Andrew T. Burns
Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP • OR
Construction Services & LitigationPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
info@cosgravelaw.com
Phone
(503) 323-9000
Website
Address
OR, 97204, US
Professional
About
Andrew T. Burns is an experienced attorney at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP, based in Oregon, specializing in a diverse range of practice areas including Construction Services & Litigation, Personal Injury & Property Damage Liability, Environmental Law & Toxic Torts, and Professional Liability. With a commitment to delivering exceptional legal representation, Andrew is dedicated to advocating for his clients' rights and interests across the state. A graduate of Lewis and Clark College Northwestern School of Law, Andrew earned his Juris Doctor in 1987, following a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Oregon in 1983. His extensive knowledge and practical insight into complex legal matters enable him to navigate intricate cases effectively, ensuring that his clients receive the highest level of service. In addition to his litigation expertise, Andrew is proficient in alternative dispute resolution methods, including arbitration and mediation, providing clients with flexible options for resolving disputes efficiently. His proactive approach and empathetic understanding of client needs have earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor in the legal community. Located in Oregon, Andrew T. Burns is dedicated to serving clients throughout the region, offering tailored legal solutions that prioritize their unique circumstances and goals. Whether facing construction disputes or environmental challenges, clients can rely on Andrew's expertise to guide them toward favorable resolutions.
Credentials
Education
Lewis and Clark College Northwestern School of Law, Portland, Oregon, 1987 | J.D. | University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, 1983 | B.S. | Major: Economics
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
The Best Lawyers in America, Construction Litigation; Construction Law, 2018 - 2024 | Oregon Super Lawyers, Construction Litigation, - 2019
Associations
American Institute of Architects (Member) | American Council of Engineering Companies of Oregon (Member) | Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (Member) | Oregon Association of Defense Counsel (Member) | Defense Research Institute (Member) | American Bar Association (Member) | Multnomah Bar Association (Member) | Portland Homebuilders Association (Member)
Speaking
Construction Disputes: A Comprehensive Guide on How to Avoid Settlement Table Risks LIVE Webcast, The Knowledge Group, Speaker, - 2020 | The Shifting Sands of Design Liability - Can You Manage to Escape It, or Will You Struggle and Be Swallowed by the Desert, ALFA International Construction Law Client Seminar, Banff, Canada, Speaker & Panel Moderator, - 2018 | Did You Say Three Million Documents? Best Practices for Managing Truckloads of Information, ALFA International Construction Law Client Seminar, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, Speaker, - 2016 | Construction Claim: From Soup to Nuts, CPCU I day seminar, Speaker, - 2017 | ConsensusDocs 200 Workshop: Agreement and General Conditions Between Owner and Constructor, Construction Law Seminar by HalfMoon Education, Speaker, - 2018 | Public Procurement Delivery Systems, Construction Law Seminar by HalfMoon Education, Speaker, - 2014 | Products Liability: Controlling Increasing Risk in the New Economy, ALFA International Construction Law Client Seminar, Asheville, NC, Speaker, - 2024 | Construction Contracting in Traditional and Alternative Project Delivery Systems, Construction Law Seminar by MalfMoon Education, Speaker, 2013 - Present | Pacific Northwest Coverage and Trends, MC Consultants – Western Region, Construction Defect and Insurance Coverage Conference, San Diego, CA, USA, Speaker and Panel Moderator, 2012 - Present | What Contractors Should Know About Insurance, Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP CLE Seminar for Construction Contractors, Speaker, 2012 - Present | Limitation of Liability Claims and Risk Transfer Provisions, ALFA International Client Seminar, Chicago, IL, USA, Speaker and Panel Moderator, 2008 - Present | Managing Construction Projects in Oregon, Lorman Education Services, Speaker, 2007 - Present | Pressing Issues in Oregon Construction Law, Unitrin Construction Group, Presenter, 2006 - Present | Oregon Construction Law – The Sky Is Not Falling, Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP Construction Seminar, Speaker, 2005 - Present | Oregon Construction Law – The Sky Is Not Falling, Beecher Carlson and Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP Construction Seminar, Speaker, 2004 - Present | Oregon Construction Law – The Sky Is Not Falling, Unitrin Insurance, Speaker, 2004 - Present | Oregon Construction Law, One Beacon, Speaker, 2004 - Present
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Updated: May 25, 2026