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Andrew Szidak Pruitt
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Biography
Prior to joining Booth Law, Andrew Pruitt spent three years as a Deputy Attorney General at the California Department of Justice, where he represented the State of California in both criminal and civil matters. He handled a difficult case load that included felony appeals, criminal trial matters, and federal habeas corpus matters, and as a result gained valuable experience practicing in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, the California Courts of Appeal, the California Supreme Court, and the United States District Court.
Due to his experience as a Deputy AG, Andrew provides a valuable perspective on cases involving police negligence. And due to his specific experience criminally prosecuting perpetrators of child abuse and domestic violence, he is a tremendous advocate for the children and the spouses that Booth Law represents in cases involving sexual and physical abuse.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Andrew attended Southwestern Law School's rigorous two-year SCALE program, graduating in the top 10% of his class. In addition to his regular course load at Southwestern, Andrew competed in three mock trials as a member of the Trial Advocacy Honors Program, earned awards for both his oral and written advocacy in the 2013 Intramural Moot Court Competition, and authored an amicus brief that was filed in the United States Supreme Court.
Andrew lives in Torrance with his wife and two children. He grew up in the Pacific Northwest and, in his spare time, serves on the Board of Directors for the Pioneer Farm Museum and cheers for his hometown Seattle Seahawks.
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Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
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Licensed in California for 11 years
State: California
Acquired: 2015
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Highly Recommended
Our family suffered an unfortunate and untimely loss. Specifically, my father murdered my mother. Andrew Pruitt was referred to us and our family is so grateful to be connected with such a knowledgeable, caring, and hard working attorney. Andrew was able to file a wrongful death suit against my fathe...
Andrew Szidak Pruitt's Lawyer Endorsements
"Andrew is a great attorney, who is very dedicated to the work he does on behalf of domestic violence survivors. He empathizes with his clients and works hard to provide justice for them while maintaining much-needed compassion throughout the process."
"Andrew has ALWAYS been a helpful person. In law school, he took care of me by helping out as a mentor. AFTER law school is when it really mattered: Whenever I'd face a difficult issue that needed a well thought-out answer - Andrew helped guide the way. I trust his work, his motives, and his dedication to this craft. Truly a lawyer that pushes 100% effort in 100% of his endeavors."
"Drew was excellent co-counsel on a highly emotional and tragic wrongful death matter. He was thorough, knowledgeable, a pleasure to work with, and, most impressively, was not afraid to roll up his sleeves and hit the pavement to get to the truth of the matter. He and I visited the scene of the incident and conducted our own research and testing instead of relying on third-party reports. He adds value and experience to his cases and I would not hesitate to work with him again."
"I endorse Andrew wholeheartedly. Andrew's litigation skills are tremendously effective. I've also worked on several matters with him and he's both professional and friendly and accommodating with his time."
"Drew Pruitt is talented, clever and hard-working. I have tremendous respect for Drew and his firm. Potential clients cannot go wrong with him!"
"Andrew Pruitt is a zealous advocate for his clients and a good person. He has extensive litigation experience and I recommend him for any personal injury claims."
"I endorse Andrew Pruitt. He is a super smart, strategic and effective lawyer and a great person."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Booth Law
2015 - 2017
Deputy Attorney General, California Department Of Justice
2014 - 2015
Certified Law Clerk, California Department of Justice
2013 - 2013
Judicial Law Clerk, Los Angeles County Superior Court
Associations
2019 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2017 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2017 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Confidential v. City of Monterey Park
$1,175,000
Monaghan v. Dinnel
$200,000
Confidential v. CalTrans, Tire Store
$4,000,000
Kuykendall v. Sanchez, Bluempire Transportation
$127,500
Jacquelyn H. v. County of Riverside
$10,000,000
Parker v. Bhachu
$100,000
Van Bellehem v. Le
$210,000
Confidential v. Confidential
$4,000,000
Carrera v. Mora Construction
$1,010,000
Boyadzhyan v. BLS Limousine Service of Los Angeles
$2,000,000
Education
2014
Southwestern Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Azusa Pacific Univ
Business
Speaking Engagements
2021
From the Classroom to the Courtroom
Transitioning from law school into practice
Publications
2020
Web Resource
California Car Accident Guide
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers