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Andrew D. Weitz received his Juris Doctorate from Brooklyn Law School in 2011. He is a member of the New York and New Jersey State Bars, and is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of the State of New York, as well as in the United States District Court of the State of New Jersey. Mr. Weitz is a member of the American Bar Association and the New York State Trial Lawyers Association.
Prior to his current practice, Andrew D. Weitz was a member of the legal team that represented NYPD School Safety Agents in the federal Equal Pay Act collective action against the City of New York, Andrews v. City of New York 10-civ-2426 (SDNY). The suit was brought on behalf of the predominantly female School Safety Agents to achieve equal pay with their largely male counterparts, known as Special Officers. As a result of the litigation, more than $76 million was approved for more than 5,000 New York City families by the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
As a partner at Berkowitz & Weitz, Andrew D. Weitz represents clients who have been injured as result of negligence, medical malpractice, premises assault and lack of security. Mr. Weitz regularly attends client depositions and appears in Court on behalf of the firm to manage cases through the discovery process and trial preparation. In addition to trying cases in Manhattan and the Bronx, Mr. Weitz has successfully briefed and argued cases before the Appellate Division of The Supreme Court of the State of New York, in both the First and Second Judicial Departments.
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Acquired: 2012
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Acquired: 2011
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Posted by Esther | July 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Andrew Weitz. He worked very hard for the best outcome for my case, and kept me posted about what was happening throughout the process. He is also very professional, friendly and communicative. He was very easy to reach by phone or email, and was always quick to respond to any ques...
Posted by Leslie | April 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Andrew D. Weitz is a compassionate, honest and trustworth attorney. He works hard and helps you to understand all aspects of your case. My accident was painful and stressful. Andrew D. Weitz made the process of my case less stressful. Communication was the biggest factor for me in my case and h...
Posted by Ashley | September 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Andrew Weitz represented me in a case against the City of New York. He was able to settle the case very quickly and I am extremely satisfied with the outcome.
Posted by Lauren | April 25, 2015
I hired Andrew Weitz as my lawyer after I was hit by a car. Mr. Weitz was very punctual and kept me informed, and I never had any trouble getting in touch with him. I was very happy with the quick resolution of my case, and highly reccomend Mr. Weitz and his firm.
Posted by Drew | April 20, 2015
Mr. Weitz represented me in connection with a work related incident. He did not charge me anything to answer my questions, and always returned my calls quickly. He was very helpful, knowledgeable, and attentative to my specific concerns. Satisified with his service, I have since sent both my fathe...
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"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Weitz's practice is focused on one thing: attaining the maximum possible value for his clients."
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2018
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2018
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013 - Present
Senior Associate, Robert J. Berkowitz & Associates, P.C.
2018 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
National Association of Personal Injury LawyersFellow
2016 - Present
New York State Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - 2013
American Bar AssociationMember
As a result of the litigation, more than $76 million was approved for more than 5,000 New York City families by the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
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