Andrew J. Piñon concentrates his practice on the defense of hospitals, physicians, physician assistants and other allied health professionals in medical malpractice actions. As a litigator he is experienced in all phases of litigation with some of the most complex and catastrophic cases, including obstetrical, oncological, brain injury and surgical cases. Andrew’s practice also encompasses the defense of long-term care facilities and nursing homes in connection with allegations of negligence as well as other causes of action arising from state and federal regulations.

With a keen eye for detail and thorough investigative work, Andrew has arrived at successful outcomes, including granted summary judgment motions and other dispositive motion practice. Andrew was one of 20 nominated finalists who successfully completed Wilson Elser’s rigorous Mock Trial Invitational through which our most successful trial lawyers impart their knowledge to those destined to join their ranks.

 Prior to joining the firm, Andrew handled a variety of other tort litigation, including vaccine injury, labor law, products liability and general liability claims in New York and New Jersey. While in law school, he was a student attorney in the Vaccine Injury Litigation Clinic. In this capacity, he represented children and adults seeking compensation for vaccine-related injuries before the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, including cases involving severe mental and physical disabilities and complex immunological issues.

    Education

    • The George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2014)
    • Cornell University (, 2011)

    Bar Admissions

    • New York
    • New Jersey

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
    • U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey