How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.

How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?

Simple general 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 Boston?

Andrew is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts 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 general clients right now?

Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Andrew S. Wainwright, General Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on General and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

PartneratThornton Law Firm LLP

Boston, MA

Practicing general in Boston since 1991.

35+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 1 client review
4: Bar admissions

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Andrew S. Wainwright is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on General and Workers Comp. Andrew has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Thornton Law Firm LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Boston, MA
Experience: over 35 years
Known for: General · Workers Comp

Handles General and Workers Comp matters from Boston, MA.
Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Andrew S. Wainwright

Andrew concentrates on general and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Andrew takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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.

Workers Comp cases in Boston, Massachusetts

Andrew takes workers comp matters in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 S. Wainwright — Over 35 years of Massachusetts general experience

Andrew Wainwright is a Thornton Law Firm partner and trial attorney. Mr. Wainwright manages the Thornton Law Firm asbestos trial practice. He has successfully litigated hundreds of asbestos cases in the Massachusetts Superior Court. He has also successfully argued cases before the Massachusetts Appeals Court and the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. (Spellman v. Shawmut Woodworking & Supply, Inc., et al, 445 Mass. 675 (2006)). He has lectured before nationwide continuing legal education seminars on the subjects of asbestos litigation and the admissibility of expert testimony. He also represented plaintiffs who have developed severe silicosis after working with engineered stone.

Mr. Wainwright is admitted to practice in Massachusetts, New York, the United States District Court of Massachusetts, and the United States First Circuit Court of Appeals. He graduated from Hobart College with a BA in Philosophy and received his Juris Doctorate from Suffolk University cum laude in 1991.

In 2017 he tried and won two of the top three jury verdicts in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, a $7.5 million award in Sylvestre v. New England Insulation , and a $6.8 million award in Ross v. New England Insulation. Since 2021 he has been named to the Best Lawyers in America list for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions – Plaintiffs. He is AV Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rated, and a Massachusetts Super Lawyer (2004, 2009, 2014-present). He was selected as one of New England’s 2020 Top Rated Lawyers by ALM Media and Martindale-Hubbell™.

Andrew's approach to general cases

The kind of cases Andrew takes

Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and workers comp matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.

Credentials

Andrew S. Wainwright's legal education and bar admissions

Suffolk University
J.D. · 1991
Hobart College
B.A. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Andrew's state bar admissions

New York
2005 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1992 · ACTIVE
United States Court
1992 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1991 · ACTIVE

Andrew studied at J.D. in Suffolk University and B.A. in Hobart College.

Law school and academic background

Andrew completed J.D. in Suffolk University and B.A. in Hobart College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Andrew S. Wainwright

Andrew has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Andrew's professional memberships and bar associations

Boston Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Association Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys American Association for Justice National Disability Law Center Professional Hockey Players Association
Member, Workers’ Compensation Panel · membership

Locations

Andrew S. Wainwright's office in Boston

Andrew's primary office is at 84 State Street, 4th Floor, Boston, MA, 02109. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Thornton Law Firm LLP

84 State Street, 4th Floor

Boston, MA 02109

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Andrew S. Wainwright — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Andrew. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Boston.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Andrew S. Wainwright — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general 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 general attorney in Boston, Massachusetts

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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 general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Andrew S. Wainwright

How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a general 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 general attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple general 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 Boston?
Andrew is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts 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 general 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

General attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts

Andrew handles general matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.

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