Brandy R. Harty litigates complex product liability, premises liability, toxic and mass tort, and asbestos matters. She provides trustworthy advice to companies and corporate entities such as product manufacturers and suppliers (automotive products, electrical equipment, and industrial equipment), contractors (design, engineering, and construction firms), and premise owners (manufacturing and industrial facilities).
Defending clients in thousands of cases, Brandy navigates extremely challenging jurisdictions, such as Madison County and St. Clair County, Illinois; St. Louis City; and other notorious areas of Illinois and Missouri. The secret of her success lies in her extensive experience, strong relationships, and exceptional insight into the strategic handling of complicated matters for sophisticated clients.
Clients appreciate Brandy’s protective yet practical approach to defending their vital business interests—she effectively evaluates each individual case to make recommendations tailored to achieving a quick and complete resolution. She seeks to develop a deep understanding of the nuances of her clients’ businesses and needs. She takes great care to understand the complicated nature of charged situations that litigation can present, and she applies service-centered and cost-conscious approaches at every step to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.
Bringing her keen awareness of the importance of powerful relationships to realizing her clients’ successes, Brandy actively participates in all phases of defense, from analysis and strategy to settlements and trial. Although many cases ideally resolve via settlement, Brandy stands prepared to advocate their position in court should a client be best served by proceeding to trial. Throughout the process, she prioritizes anticipating client needs, assessing and minimizing risks, developing and executing strong defensive strategies, and maintaining productive communication.
Prior to joining Hinckley Allen, Brandy practiced in St. Louis metropolitan law firms, including an AmLaw 100 firm for 18 years.