The George Washington University Law School,
J.D.
The George Washington University,
B.A.
Illinois
Listed in "Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch" for Commercial Litigation in Illinois, 2022-2025 (by BL Rankings)
Included in "Illinois Super Lawyers" Rising Stars list, 2023-2024 (by Thomson Reuters)
Thompson Coburn LLP
Associate, 2018-Present
Summer Associate, 2016
Black Entertainment Television
Senior Content Clearance & Licensing Analyst, 2005-2016
Mercy Home for Boys and Girls
Associates’ Board Member, 2022-Present
Illinois State Bar Association
Judicial Evaluation Committee representing LAGBAC, 2019-Present
Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity
Member
George Washington University Rugby Team Alumni Association
Member, 2003-Present
Pi Kappa Alpha Alumni Association
Officer, 2003-Present
Drew applies practical litigation strategies to resolve his client's disputes as efficiently as possible.
Drew represents clients in litigation matters involving products liability, breach of contract, trademark infringement, and insurance coverage claims. Drew has also defended claims arising under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, actively monitoring this developing area of law to incorporate the latest defense tactics into his clients' litigation strategies. His clients include biotech companies, major manufacturers, and entrepreneurs.
Drew is active in pro bono matters, volunteering to provide legal advice and guidance to artists and non-profit community organizations in the Chicago area.
Drew's prior experience includes in-house experience as a senior analyst in Black Entertainment Television's (BET) legal department. In that position, Drew managed the rights and clearances process for over 150 programs, researched rights issues, and negotiated content-related contracts including music licenses, talent deals, and vendor service agreements. Drew also provided investigative support to BET's litigation team in response to potential litigation.
From his years inside a major corporation, Drew learned the importance of adopting a client-centered, forward-thinking approach to resolving issues and anticipating future risks with the client's business objectives in mind. Drew's goal is to resolve disputes as soon as possible so his clients can move on to new business opportunities.
BIPA UPDATE: Illinois Adopts Reform Limiting Potential Claims (and Damages) in Litigation
BIPA Update: Illinois Senate’s BIPA Amendment Passes the House
Illinois Supreme Court ruling curtails prominent BIPA defense
BIPA Update: Illinois Is One Step Closer to Amending How Damages Accrue under BIPA!
BIPA Update: Another Amendment Attempt for Illinois Privacy Law
BIPA litigation update: Cothron’s impact and employer BIPA defense affirmed
Texas sues Meta for alleged violations of Texas biometric law
Why Illinois Privacy and Cyber Developments Matter Nationwide
10 Ways To Avoid Cyber & Privacy Lawsuits
Co-author, "BIPA Update: Illinois Adopts Reform Limiting Potential Claims (And Damages) in Litigation"
Privacy and Information Security Law Newsletter, Illinois State Bar Association, October, 2024
Co-author, "BIPA litigation update: Cothron’s impact and employer BIPA defense affirmed",
Labor and Employment Law Section, Illinois State Bar Association Newsletter, July, 2023
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