
Andrew C. Lake, Esq., IP Attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
Over 27 years of legal practice
Managing PartneratPitts & Lake, P.C.
Knoxville, TN
Practicing ip in Knoxville since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admissions
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Andrew C. Lake, Esq. is a managing partner based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on IP. Andrew has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pitts & Lake, P.C..
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- Knoxville, TN
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- IP
- Handles IP matters from Knoxville, TN.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Andrew C. Lake, Esq.: Andrew C. Lake, Esq. is a managing partner based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on IP. Andrew has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pitts & Lake, P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Andrew takes on
Andrew concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Knoxville, Tennessee
Andrew takes ip matters in Knoxville, Tennessee. 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
Meet Andrew C. Lake, Esq. — ip lawyer in Knoxville
Andrew C. Lake, Esq. is a managing partner based in Knoxville, TN. The practice focuses on IP. Andrew has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pitts & Lake, P.C..
Andrew C. Lake, Esq. is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Andrew received a B.A. degree from Cleveland State University, and has been licensed for 27 years. Andrew practices at Pitts & Lake, P.C. in Knoxville, TN.
Andrew's approach to ip cases
Andrew C. Lake, Esq. is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Andrew received a B.A. degree from Cleveland State University, and has been licensed for 27 years. Andrew practices at Pitts & Lake, P.C. in Knoxville, TN.
Clients Andrew works with
Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Knoxville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Akron School of Law J.D.
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Cleveland State University B.A. Physics Cleveland State University M.S. Electrical Engineering John Carroll University M.B.A
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Jurisdictions
Andrew's state bar admissions
Tennessee registered
2011 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
2010 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1999 · ACTIVE
Andrew studied at — in University of Akron School of Law J.D. and — in Cleveland State University B.A. Physics Cleveland State University M.S. Electrical Engineering John Carroll University M.B.A.
Law school and academic background
Andrew completed — in University of Akron School of Law J.D. and — in Cleveland State University B.A. Physics Cleveland State University M.S. Electrical Engineering John Carroll University M.B.A. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Andrew's professional memberships and bar associations
Knoxville Bar Association, Tennessee Intellectual Property Law Association, American Intellectual Property Law Association, District of Columbia Bar
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Locations
Andrew C. Lake, Esq.'s office in Knoxville
Andrew's primary office is at 1319 Old Weisgarber Road, Knoxville, TN, 37909. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Andrew C. Lake, Esq. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip 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 ip attorney in Knoxville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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 ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Andrew C. Lake, Esq.
How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a ip 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 ip attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple ip 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 Knoxville?
Andrew is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee 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 ip 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
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