team-member

Andrea Mertz

Reading, PA

Licensed for 23 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

DUI and DWI

Language

English

About

If you are accused of a crime, the only thing standing between you and a powerful, resourceful Pennsylvanian prosecutorial government is a fierce advocate and an aggressive and persuasive litigator.  In fact, as a criminal defense attorney, I represent the last, and only, bastion of protection safeguarding you, your rights and your personal freedom. I have spent more than seventeen years defending the most difficult cases with outstanding results.  I have earned a reputation among my District Attorneys, Judges and the private bar for being a fierce and formidable advocate and an aggressive and persuasive litigator.  I have represented hundreds of clients in cases ranging from misdemeanors to the most serious felonies.  I have tried cases in front of juries and judges and have an excellent success record.   I take each case very seriously, as though the liberty of my friend or a family member is in jeopardy.  I have the experience to evaluate and give honest and reliable advice and the passion and talent to advocate on your behalf.  I have a background of helping individuals overcome significant difficult challenges in their lives and arise from the challenge to a bright future.  I will do the same for you.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Language

English

Contact

Polyak Law Office645 Penn StreetSuite 500Reading, PA, 19601 Office (610) 376-5250 645 Penn StreetSuite 500Suite 500Reading, PA, 19601 Office (610) 376-5250(610) 376-5250

Office: (610) 320-2057

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
December 6, 2021

She defended me against false allegations restored my good name and rights very professional sticks to facts and stands by her clients I would hire her again in a heart beat my confidence in her was felt at first meeting A+ ATTORNEY

Brian
December 3, 2021

I was looking at my 3rd offense of driving on a suspended license (DUI related) so I was looking at possible jail time or house arrest for being a repeating offender…. Ms. Andrea Mertz went Above & beyond for my case! The police officer who pulled me over wanted to continue my case and penalize me further but Ms. Mertz did her research, reached out to her resources and got me the answer I needed which was agreeing to only pay a $1,000 fine and NO JAIL TIME OR HOUSE ARREST! Such a relief to hire an attorney who cared & was eager to help me and most importantly stay out of jail. Thank you Andrea

Jason
October 9, 2019

After a bad experience with another attorney, I found Andrea and after talking with her I felt very confident that she could get the job done. She did everything I had asked the first attorney to do but refused to so. He coerced me into taking a deal with the DA. Andrea was awesome. She made sure that the witnesses were there and ready to testify on my behalf and after it was all said and done I was found not guilty just like I knew I was from the beginning!

Dawud
December 26, 2018

Pennsylvania Attorney, Andrea Mert’z has Decades of proven Professionalism, knowledge and devotion of this systems laws and representing everyday people in all cities and communities. She is someon that you want on your side when dealing with leagal battles in Pennsylvania. During my trial she provided accurate and current state and Federal law resulting in dismissal of charges due to the state Trooper who clearly overstepped his bounds. Andrea Merat’z was terrific in explaining that no laws had been broken and I was free to go on my way.

Audrey
December 7, 2018

Andrea was very clear, concise and upfront with what was to be expected with my case. Always kept me informed and answered all calls and any questions. Professional, honest and caring.

anonymous
July 8, 2018

We retained Andrea to represent a family member in a small proceeding. From the initial consultation we felt so comfortable with her. Andrea has an absolutely fantastic personality and we felt assured she would get the job done with the great success. She not only delivered, but exceeded our expectations. Thank you, Andrea.

Claudia
March 21, 2018

We contacted lawyer Mertz for a violation of probation on a DUI case, and even though odds were not very good, she was able to get an awesome outcome in court. She knows the law and stays up to date on new changes to it, something that came in handy when she presented the case. We are very pleased with her performance, sure didnt think it would be this good. Thank you again Ms Mertz!

Sylvia
December 29, 2017

Earlier this year, Andrea represented my brother in connection with multiple cases involving drug-related charges. Her representation was excellent throughout. She not only helped my brother get the best possible resolution of his cases under the circumstances, she also helped me navigate getting him into rehab so that he could begin to turn his life around. I would highly recommend hiring her if you or a loved one is facing criminal charges.

Jim
November 13, 2017

When my case came up I was frantic looking for a lawyer I talked to one who told me to bring him a thousand dollars right away which was every penny I had and I almost did until at the last minute I looked him up and his reviews said he was a crook,so I kept looking and saw Andreas picture and thought she's probably nice so I called her,she immediately got ahold of the detective and sorted everything out,he agreed to help me get unsecured bail because she would be representing me,all of that came true as I turned myself in on her trust,she did everything she ever told me she would and my case drug out for years honestly and she never left me. I was facing several years of prison time and she worked out a deal that gave me the opportunity to pay it all back and end up with probation,that's where I am now and I'm so grateful,I hope this review saves someone else from alot of heartache ,Andrea is the real deal. Jim

Jim
September 6, 2017

Andrea is a smart, sharp attorney. She is no nonsense which when you're in need of a good defense attorney is what you need. I had a lot of medical issues tied to the case because of the parameters of it. Andrea pushed to get an appropriate resolution and a successful one. Can't say enough good things. Hire her if you need representation. BTW: I read these reviews before hiring Andrea and thought they were too good to be true. I was wrong. She is worth every penny.

anonymous
December 6, 2021

She defended me against false allegations restored my good name and rights very professional sticks to facts and stands by her clients I would hire her again in a heart beat my confidence in her was felt at first meeting A+ ATTORNEY

Brian
December 3, 2021

I was looking at my 3rd offense of driving on a suspended license (DUI related) so I was looking at possible jail time or house arrest for being a repeating offender…. Ms. Andrea Mertz went Above & beyond for my case! The police officer who pulled me over wanted to continue my case and penalize me further but Ms. Mertz did her research, reached out to her resources and got me the answer I needed which was agreeing to only pay a $1,000 fine and NO JAIL TIME OR HOUSE ARREST! Such a relief to hire an attorney who cared & was eager to help me and most importantly stay out of jail. Thank you Andrea

Jason
October 9, 2019

After a bad experience with another attorney, I found Andrea and after talking with her I felt very confident that she could get the job done. She did everything I had asked the first attorney to do but refused to so. He coerced me into taking a deal with the DA. Andrea was awesome. She made sure that the witnesses were there and ready to testify on my behalf and after it was all said and done I was found not guilty just like I knew I was from the beginning!

Dawud
December 26, 2018

Pennsylvania Attorney, Andrea Mert’z has Decades of proven Professionalism, knowledge and devotion of this systems laws and representing everyday people in all cities and communities. She is someon that you want on your side when dealing with leagal battles in Pennsylvania. During my trial she provided accurate and current state and Federal law resulting in dismissal of charges due to the state Trooper who clearly overstepped his bounds. Andrea Merat’z was terrific in explaining that no laws had been broken and I was free to go on my way.

Audrey
December 7, 2018

Andrea was very clear, concise and upfront with what was to be expected with my case. Always kept me informed and answered all calls and any questions. Professional, honest and caring.

anonymous
July 8, 2018

We retained Andrea to represent a family member in a small proceeding. From the initial consultation we felt so comfortable with her. Andrea has an absolutely fantastic personality and we felt assured she would get the job done with the great success. She not only delivered, but exceeded our expectations. Thank you, Andrea.

Claudia
March 21, 2018

We contacted lawyer Mertz for a violation of probation on a DUI case, and even though odds were not very good, she was able to get an awesome outcome in court. She knows the law and stays up to date on new changes to it, something that came in handy when she presented the case. We are very pleased with her performance, sure didnt think it would be this good. Thank you again Ms Mertz!

Sylvia
December 29, 2017

Earlier this year, Andrea represented my brother in connection with multiple cases involving drug-related charges. Her representation was excellent throughout. She not only helped my brother get the best possible resolution of his cases under the circumstances, she also helped me navigate getting him into rehab so that he could begin to turn his life around. I would highly recommend hiring her if you or a loved one is facing criminal charges.

Jim
November 13, 2017

When my case came up I was frantic looking for a lawyer I talked to one who told me to bring him a thousand dollars right away which was every penny I had and I almost did until at the last minute I looked him up and his reviews said he was a crook,so I kept looking and saw Andreas picture and thought she's probably nice so I called her,she immediately got ahold of the detective and sorted everything out,he agreed to help me get unsecured bail because she would be representing me,all of that came true as I turned myself in on her trust,she did everything she ever told me she would and my case drug out for years honestly and she never left me. I was facing several years of prison time and she worked out a deal that gave me the opportunity to pay it all back and end up with probation,that's where I am now and I'm so grateful,I hope this review saves someone else from alot of heartache ,Andrea is the real deal. Jim

Jim
September 6, 2017

Andrea is a smart, sharp attorney. She is no nonsense which when you're in need of a good defense attorney is what you need. I had a lot of medical issues tied to the case because of the parameters of it. Andrea pushed to get an appropriate resolution and a successful one. Can't say enough good things. Hire her if you need representation. BTW: I read these reviews before hiring Andrea and thought they were too good to be true. I was wrong. She is worth every penny.

anonymous
December 6, 2021

She defended me against false allegations restored my good name and rights very professional sticks to facts and stands by her clients I would hire her again in a heart beat my confidence in her was felt at first meeting A+ ATTORNEY

Brian
December 3, 2021

I was looking at my 3rd offense of driving on a suspended license (DUI related) so I was looking at possible jail time or house arrest for being a repeating offender…. Ms. Andrea Mertz went Above & beyond for my case! The police officer who pulled me over wanted to continue my case and penalize me further but Ms. Mertz did her research, reached out to her resources and got me the answer I needed which was agreeing to only pay a $1,000 fine and NO JAIL TIME OR HOUSE ARREST! Such a relief to hire an attorney who cared & was eager to help me and most importantly stay out of jail. Thank you Andrea

Jason
October 9, 2019

After a bad experience with another attorney, I found Andrea and after talking with her I felt very confident that she could get the job done. She did everything I had asked the first attorney to do but refused to so. He coerced me into taking a deal with the DA. Andrea was awesome. She made sure that the witnesses were there and ready to testify on my behalf and after it was all said and done I was found not guilty just like I knew I was from the beginning!

Dawud
December 26, 2018

Pennsylvania Attorney, Andrea Mert’z has Decades of proven Professionalism, knowledge and devotion of this systems laws and representing everyday people in all cities and communities. She is someon that you want on your side when dealing with leagal battles in Pennsylvania. During my trial she provided accurate and current state and Federal law resulting in dismissal of charges due to the state Trooper who clearly overstepped his bounds. Andrea Merat’z was terrific in explaining that no laws had been broken and I was free to go on my way.

Audrey
December 7, 2018

Andrea was very clear, concise and upfront with what was to be expected with my case. Always kept me informed and answered all calls and any questions. Professional, honest and caring.

anonymous
July 8, 2018

We retained Andrea to represent a family member in a small proceeding. From the initial consultation we felt so comfortable with her. Andrea has an absolutely fantastic personality and we felt assured she would get the job done with the great success. She not only delivered, but exceeded our expectations. Thank you, Andrea.

Claudia
March 21, 2018

We contacted lawyer Mertz for a violation of probation on a DUI case, and even though odds were not very good, she was able to get an awesome outcome in court. She knows the law and stays up to date on new changes to it, something that came in handy when she presented the case. We are very pleased with her performance, sure didnt think it would be this good. Thank you again Ms Mertz!

Sylvia
December 29, 2017

Earlier this year, Andrea represented my brother in connection with multiple cases involving drug-related charges. Her representation was excellent throughout. She not only helped my brother get the best possible resolution of his cases under the circumstances, she also helped me navigate getting him into rehab so that he could begin to turn his life around. I would highly recommend hiring her if you or a loved one is facing criminal charges.

Jim
November 13, 2017

When my case came up I was frantic looking for a lawyer I talked to one who told me to bring him a thousand dollars right away which was every penny I had and I almost did until at the last minute I looked him up and his reviews said he was a crook,so I kept looking and saw Andreas picture and thought she's probably nice so I called her,she immediately got ahold of the detective and sorted everything out,he agreed to help me get unsecured bail because she would be representing me,all of that came true as I turned myself in on her trust,she did everything she ever told me she would and my case drug out for years honestly and she never left me. I was facing several years of prison time and she worked out a deal that gave me the opportunity to pay it all back and end up with probation,that's where I am now and I'm so grateful,I hope this review saves someone else from alot of heartache ,Andrea is the real deal. Jim

Jim
September 6, 2017

Andrea is a smart, sharp attorney. She is no nonsense which when you're in need of a good defense attorney is what you need. I had a lot of medical issues tied to the case because of the parameters of it. Andrea pushed to get an appropriate resolution and a successful one. Can't say enough good things. Hire her if you need representation. BTW: I read these reviews before hiring Andrea and thought they were too good to be true. I was wrong. She is worth every penny.