Andrew Speciale is guided by the principle that the foundation of any sound legal advice is a firm understanding of the client’s underlying business. His attention to detail regarding his client’s underlying business allows him to dispense strategic advice on a wide array of business matters.

Andrew works with emerging companies in all phases of their lifecycle, with an emphasis on governance, venture capital financings (debt and equity), strategic relationships and exit transactions.  

Andrew frequently works with clients in the following areas: life sciences, ag-tech, financial technology and information technology. His experience in the life science industry includes representation of generic pharmaceutical, medical device, medical diagnostic, research service, biochemical product and agriculture clients.    

In addition to his work with emerging companies, Andrew also brings his attention to detail to his representation of venture capital funds as well as corporate and other investors with respect to fund investment, structure and management in the areas of life sciences, information technology, financial technology, cyber security, agriculture and energy.

As part of his support of clients, Andrew actively works in support of the St. Louis regional effort to support and encourage the establishment, funding and development of companies operating in these industries.