in high-stakes disputes, representing corporations, partnerships, and individuals with confidence and expertise.
Mr. Shapiro’s experience encompasses a diverse array of commercial disputes, including multi-million (and billion) dollar insurance and reinsurance disputes on behalf of insurers, cedents, and reinsurers. He has also represented plaintiffs and defendants in complex cases involving antitrust price fixing and monopolization, breach of contract, breach of non-compete agreements, employment discrimination, statutory, common law, and consumer fraud, copyright infringement, and breach of fiduciary duty. His legal acumen extends to understanding the nuances of regulatory compliance and advising clients on legal decisions with significant implications for their businesses.
As a member of Butler Rubin’s Management Committee, Mr. Shapiro’s operational skills contribute to the firm’s overall success, offering valuable insights and guidance to clients on critical legal strategies. His recognition within the legal community reflects his dedication to excellence and his commitment to providing top-tier legal representation.
Awards and Recognition
Mr. Shapiro’s exceptional legal abilities have been consistently acknowledged through numerous prestigious accolades, including being named an Illinois “Super Lawyer” in Business Litigation and an Illinois “Leading Lawyer” in Commercial Litigation, Insurance Coverage & Reinsurance Law. He has also been recognized as a leader in Antitrust Law and Insurance Law in Best Attorney USA (2019) and received an AV Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a testament to his sustained professional excellence.
Education and Credentials
Mr. Shapiro’s legal foundation is built on a strong academic record. He earned his law degree, *magna cum laude*, from the University of Illinois College of Law, where he served as associate editor of The Elder Law Journal and was a member of the National Moot Court Team. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Miami University. His rigorous academic background, combined with his extensive practical experience, provides him with a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the legal challenges his clients face.
Professional Affiliations
Mr. Shapiro’s commitment extends beyond his legal practice. He has been an active member of several influential organizations, including serving on the Board of Directors for the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless (2009 – 2016), the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (2013 – 2015), and the Superintendent’s Citizen Finance and Facilities Committee for North Shore School District 112 (2012 – 2014). These affiliations demonstrate his dedication to community involvement and his belief in giving back to society.
Practice Areas: Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law, Reinsurance Law, Antitrust Law, Class Action Law
Key Strengths: Complex Litigation, Trial Advocacy, Strategic Counsel, Risk Management, Dispute Resolution
Bar Admissions: Illinois State Bar
