Andrew Backing, Product Liability Attorney in Detroit, Michigan
Over 5 years of legal practice
Associate AttorneyatWeitz & Luxenberg, P.C.
Detroit, MI
Practicing product liability in Detroit since 2021.
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Andrew Backing is an associate attorney based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Product Liability. Andrew has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C..
- Based in
- Detroit, MI
- Experience
- over 5 years
- Known for
- Product Liability
- Handles Product Liability matters from Detroit, MI.
- Over 5 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Andrew Backing: Andrew Backing is an associate attorney based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Product Liability. Andrew has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Andrew Backing
Andrew concentrates on product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Product Liability cases in Detroit, Michigan
Andrew takes product liability matters in Detroit, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Andrew Backing — Over 5 years of Michigan product liability experience
Andrew Backing is an associate attorney based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Product Liability. Andrew has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C..
As a new attorney, I am excited to step into this role with Weitz & Luxenberg, a firm dedicated to seeking justice for its clients.
Andrew Backing joined Weitz & Luxenberg in 2021 as an associate attorney and works on the opioids litigation team in the Detroit office.
Mr. Backing earned his J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law in 2021, graduating summa cum laude. In the course of his studies, Mr. Backing completed the King Scholar program, an honors program at the law college. He also earned Jurisprudence Achievement Awards for earning the top grade in eight courses: research, writing, and analysis; payment systems; intellectual property and entrepreneurial law clinic; bankruptcy; corporate finance; mortgage finance; contract drafting; and the King Scholar seminar. Before law school, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from Central Michigan University with cum laude honors.
Prior to law school, Mr. Backing worked in manufacturing, giving him a firsthand perspective into some of the issues blue collar workers face. During law school, Mr. Backing interned at the Ingham County Probate Court. He also worked as a student clinician at Michigan State University’s Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurial Law Clinic, where he worked with small business owners regarding their intellectual property management and other legal needs.
In his spare time, Mr. Backing enjoys playing video games, reading, and relaxing with his pets and family.
Working with Andrew on a product liability matter
As a new attorney, I am excited to step into this role with Weitz & Luxenberg, a firm dedicated to seeking justice for its clients. Andrew Backing joined Weitz & Luxenberg in 2021 as an associate attorney and works on the opioids litigation team in the Detroit office. Mr. Backing earned his J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law in 2021, graduating summa cum laude. In the course of…
Who Andrew represents
Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for product liability matters in Detroit and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Andrew Backing's legal education and bar admissions
Michigan State University
J.D. · 2021
Central Michigan University
B.S. · 2014
Jurisdictions
Andrew's state bar admissions
Michigan U.S. Distri
2021 · ACTIVE
Andrew studied at J.D. in Michigan State University and B.S. in Central Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Andrew completed J.D. in Michigan State University and B.S. in Central Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Andrew Backing's office in Detroit
Andrew's primary office is at Fisher Building, 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 2150, Detroit, MI, 48202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Weitz & Luxenberg, P.C.
Fisher Building, 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 2150
Detroit, MI 48202
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How to hire Andrew Backing — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new product liability attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a product liability attorney in Detroit, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many product liability matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Andrew
Andrew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in product liability practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every product liability matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Andrew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many product liability practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Andrew Backing
How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a product liability case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andrew offer a free consultation?
Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some product liability attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.
How long do product liability cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple product liability matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside Detroit?
Andrew is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andrew will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Andrew?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andrew accepting new product liability clients right now?
Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Product Liability attorneys serving Detroit, Grand Rapids and Southfield in Michigan
Andrew handles product liability matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified product liability attorneys in that community.
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