Andrew Schwartz

Andrew Schwartz: Experienced Business and Employment Attorney in Rockville, Maryland

Andrew Schwartz is a dedicated and proactive attorney with over two decades of experience in various legal fields. With a primary focus on commercial transactions, employment law, real estate, and business growth, management, operation, and succession, Andrew has built a reputation for his exceptional understanding of clients' unique situations.

Introduction

Based in Rockville, Maryland, Andrew works diligently to understand his clients' businesses and their specific needs. This personalized approach helps him devise tailored solutions that align with each client's goals. He has served as the outside general counsel for a variety of companies in numerous industries, providing them with comprehensive legal support.

Practice Areas

• Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
• Corporate Law
• Employment Law - Individuals
• Employment Law - Management
• Real Estate Law

Education & Credentials

Widener University Commonwealth Law School, Franklin and Marshall College - Graduated with Honors

Andrew has a strong academic foundation, having earned his law degree from Widener University Commonwealth Law School. Throughout his educational journey at Franklin and Marshall College, he developed a deep understanding of legal principles which have been instrumental in his professional career.

Bar Admissions:

• Maryland - Licensed to Practice Law
• District of Columbia - Licensed to Practice Law

Firms

Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll PC - Current Firm Member since 2004.

Affiliations

Maryland Bar Association - Section Chair of the Year (2011)

Montgomery County, Maryland Bar Foundation - Bar Leader (2011-present)

Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Awards and Recognitions

Recognized: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Recognized: Corporate Law, Recognized: Employment Law - Individuals, Recognized: Employment Law - Management, Recognized: Real Estate Law

Best Lawyers (2020), Maryland Super Lawyer, Rising Star (2007-2019), Washington, D.C. Super Lawyer, Rising Star (2007-2018)

Professional Philosophy

Andrew's professional philosophy is centered around building strong and trusting relationships with his clients. He believes that a deep understanding of their unique circumstances is essential for achieving their desired goals. Andrew takes pride in being proactive, responsive, and dedicated to each client. His approach involves deeply engaging himself with the clients' business to understand what drives them.

Professional Experience

Outside General Counsel to a range of companies in various industries, including business entity choice, navigating business controversies and disputes, and practical and legal aspects of business succession planning and employment matters. Andrew's corporate representation includes drafting and reviewing contracts, structuring corporate governance (including drafting limited liability company, partnership, corporate, and joint venture agreements), and frequently speaking to business owners on these topics.

Outside General Counsel to a range of companies in various industries, including business entity choice, navigating business controversies and disputes, and practical and legal aspects of business succession planning and employment matters. Andrew's corporate representation includes drafting and reviewing contracts, structuring corporate governance (including drafting limited liability company, partnership, corporate, and joint venture agreements), and frequently speaking to business owners on these topics.