The Law Office of Andrea K. Sugar, P.A.
Dedication • Integrity • Advocacy
The Law Office of Andrea K. Sugar, P.A.
Dedication • Integrity • Advocacy
About Our Firm
Founded by Ms. Sugar in 2001, Andrea K. Sugar , P.A. is located in the heart of downtown Towson, Maryland and is within walking distance of both the District and Circuit Court of Baltimore County, several local government offices, retail shops and a variety of businesses. The firm is easily accessible by Maryland Transit Authority buses and is close to major roadways including I-95 and I-695. The Towson area affords residents and visitors the opportunities of a metropolis but with the convenience of reasonable, plentiful parking and the charm of a suburban setting.
Our goal is to provide a high quality of legal work in the areas in which we practice and to achieve the results desired by our clients promptly and efficiently. In recognition of prospective clients’ schedules and their existing financial obligations, we strive to address these matters as well as clients’ expectations prior to undertaking representation.
Interesting Details
A native New Yorker, Ms. Sugar has made Baltimore her home since 1972.
In her spare time, Ms. Sugar works on her novel, a legal thriller based upon her experience in the area of criminal defense.
Volunteer Mediator for Circuit Court - Baltimore City Family Law Division
A SWEET TALENT
Andrea Writing since the third grade, when her mother bought her a typewriter with her S&H Green Stamps, Towson attorney Andrea Sugar has nurtured a side biz called "Verse-A-Tility: Roasts. Toasts. Boasts."…
Writer of original humorous poems, limericks, and songs for any occasion, since 1987.
“Thank you for supporting me and believing in me.”
Areas of Practice
Tirelessly fighting for your rights and dignity.
Areas of Practice
Tirelessly fighting for your rights and dignity.
What we practice
Family Law
Custody • Child Support • Separation Agreements • Divorce • Domestic Violence
Appeals • Guardianship • Name Change • Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
Criminal Law and Traffic
Personal Injury
Small Business Representation
Civil Litigation
“I’ll never be able to thank you enough for everything that you have done for us. Our little girl is growing up! She starts middle school this year. She received straight A’s last year and will be in the GT classes... She is also very much into gymnastics. She won a MD State Championship Award for her level... To think where she’d be today without your help is frightening. Thank you!”
Experience
Years of wisdom and perseverance you can trust.
Experience
Years of wisdom and perseverance you can trust.
Organizations
Legal
1991 – Present
American Bar Association
1991 – Present
Maryland Bar Association
1991 – Present
Circuit Court of Baltimore County
1991 – Present
Court of Appeals of Maryland
1991 – Present
United States District Court of Maryland
1992 – 2001
Baltimore City Bar Association
1994 – 1998
Howard County Bar Association
1995 – Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
2001 – Present
Simon Sobeloff Legal Society
2002 – Present
Baltimore County Bar Association
2002 – Present
Lawyer Referral Service – Baltimore County
2011 – 2013
Maryland Association for Justice
2015 – 2017
Women's Bar Association Baltimore & Carroll Counties
PROFESSIONAL
1978 – 1985
National Association of Social Workers
1978 – 1998
American Correctional Association
1980 – 1984
Maryland Criminal Justice Association
1982 – 1983
Treasurer, International Halfway House Association
1982 – 1983
Strategic Management Training & Consulting
1984 – 1985
Mayor William Donald Schaeffer’s Junior Executive Cabinet
1985 – 1987
Consultant, National Institute of Corrections
1985 – 1987
Treasurer, Maryland Criminal Justice Association
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Law Clerk
1987
Summer Judicial Internship – The Honorable Dana Levitz
1987
Law Clerk – Wase, Lyons & Fedock
1990 – 1991
Judicial Clerkship – The Honorable Arrie Davis
1991
Correctional Litigation Unit- Maryland Attorney General
1998
U. S. Department of Justice – Office of Deputy Attorney General
1999
Office of the State’s Attorney Baltimore City
Attorney
1991 – 1994
Founding Partner Siegel & Sugar, P.A.
1994 – 2001
Founding Partner Thompson & Sugar, P.A.
2001 – Present
Founding Partner Andrea K. Sugar, P.A.
Professional Experience
1975-1985
Baltimore city jail
Initially employed as a Social Work Associate, Ms. Sugar was selected to develop and manage a pilot pre-employment training program for inmates jointly funded by the American Correctional Association and Baltimore City Jail. She was promoted to Assistant Director and then Director of Work Release. In the Deputy Warden’s absence, she served as Acting Deputy Warden of Community Services. During her tenure at the Jail, she was instrumental in establishing three (3) work release facilities in seven (7) years and managing over 40 staff, including correctional officers, work release counselors, and administrative assistants.
1985-1987
U.S Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections, Division of Community Corrections – Washington, D.C./Boulder, Colorado
Prior to entering law school, Ms. Sugar competed on a national level and was chosen as a Program Manager due to her expertise in the area of work release and community corrections. She divided her time between the agency’s main office in Washington, the training academy in Boulder, Colorado and travel throughout the United States .
Education
1973
University of Maryland – B.A, (Criminology/Sociology)
1990
University of Baltimore School of Law – J.D.
BAR ADMISSIONS
1991
State of Maryland
1991
District of Columbia
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
1979 – 2000
Social Work Associate – Maryland
Accommodations
2004
City of Baltimore Mayor's Citation
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Community Service
Engaging with our communites for a brighter future.
Community Service
Engaging with our communites for a brighter future.
Karma Dogs
2004 – 2011
Giving rescued dogs a second chance by working with their owners to assist children with special needs, the disabled and those who need to become better readers.
“I lost faith a few times. it seemed like an impossible task dealing with the erratic behavior of the opposing counsel. I truly feel “what goes around, comes around,” and she will have to deal with that Karma.
Thank you for your very hard work. I wish you much luck in the future with your health, and work, and family!”
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