Andrew M. Ayers

I have known Andrew Ayers for fifteen years and recommend him highly, without reservations. He has handled two matters for me: a divorce, and my will. There are two main criteria for choosing an attorney: competence and temperament. Andrew brings the best of both. Competence. He’s the best. Sm...art, knowledgeable and experienced. He has a thorough knowledge of the law and the ability to apply it. He will guide you through the complex issues and steps of your case. Andrew is thorough, works hard, and will keep you informed. Temperament. Andrew is steady and low key. Nothing seems to faze him. I always got the impression that he knows people and listens closely. He comes across as serious and low key. BUT he is also the tough advocate you want in your corner. I got quite an education watching his usual affable, friendly demeanor turn steely when my now-ex husband and his attorney tried to use hostility, hysteria and intimidation as tactics. Rather than engaging on their level or becoming confused and sidetracked, he would simply restate our position, request clarification, point out errors and seek negotiation. There are two kinds of divorce lawyers: problem instigators and problem solvers. The instigators amplify their clients’ anger and narcissism. Flashy, dramatic and insulting, they feed on the couple’s problems, stir the pot, and multiply the issues. The problem solver calmly and persistently seeks to negotiate an acceptable compromise. That’s Andrew. Andrew helped me handle myself during a tough time in my life. He told me to always “take the high road”. This was advice that I did not want to hear. However, he would explain the way the courts work, how judges think, and the probable consequences of moves I might have made. I realized he was speaking from experience. He would have stood by me if I didn’t listen, but I would have made things harder for myself. In the end, I followed his advice, and got what I wanted. Andrew helped me sort out a situation that I thought was hopeless, and therefore will always be my lawyer. A few years after this, when I was ready for a Will, he had moved halfway across the continent. A Will is pretty much drama-free, and he gave me the name of someone in my town. However, there was no question in my mind who I was going to hire. So, with the phone, the internet, and a trip out to see him, we got it done. I recommend Andrew Ayers without reservation.