Atty. Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside

Atty. Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside

Andrew P. Burnside is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment.

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Profile Summary

About Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside at a glance

Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside is a employment and litigation attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Andrew P. Burnside is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Andrew P., who practices law in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been recognized since 2021
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Andrew P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside

Where is Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside's law office located?
Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside handle?
Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
Where did Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside go to law school?
Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside earned their education at (J.D., 1984).
How can I contact Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside for a consultation?
You can contact Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside received?
Andrew P. "Drew" Burnside's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management.

Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1984

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026

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