This lawyer cannot be reviewed
Andrew Scott Ziegler

Andrew Scott Ziegler

3.7
Rating: 3.3

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Litigation, Estate Planning
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
See Details

About Andrew

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 40%

I handle all phases of family law practice

40%
Criminal Defense 30%

I handle DUIs, Misdemeanors, and Felony matters as well as summary proceedings.

30%
Litigation 20%

I am able to help with any civil litigation matter you may have

20%
Estate Planning 10%

I handle estate planning and estate administration

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 12 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2014

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 13 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2012

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

No contact information is available for this lawyer

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Andrew Scott Ziegler's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.7 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (12) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Jamie | September 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Was My Lawyer

Andrew Ziegler was my Lawyer. I hired him as a lawyer to take care of my divorce. I was very disappointed in his actions and his service that I had to go hire a new lawyer. I've called Attorney Swartz(who the office lady told me to contact if there was a problem) to speak to him about my case and abo...ut Andrew but I didn't receive a call back. So when I hired Andrew I gave him a $2,000 retainer fee. Ever since then I have documented everything, the times we have talked, dates and what was discussed. Andrew lied, gave me the run around and I personally feel like he cheated me out of my money. After hiring Andrew I sent multiples text and messages with no response. The office lady told me he was in quarantine 3 times different times, once he was in the mountains but when I called one of the final times he was in the office but still I never received a call back. I had to call his paralegal who was nice enough to get Andrew to call me back. Andrew sent no idealized reports EVER even after I asked him too. He would tell me to go for support then he would tell me he never said that and to go through the master. He kept prolonging the process, giving me the run around and switching the plan so he could I guess chip more and more off the retainer. He would tell me one thing then tell me another thing. I honestly don't think he could keep track of what he was doing. He told me he sent the info about the master through text but never sent it, I asked him to screen shot the text and resend it but he didn't do that, that's how I know he lied. I sent him photos of the living conditions my kids were living in with their dad and he didn't care about it to even respond or fight for the well being of my children. Right before I fired him he told me he didn't have time for my case and he barely got to see his family, then why take my case on. That was the last straw before I fired him and found someone else which is doing a great job by the way. I picked up my packet of documents from his office which was supposed to contain the rest of my retainer fee and idolized report which did not. I have called and texted Andrew since then to get this. He was in Hershey park enjoying "family time", he said he sent it and would look when he got back into the office. I gave him two weeks then reached out again. He then told me he decided to go out on his own and work for himself. Which I found out he got fired. Funny how that all worked out. He said I had to get ahold of this guy George, I guess George is one of the main guys in charge of Mooney Law and that he would also contact him to see what can be done about getting me some of my money back. If he didn't feel like he was in the wrong why would he tell me he would reach out to George to get some of my money back and see what can be done. It's funny how that all worked out, that he's not working there. $2,000 for what? So here's another thing, I spoke to George. He said he reviewed my file at length and it appeared Andrew did significant work on my case and communicated with me and opposing counsel on numerous occasions which has used up your retainer. I asked him to send me my report on how my retainer was used. Multiple times I've asked. I reviewed It myself to see if things lined up correctly and they did not. I even had $188 left that went from $188 to $0. So they were just going to keep the rest of my money? They finally did send it after I asked, after telling them I'll give a bad review and report what has happened. So with this I have to give one star.

Posted by Jasmine | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Worst Attorney EVER

If there were zero stars to give Andrew Ziegler, I would. He represented me in a custody case and COMPLETELY DROPED THE BALL. He didn't respond to multiple motions, ignored court orders, and did not tell me about any of the subpoenas or courts orders being filed. Never gave me a chance to fight anyt...hing! This man didn't respond to a subpoena which gave my ex boyfriend discovery by default. Because Andrew Ziegler did such a poor job my ex boyfriend now has my medical records and is sending me harrasing text messages. I fired him and hired new representation. Andrew was also fired from Mooney law. Not sure why but if he represented clients like he represented me, then I can see why they let him go. I don't owe him any money or anything. I did nothing to deserve such poor service from this attorney. If you value your money and your child DON'T HIRE THIS MAN. He should be disbarred for his lack of actions in my custody case. Noone especially an ex should have the right to your medical records in a custody case. I now have my ex texting me about pap smears and a bunch of other things that have NOTHING to do with custody. Do yourself a favor and run from this guy!

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Family Law

I would not recommend attorney Ziegler for any custody case. My ex was/is very narcissistic, I do not feel that attorney Ziegler has any experience in dealing with that type of custody situation. I feel that my case was not handled in the best interest of my child at all. My daughter and my self were... both emotionally and physically abused by my ex but we were treated like the abusers. He was not aggressive at all in the court room. He did not utilize any of the information/documentation that I provided him in the courtroom. I do not feel like he worked for me or my daughter at all. I feel like he was helping my ex and the judge. After I hired another attorney, I requested my documents from his office and found in that documentation google searches on how to cross examine certain witnesses that were called during our trial. This is extremely unprofessional, and I found it very disturbing that he had to google how to cross examine someone. As a family law attorney cross examination is something that he should have had plenty of experience with. Especially this particular witness as it was a parental evaluator. I was paying him to help me, he did nothing but hurt our case and make things worse. Progress was finally made after my new attorney took over. For these reasons as I stated I would not recommend attorney Zeigler for any custody case.

Posted by Lindsay | September 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Puts morals before money

I have gone through custody, domestics and suing someone and had previously hired several different attorneys. I have some legal knowledge and always felt those people were not on inadequate, but not compassionate. Wasting my time and money. Fired them all and did it myself. Until I found Andrew. I'v...e had him now for four years. I have recommended him to every single person I know who needs an attorney. You will not just be a name w a bill to him. He will put his heart into your case. Do not be fooled by other ones blowing smoke and not putting in the effort. You will never question if Andrew has ur best interest at heart and if he is diligently working daily on your case.

See All Client Reviews

Andrew Scott Ziegler's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Andrew
Rahul Aggarwal headshot
Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

Jason C. Imler headshot
Jason Imler

General practice lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew works hard on behalf of his clients and provides excellent representation on their behalf."

Clayton Andrew Lingg headshot
Clayton Lingg

Litigation lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have watched Andrew grow to be an excellent attorney for the York region. He is hard working and provides his clients with excellent representation. Let him help you and you will be glad you did."

Herbert Corky Goldstein headshot
Herbert Corky Goldstein

Unknown lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer for General Practice. Andrew is an outstanding Attorney, and nothing comes before his clients. He is a very strong advocate for ALL his clients. Highly ethical,as well. Attorney Corky Goldstein"

Mark Alan Buterbaugh headshot
Mark Buterbaugh

Litigation lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Andrew is a rapidly rising star in York county. I am proud to have him in our firm. I refer many of my workers compensation and SSD clients to him from York County that need any General Practice legal help. I trust his counsel with my clients."

George William Swartz II headshot
George Swartz

Litigation lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Andrew is one of the best attorneys in the York area and he will work hard for his clients. I can not give him more of an endorsement. He will serve you well."

View All Endorsements
Roberto D. Ugarte headshot
Roberto Ugarte

General practice lawyer

George William Swartz II headshot
George Swartz

Litigation lawyer

Herbert Corky Goldstein headshot
Herbert Corky Goldstein

Criminal defense lawyer

Stephen Wade Parker headshot
Stephen Parker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Clayton Andrew Lingg headshot
Clayton Lingg

Elder law lawyer

Jessica Erin Weaver headshot
Jessica Weaver

Family lawyer

Shawn Michael Stottlemyer headshot
Shawn Stottlemyer

Criminal defense lawyer

Andrew Scott Withers headshot
Andrew Withers

Criminal defense lawyer

Paul Byron Royer headshot
Paul Royer

Family lawyer

John James Mooney III headshot
John Mooney

Litigation lawyer

Jason C. Imler headshot
Jason Imler

Car accident lawyer

Mark Alan Buterbaugh headshot
Mark Buterbaugh

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  3.3 (Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Suspension issued in PA, 2024

updated on 08/26/2024

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Partner and Managing Attorney of the York Office of Mooney Law, Mooney Law

Associations

York Bar Association

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Education

2012

Boston College Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Gettysburg College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Careers

Criminal and Family Law Processes and Procedures

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline
    This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
    Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution