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P. Andrew McStay Jr.

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T 503.778.5302 Portland
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Andy McStay defends food industry clients against food safety claims, including against class action claims. He represents food processors, distributors, and retailers in foodborne illness and contamination cases and supply chain disputes. He also provides regulatory and insurance advice to clients facing product recalls. He has significant first-chair trial and appellate experience in state and federal courts.

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Admitted to Practice

  • Oregon, 2003
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit, 2003
  • U.S. District Court, District of Oregon, 2005

Education

  • J.D., University of Texas School of Law, 2003, magna cum laude
    • Order of the Coif
    • Texas Law Review
    • Chancellors
  • M.Phil., American History, Columbia University, 1998
  • M.A., American History, Columbia University, 1997
  • B.A., History, Yale University, 1994, magna cum laude

Memberships & Affiliations

    • Board Member, Boys & Girls Aid Society, 2017-present
    • Board Member, Pioneer Courthouse Historical Society, 2015-present
    • Former Member, Oregon State Bar Unlawful Practice of Law Committee
    • Former Member, Oregon State Bar Federal Practice & Procedure Committee 

Professional Recognition

    • Named one of "America's Leading Lawyers for Business" by Chambers USA in Litigation: General Commercial (Oregon), 2023-2025; Food & Beverages: Regulatory & Litigation, 2024
    • Named as one of the "Best Lawyers in America" in Commercial Litigation by Best Lawyers, 2024-present
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