Atty. Andrew C. Rose

Atty. Andrew C. Rose

Andy Rose is the managing partner of the firm’s Albany office. He primarily handles litigation but also serves as a strategic advisor for clients all along the development spectrum, from Fortune 10 companies to entrepreneurs working on emerging technologies.

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Profile Summary

About Andrew C. Rose at a glance

Andrew C. Rose is a business and litigation attorney based in Albany, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. Admitted to practice in New York, New York State Bar Association, California, California State Bar Association, and District of Columbia, District of Columbia State Bar Associaton. Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1984) and University of Southern California (B.A. and B.S.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law (2026). Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Andy Rose is the managing partner of the firm’s Albany office
  • He primarily handles litigation but also serves as a strategic advisor for clients all along the development spectrum, from Fortune 10 companies to entrepreneurs working on emerging technologies
  • What to you focus on?
  • I spend my time litigating large scale commercial or regulatory cases before state and federal courts and government agencies, but historically my practice has been as wide ranging as the opportunities in my “Tech Valley” Region
  • For example, I have worked with prominent energy companies in multi-million dollar contract disputes, permitting proceedings, and environmental compliance matters
  • I’ve litigated trade secret and patent infringement claims relating to semiconductor technology, pharmaceuticals, imaging and software, and counseled and defended clients on their trademark and employment-related issues
  • I represented a large telecommunications company and a well-known museum defending them against consumer class action claims of unfair, deceptive and other illegal practices, and I have also represented outside directors of a prominent nonprofit in a breach of fiduciary duty adversary claim brought by a bankruptcy trustee
  • For many years I have worked with local and national media clients on their newsroom issues and defended them in first amendment, reporters’ privilege and commercial contracting suits
  • I also litigate construction claims and contested probate matters and serve as lead and local counsel in special proceedings challenging government actions, freedom of information determinations and contract procurement protests

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew C. Rose's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew C. Rose handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Albany are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Andrew C. Rose

Where is Andrew C. Rose's law office located?
Andrew C. Rose's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew C. Rose handle?
Andrew C. Rose focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Andrew C. Rose go to law school?
Andrew C. Rose earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A. and B.S.).
How can I contact Andrew C. Rose for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Andrew C. Rose received?
Andrew C. Rose's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1984
B.A. and B.S.
University of Southern California
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trademark Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

New York, New York State Bar Association
California, California State Bar Association
District of Columbia, District of Columbia State Bar Associaton

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