Andrea E. Mertz

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Andrea E. Mertz: Attorney with Polyak Law Office
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Biography

Andrea E. Mertz is a Reading, PA criminal defense attorney with 22 years of experience defending clients in Berks County. She has dedicated her career to representing individuals charged with both felony and misdemeanor offenses—from homicide, aggravated assault, and burglary to robbery, theft, rape, firearms offenses, drug violations, and DUI. Known for her persistence, passion, and principled approach, Attorney Mertz has built a reputation as an aggressive trial lawyer who safeguards her clients’ rights from preliminary hearings through trial. Her deep knowledge of the Berks County court system, combined with extensive trial experience, allows her to deliver zealous representation in a supportive environment. Actively involved in her local legal community, she serves as Co-Chair of both the Criminal Defense Section and the Criminal Law Section of the Berks County Bar Association and is a long-standing member of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Recognized by the American Society of Legal Advocates as a Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer in Pennsylvania, she also holds a “Superb” AVVO rating and has received AVVO’s “Client’s Choice” award for DUI and criminal defense.
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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Criminal Defense
  • Criminal Law
  • DUI Law
  • Assault
  • Sex Crimes
  • Drug Crimes
  • Domestic Violence
  • Fire Arms Defense
  • Theft

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Purdue University, B.S., Political Science, with highest distinction
Law School Attended:
American University, Washington College of Law, J.D., 1996
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Maryland; 1998, Court of Appeals of Maryland (inactive); 1999, Pennsylvania; 2009, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Memberships:
Berks County Bar Association; Pennsylvania Bar Association.
ISLN:
915044861

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484-636-2380  Phone

www.polyaklawoffice.com/andrea-e-mertz

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