Andrew D. Dettmer

Associate

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Overview

Andrew Dettmer discovered his passion for advocacy in high school speech and debate; he now utilizes those skills in partnering with corporations and other clients to resolve disputes in a manner that aligns with their broader business strategy and goals while managing the increasing demands of technology and the global economy. Andrew also assists clients with resolving federal and state investigatory and regulatory matters, as well as internal investigations.

Previous Experience

While in law school, Andrew served as an appellate clerk in the U.S. attorney’s office in Indianapolis, where he supported prosecutors by researching case law, reviewing petitions, and drafting and filing responses to the federal district and appellate courts. He also worked as a summer law clerk for the office of the Indiana attorney general in the Solicitor General’s Office.

Personal Interests

Andrew enjoys playing semi-competitive softball, ultimate frisbee and kickball. On the weekends, Andrew is often cheering on his favorite sports teams, Manchester City FC, Indy Eleven, the Indianapolis Colts, and the Indiana Pacers. He also has an abiding interest in history, particularly U.S. presidential history and Scottish history.

Services & Industries

Litigation Commercial Disputes White Collar Defense and Investigations Antitrust E-Discovery and Information Management Financial Services Litigation

Credentials

Bar Admissions

Indiana

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana

Education

Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law
J.D. Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology (criminology articles editor) (2018)

Wabash College
B.A. in Political Science, summa cum laude (2015)

Leadership & Community

Pro Bono

International Refugee Assistance Project (Formerly Iraqi Refugee Assistance Project)
Coalition for Court Access

Professional Associations

Indiana State Bar Association
Indianapolis Bar Associate
7th Circuit Bar Association – Young Member Indiana Chair (2018-present); Indiana Membership Chair (2019-present)

Civic Activities

Wabash College — Class of 2015 Agent (representative to alumni relations group)
Brickyard Battalion (Indy Eleven Independent Supporters Group) — Secretary of the Board

Honors

Faegre Baker Daniels — Pro Bono Honor Roll, 2018-19
Phi Beta Kappa
Wabash College Moot Court, 2014 Top Advocate, 2012 and 2011 Finalist
2014 Joseph J. Daniels Constitutional Law Scholar
2015 David W. Peck Medal Winner
2014 Dr. Waldo E. Stephens International Law Scholar