Andy Taylor

Andy Taylor, the founder and senior partner at Andy Taylor & Associates in Brenham, Texas, is renowned for his dynamic approach to trial practice, dealing with intricate commercial, election and general litigation, as well as public policy and appellate cases in both state and federal courts. His career path began with a top-of-the-class graduation from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 1987, followed by prestigious clerkships with the Texas Supreme Court under Chief Justices John Hill and Thomas R. Phillips.

After his clerkships, Mr. Taylor honed his legal skills at a prominent Houston law firm for over a decade, focusing on election law and public policy litigation. His career took a turn when he joined Texas Attorney General John Cornyn as the first assistant, where he tackled significant cases like the Texas tobacco settlement lawyer fees and the Bush v. Gore election recount.

Mr. Taylor’s proficiency was further recognized when he aided Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott and Majority Leader Tom DeLay in defending a congressional redistricting map and represented Vice President Dick Cheney in a legal eligibility challenge. His private practice has seen him advocate for large corporations such as IBM and Verizon, and he notably assisted Dr. Julio Palmaz in advancing groundbreaking medical technologies.

In his service to the state of Texas, Mr. Taylor played a crucial role in defending redistricting plans for various political bodies and oversaw operations of a large state agency as first assistant attorney general. His remarkable career includes the rare achievement of presenting oral arguments twice before the United States Supreme Court.

Mr. Taylor's legal acumen has been spotlighted in high-profile cases against the city of Houston, where he successfully challenged a billion-dollar rain tax and protected voting rights concerning the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance. His cases have garnered national media attention, with appearances on major networks like CNN and Fox News.

Texas Monthly recognized Mr. Taylor as one of the most influential figures in Texas politics, highlighting his prowess as a trial and appellate lawyer with a unique flair for navigating the intersection of law and politics. His commanding courtroom presence and strategic legal insights have earned him a distinguished reputation both in Texas and across the nation.