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Drew P. Branigan

Drew P. Branigan

Associate
Phone:248-205-3341

Drew Branigan defends a wide variety of vehicle products and technology, ranging from personal watercraft and recreational vehicles to driver assistance (ADAS) technology and passive restraint systems in automobiles. His courtroom experience spans federal and state jurisdictions across the country, including involvement in a nationwide airbag MDL. Drew’s proficiency with technology benefits the his clients as the automotive industry evolves with novel innovations. 

Clients look to Drew for his experience in advancing matters to a favorable conclusion, from the pre-suit investigation stage all the way through dismissal or settlement. His regular contributions include discovery, trial, and dispositive motion practice, preparing and responding to written discovery, taking fact witness and party depositions, case evaluation and mediation strategy and expert work – including product and scene investigations, preparation of expert reports and challenging opposing experts.  

Drew also assists clients with eDiscovery and complex litigation issues and has been involved in mass and class action litigation for automotive and medical device manufacturers across the country. 

In his free time, Drew enjoys hiking, swimming, cooking and traveling with his wife. He recently completed his second triathlon and is training for an Olympic distance race set for spring, 2025. 

 

Bar Admissions

  • Michigan, 2019

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania

Education

  • Michigan State University College of Law, J.D., 2019
    cum laude
  • University of Michigan, B.A., 2016
    Major: Political Science

Professional Associations

    • Michigan Defense Trial Counsel 

Distinctions

    •  Super Lawyers Magazine
      —Michigan Rising Stars, 2023 – 2024

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Publications

  • “NHTSA Begins Regulation of ADS Technology: An Overview of Amendments to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards,” Co-Author, The Brief Case: DRI Committee News, May 2022