Andy Krone

Director
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Primary Office: Houston, TX

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Andy Krone, a Director with Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.
Andy Krone, a Director with Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith.

ABOUT

Andy

Andy Krone is a Houston-based trial attorney who represents clients across Texas and the Gulf Coast in trucking and transportation, wrongful death, personal injury, premises liability, and general commercial litigation. With a practice rooted in high-exposure and complex claims, Andy is known for delivering accurate, early case assessments and pursuing efficient outcomes in litigation, mediation, and trial.

Andy regularly defends trucking companies, transportation providers, insurers, and businesses in serious personal injury and wrongful death matters, including catastrophic trucking accidents, worksite incidents involving heavy equipment, and premises liability claims. He delivers a disciplined, analytical approach to each case, effectively identifying key liability and exposure issues and developing key strategies that align with his clients’ operational and financial goals. Serving clients throughout the Houston area and Gulf Coast transportation corridor, he is well-positioned to handle matters tied to an active logistics and shipping region.

Andy is a member of Galloway’s 24/7 Emergency Response Team, providing immediate response to catastrophic trucking and transportation accidents and helping clients assess risk and exposure at the earliest stage of a claim.

Before practicing law, Andy had a successful career in banking and finance, an experience that continues to shape his practice. His background provides a practical understanding of risk, financial exposure, and how litigation impacts a client’s bottom line. Clients rely on him to evaluate claims early, control costs, and position cases for favorable resolution without unnecessary escalation.

Resilient and solutions-oriented, Andy approaches challenges with a steady focus and a commitment to providing excellent service to his clients. His foundation in business and finance informs his strong work ethic and long-term perspective when guiding clients through complex disputes.

A Texas native, Andy enjoys spending time with his wife and their two children, along with their pets. Outside the office, he stays active through weightlifting, golf, and reading.

Representative Matters

  • Obtained summary judgment on behalf of a prominent delivery service in a personal injury case with significant claimed injuries.
  • On behalf of a well-known insurer, served as first chair in a motor vehicle accident case in Harris County, obtaining a unanimous jury verdict in favor of the defense. The verdict was later affirmed by the First Court of Appeals in Houston, Texas.
  • Obtained summary judgment in favor of a company that owned several apartment complexes in a slip and fall personal injury case.
  • Obtained complete summary judgment and dismissal with prejudice in Tarrant County for a Fort Worth area homebuilder and developer, on a premises liability claim wherein the injured plaintiff had previously sought $1 million total at mediation.

Practices

Construction Litigation

Insurance Defense & Coverage

Premises Liability

Product Liability

Trucking

Industries

Construction

Transportation

Education

  • J.D., South Texas College of Law Houston
  • B.B.A., Texas Tech University

 

Admissions

  • Texas, 2014
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas

 

Associations
  • State Bar of Texas

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