Andrea Dunlap

About Andrea Dunlap

I am a civil litigator at Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C, where I serve as a versatile “utility player” capable of stepping into a wide range of matters in both Virginia Circuit Courts and the federal courts. My background in complex litigation enables me to navigate multifaceted disputes, manage intensive discovery, and craft strategic, results-oriented solutions for diverse clients.I represent public and private entities—including governmental bodies, maritime industry stakeholders, healthcare organizations, and corporate clients—in matters involving regulatory compliance, contractual and operational disputes, cybersecurity and data privacy concerns, risk management, and emerging litigation issues.My experience spans the full spectrum of dispute resolution: trial-level advocacy, motion practice, administrative proceedings, and negotiated pre-trial resolutions. I approach every matter with practicality, clarity, and an unwavering focus on achieving efficient, outcome-driven results.Practice Areas:• Admiralty & Maritime Law• Business & Commercial Litigation• Commercial Real Estate• Government & Public Sector• Cybersecurity & Data Privacy• Healthcare Law• Complex Civil Litigation

Experience

1. Associate

   Crenshaw, Ware & Martin, P.L.C

   Jun 2025 — Present · Norfolk, VA, US

   At CWM, I focus on delivering strategic counsel and advocacy across several key areas of civil litigation and advisory practice. My work includes:Representing clients in complex business and commercial disputes, including breach of contract, partnership disagreements, and shareholder issuesAdvising businesses on compliance, governance, and risk management in connection with general business law mattersHandling construction law cases involving contract disputes, delays, defects, and payment claims for contractors, developers, and ownersWorking with government and public sector clients on regulatory, procurement, and administrative law mattersConducting discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trials in state and federal courtsCollaborating with clients to develop litigation strategies that are efficient, practical, and tailored to their goalsContributing to case strategy development and providing detailed legal analysis and brief writingStaying current on evolving laws and regulations to better serve public and private clients alike

Education

• University of Miami School of Law

  Doctor of Law - JD, Social Justice & Public Interest Concentration, Area of Focus in Identity and Civil Rights

  2016 — 2019

• Georgia State University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Political Science and Government

  2011 — 2015