Shelly M. Andrew

Shelly M. Andrew

Gordon Thomas Honeywell LLP
  • Appeals & Appellate, Business Law, Construction Law ...
  • Alaska, Washington
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Shelly focuses her practice on employment law and litigation, commercial litigation, products liability, construction law, insurance defense and coverage, and appellate advocacy. She represents individuals and businesses in all aspects of commercial and employment disputes and especially enjoys working with clients to help them understand the legal process. Shelly prides herself on being a tough advocate for her clients and finding strategic and creative solutions in tough cases.

Shelly joined GTH in 2011. A graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, she began her legal career in Alaska, first serving as a judicial law clerk for the Alaska State Court of Appeals, and then working for a small firm practicing corporate and municipal law in Anchorage. Shelly maintains an active license to practice law in both Alaska and Washington.

Shelly is committed to the Tacoma-Pierce County community. She serves on the board of directors for the Metropolitan Development Council and the Emergency Food Network. She also is a member of the Pierce County Chapter of Washington Women Lawyers. When she’s not working or volunteering, Shelly enjoys gardening and learning about the joys of historic-home ownership.

Practice Areas
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Construction Law
Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Additional Practice Area
  • Commercial Litigation
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Alaska
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Washington
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U.S. District Court, District of Alaska
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U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
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U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
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Languages
  • English
Professional Experience
Partner
Gordon Thomas Honeywell LLP
Current
Education
University of Washington School of Law
J.D.
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University of Alabama School of Law
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University of Washington School of Law
B.A.
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Awards
Washington Rising Stars
Super Lawyers
Selected in 2013 - 2018
Professional Associations
Washington State Bar Association
Member
Current
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Alaska State Bar Association
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Anchorage Bar Association
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King County Bar Association
Member
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Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association
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Washington Women Lawyers
Member
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Website
Gordon Thomas Honeywell LLP Website
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Contact & Map
Gordon Thomas Honeywell LLP
1201 Pacific Ave
#2100
Tacoma, WA 98402
Toll-Free: (800) 240-5051
Telephone: (253) 620-6500
Cell: (253) 620-6433
Fax: (253) 620-6565