Andrew (Drew) Gurwell, an associate in Klinedinst PC’s Irvine office, is a civil litigator representing businesses and individuals in a wide range of disputes. Drawing on experience in both litigation and business transactions, Mr. Gurwell brings a practical, strategic perspective to his practice, with an emphasis on efficiently evaluating risk and advancing his clients’ objectives, particularly relating to general liability matters. He handles matters throughout the litigation process, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.

Mr. Gurwell has experience taking depositions of parties, medical experts, and fact witnesses and drafting and arguing dispositive and procedural motions, including motions for summary judgment and motions to compel. He also regularly represents clients at hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.

A substantial background in business and transactional matters complements his practice. Mr. Gurwell has advised clients on business formation and compliance, mergers and dissolutions, equity purchases and buyouts, and the drafting and review of commercial contracts. His prior practice also encompassed complex and general civil litigation, conflict resolution, collections matters, and probate and trust administration.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Gurwell served as a Certified Law Clerk with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, where he conducted preliminary hearings, interviewed witnesses, drafted pretrial motions, and assisted in developing hearing strategies. He earned his Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School, where he was a member of the Honors Negotiations Team. He earned dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Political Science and Philosophy from San Diego State University.

Active in the legal community, Mr. Gurwell serves on the Executive Committee of the Ball, Hunt, Schooley Inn of Court as Membership Chair.

Education

• San Diego State University (B.A.)
• Southwestern Law School (J.D.)