Overview
Andy leads Aprio Legal, a trailblazing firm created by the innovative combination of Radix Law and Aprio. As a pioneer in the regulatory frameworks related to non-lawyer ownership of law firms, Andy advises law firms and professional services firms as they pursue Arizona Alternative Business Structure entities and navigate associated compliance and ethical frameworks and considerations. Andy drives strategic solutions that empower businesses to thrive across emerging legal landscapes. He is considered a pioneer in the field of lawyer regulation, non-lawyer ownership of law firms, and innovative approaches to legal service delivery.
Experience
He serves as an advisor to business owners and high-net-worth individuals by guiding them through opportunities and combining legal, strategic, and risk management counsel. His ability to bridge legal compliance and entrepreneurial opportunities enables business leaders to move forward boldly, assess risks, and strategically deploy capital. Andy is widely recognized for his forward-thinking approach to innovation, and ability to develop transformative approaches to entrepreneurial opportunities and challenges.
He built a reputation for guiding business owners through regulatory and compliance challenges, while crafting innovative strategies to protect and grow their businesses. Andy began his career at a large corporate law firm in Phoenix, where he spent a decade practicing complex business litigation. He also served as a prosecutor for the Arizona Attorney General’s Office where he focused on high profile racketeering, securities fraud, and public corruption matters.
Education and affiliations
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- Education: University of San Diego School of Law, J.D.
- Professional Memberships:
- State Bar of Arizona (Admitted 2006)
- State Bar of New York (Admitted 2013)
- Flinn-Brown Fellow, Arizona Center for Civic Leadership
- Member, Arizona Supreme Court Committee on Alternative Business Structures
- Member, Arizona Supreme Court Attorney Regulation Advisory Committee
States of practice
- Arizona
- New York
Legal services in Arizona are provided by Aprio Legal, LLC. Legal services outside of Arizona are provided by Aprio Legal Americas, P.C.