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Andrew Burton Pickett
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Biography
Andrew Pickett has been a resident of Brevard County since 1987 and graduated from Satellite High School in 2000. He graduated from the University of Virginia, where he was a four-year varsity swimmer. Andrew went on to obtain his law degree (J.D.) from the University of Florida and his Masters in Law (LL.M) from the University of Miami.
Andrew began his legal career as a prosecutor at the State Attorney's Office in the 18th Circuit in Brevard County, where he handled thousands of cases, ranging from simple misdemeanors to serious felonies. In 2011, Andrew was awarded the State Attorney's OfficePride in Excellence Attorney of the Year Award. By the end of his tenure as a prosecutor, Andrew had tried to verdict over forty jury trials and handled numerous appeals.
Andrew is a member of the Brevard County Bar Association and served as 2012-2013 president of the Brevard County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division. In 2012, he was elected to represent the 18th Circuit on the Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division Board of Governors. He is also active in the Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of Court, where he received the Member of the Year Award in 2011.
Andrew is a graduate of Leadership Brevard Class of 2012 and currently serves on the board of directors for the Friends of the Children's Advocacy Center of Brevard and the Space Coast Tiger Bay Club. He volunteers as a judge for the 18th Circuit Teen Court program and the Florida Supreme Court Justice Teaching Program, where he teaches students in Brevard County about the Constitution and Bill of Rights. Andrew is also a part-time instructor in the Law Enforcement Academy and the Paralegal Program at Eastern Florida State College. Andrew competed in the 2013 Dancing With Brevard fundraiser to benefit the KLD Youth Foundation and was named byFlorida Today as one of Ten to Watch in 2013.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 16 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2009
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Andrew Pickett Law, PLLC
927 East New Haven Avenue, Suite 201, Melbourne, FL, 32901
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Andrew Burton Pickett's Reviews
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Posted by Rose | October 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Friendly and professional
I was very pleased with my experience with Andrew Pickett and his associates.
Andrew Pickett
Replied last February 16, 2023Thank you, Rose! Your kind words mean a lot to us.
Posted by Debbie | August 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Superb!
My case was 4 years in length. What impressed me most about Andrew was his ability to consider my feelings foremost while advising me of the ramifications of specific choices that I considered or made. He remained calm and relaxed throughout my whole case. We were able to secure a settlement that was...
Andrew Pickett
Replied last September 1, 2022Thank you for the kind review! It really means a lot, Debbie. I really appreciate your nice words. It was a pleasure representing you.
Posted by Alan | August 5, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Simply the best!
I have known Andrew Pickett for almost 15 years. When I first met him, he was an Assistant State Attorney in the 18th Judicial Circuit prosecuting criminal cases. I represented a number of Defendant/Clients against him. Andrew was always honest, has the utmost integrity, and was very reasonable in my...
Andrew Pickett
Replied last September 1, 2022Thank you for the thoughtful review, Alan! It really means a lot. I appreciate your kind words.
Posted by Greg | August 2, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very satisfied
The team at Andrew Pickett was at all times professional, courteous, and helpful at every turn. They have exceeded my expectations. Although I hope never to need their services again, if I do, I will not hesitate to call. Again, hoping my friends, family, neighbors, and acquaintances will never need ...
Andrew Pickett
Replied last September 1, 2022Greg, we really appreciate the kind words and the opportunity to represent you. We are pleased we exceeded your expectations!
Posted by Melissa | July 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Strongly recommend
I had a wonderful experience with Mr. Pickett. He went above and beyond to help me during a difficult time with the accident. He was caring, attentive, and very informative throughout the whole process. I would strongly recommend him.
Andrew Pickett
Replied last September 1, 2022Thank you for the kind and thoughtful review! It was a pleasure representing you.
Andrew Burton Pickett's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Andrew is incredibly professional and attentive to his clients and peers. I have received feedback about his exceptional abilities and professionalism from a friend I referred to him. I look forward to referring future matters to Andrew."
"Andrew is one of the smartest attorneys out there. His case strategy is always one step ahead. Highly recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer. Superior analytical ability and very dependable."
"I e-mailed an order from one of Andrew's trial wins to eight lawyers in our firm to read. Andrew, got the insurance company's accident reconstuctionist witness thrown out (precluded from testifying to the jury) for using junk science. It took a ton of extra work to do this. Some less dilligent lawyers might have been content to just cross examine the witness at trial. Not Andrew. He is an incredibly hard worker, through, detail orientated and battle tested from trying cases as a former prosecutor and personal injury lawyer. The order was brilliant and was an important step in obtaining a outstanding jury verdict (not settlement) for his client. Andrew is very well recpected by the local bar and local judges. He is personable, caring, poised, trustworthy, confident and approachable."
"Andrew Pickett is a hard working personal injury attorney with an admirable work ethic. He is well respected by his clients and peers as evident by his professional, bar, and community leadership positions With Andrew Pickett and his law firm, you will be well represented."
"One of the best. Mr. Pickett is an outstanding individual both inside and outside of the courtroom. He is very knowledgeable about the law, trustworthy, easy to talk to, down to earth, understands the needs of his client's needs, and is an outstanding advocate. There is no question that is one of the legal elites in the state of Florida when it comes to matters involving personal injury. I highly recommend Mr. Pickett."
"Andrew is a very knowledgeable and professional attorney who truly cares about his clients. I highly endorse and recommend him."
"I was fortunate to begin my legal career practicing with Andrew Pickett at the State Attorney’s Office. While trying cases with Andrew, I was impressed with the depth of knowledge he possesses. Anyone who works with him can attest to his efficient and effective communication, creative thinking, professional business acumen and ethical conduct. He is an energetic attorney who has a sincere desire to help others. If you ever need someone to deliver results when it is really matters, Andrew Pickett is your man!"
"Andrew Pickett is an extremely dedicated and experienced attorney. I have long admired his work both inside and outside of the courtroom. Great guy! I can't recommend him enough!"
"Andrew is an exceptional lawyer who really cares about his clients. He is well respected in the legal community, and I highly endorse him."
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"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Mr. Pickett is more than just another lawyer. He is a true scholar. He is devoted to his clients and also to the practice of law. I have known Andrew for years now and there are few other lawyers I respect as much. He is a complete lawyer in that he has knowledge, experience, personable disposition, and he is highly ethical."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is an up and coming young lawyer who is associated with a top notch law firm. This is a great combination that will benefit his clients. Andrew is a good lawyer with solid ethics and a passion for community involvement."
"I endorse Mr. Pickett - he is a true leader in the legal community. He is professional, ethical and well versed in the law. He is well respected among his pears, as well as his court room adversaries. I highly recommend Mr. Pickett to handle your legal case."
"I have worked with Andrew Picket and he is one of the best litigator I know. He is a very hard working and brilliant attorney. I would recommend Andrew to anyone who is seeking to hire for Personal Injury."
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Experience
Honors
2019
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2011
Pride In Excellence Attorney of the Year, 18th Circuit State Attorney's Office
2011
Member of the Year, Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of Court
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Owner/Trial Attorney, Andrew Pickett Law, PLLC
2013 - 2019
Attorney, Alpizar Law, LLC
2009 - 2013
Assistant State Attorney, Office Of The State Attorney/18th Judicial Circuit
Associations
2018 - Present
Melbourne Main StreetBoard of Directors
2018 - Present
Circles of CareBoard of Directors
2017 - Present
18th Circuit Judicial Nominating CommisionMember
2012 - Present
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division Board of GovernorsGovernor
2012 - Present
Florida Justice Association
2010 - Present
Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of Court
2009 - Present
Florida Bar, Trial Lawyers Section
2018 - 2019
Brevard County Bar AssociationPresident
2017 - 2018
Brevard County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2016 - 2017
Brevard County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2014 - 2016
Brevard County Bar AssociationDirector
2012 - 2013
Brevard County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident
2012 - 2014
Space Coast Tiger Bay ClubBoard of Directors
2011 - 2012
Brevard County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident-Elect
2011 - 2015
Friends of the Children's Advocacy Center of BrevardBoard of Directors
2010 - 2011
Brevard County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionSecretary
Education
2009
University of Miami School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2008
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Virginia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Law Enforcement Academy
Basic Criminal Law
Languages
English