A Chambers-ranked appellate lawyer, Andrew Gould brings a wealth of courtroom experience to both trial and appellate courts. Andrew’s work at Arnold & Itkin is committed to providing the highest level of legal support, ensuring that the firm's clients receive strategic and robust assistance. His expertise is crucial in standing toe-to-toe with the large corporate law firms employed by major companies. Andrew's dedication is a key asset in the firm’s mission to offer effective legal representation for regular people against the nation’s largest companies.
“When someone turns to Arnold & Itkin, they get the best—a team of attorneys who are just as comfortable with talking to juries about the facts as to judges about the law. We’re all in when it comes to protecting our clients’ futures, whether at trial or on appeal."
Biography
Andrew Gould brings years of skilled appellate advocacy to Arnold & Itkin. He traces the origins of his legal career to his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, where his parents instilled in him a love for reading, writing, and debating.
He developed these passions as an undergraduate at the University of Michigan, graduating with honors and receiving the Arthur Fondiler Award for the best history thesis. Andrew then continued his education at Vanderbilt University Law School, where he graduated Order of the Coif.
During law school, Andrew honed his writing skills as the Executive Editor of the Vanderbilt Law Review and earned the Morgan Prize for his note on the Second Amendment. Since 2014, he has remained involved with the Vanderbilt Law Review, serving on its Alumni Advisory Committee.
Andrew began his legal career clerking for two federal judges. He first clerked for the Honorable Raymond M. Kethledge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and then for the Honorable Lee H. Rosenthal of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas. These clerkships sharpened his legal writing and gave him valuable insights into the judicial process at both the trial and appellate levels. After clerking, Andrew joined a major corporate law firm in Washington, D.C., where he worked on complex cases at the trial and appellate stages.
In 2014, Andrew returned to Houston and joined the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas. His experience as a federal appellate prosecutor earned him awards at every stage of litigation—trial, appeal, and postconviction.
In 2021, Arnold & Itkin approached Andrew to build an appellate section unlike any in the country. He embraced the opportunity to provide everyday people with the same high-caliber appellate support that large corporations receive, knowing it was the perfect role for him.
Throughout his career, Andrew has served as lead counsel in approximately 250 appeals before federal and state appellate courts, including the U.S. and Texas Supreme Courts. He has presented nearly 40 oral arguments, with over 25 before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He has been recognized by Chambers & Partners, Best Lawyers in America, and Super Lawyers as one of Texas’ leading appellate lawyers. According to Chambers, Andrew has “cultivated a rising profile for his sterling appellate practice, which features particular expertise in handling high-stakes personal injury, product liability, and negligence disputes on behalf of plaintiffs.”
At Arnold & Itkin, Andrew is committed to securing justice for individuals harmed by the reckless actions of others. His written and oral advocacy has led to victories in appellate courts nationwide, including upholding favorable jury verdicts and overturning erroneous trial-level rulings. He also provides significant support in trial courts, assisting with jury charge preparation, preserving error, and managing complex motion practice. Andrew's relentless pursuit of justice ensures his clients receive the outcomes they deserve, whether during trial or on appeal.
As an active member of the Texas legal community, Andrew engages regularly with Houston’s legal professionals. He serves as President of the Federal Bar Association’s Southern District of Texas Chapter, sits on the Executive Committee of the Garland Walker American Inn of Court, and serves on the Houston Nominating Committee of the Texas Bar Foundation. He is also a Fellow of the Texas and Houston Bar Foundations and a member of the Appellate Sections for the Houston Bar Association and the State Bar of Texas. Andrew continues his involvement with the Vanderbilt Law Review by serving on its Alumni Advisory Committee.
When Andrew isn’t advocating for clients, he enjoys cycling, spinning, cooking, watching college sports, or chasing one of his three young sons. He and his wife, Becca, proudly support the Houston Symphony, where Andrew serves on the Board of Trustees.