Andrew B. Moorman
Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Greenville, South Carolina
Moorman Law Firm, LLC
Practice areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes, DUI-DWI; view more
Licensed in South Carolina since: 2001
Education: University of South Carolina School of Law
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Andrew B. Moorman, the driving force behind Moorman Law Firm, is a distinguished legal advocate in Greenville, South Carolina. With a focus on criminal law, his practice navigates complex issues such as DUI, federal criminal cases and offenses related to drugs and sex crimes. Bringing over 24 years of legal acumen to the table, he has had the honor of representing both the state of South Carolina and the United States in appellate courts. Noteworthy cases under his belt include:
· United States v. Thomas, 773 Fed. Appx. 750 (4th Cir. 2019)
· United States v. Crawley, 760 Fed. Appx. 241 (4th Cir. 2019)
· United States v. Guerrero-Deleon, 713 Fed. Appx. 163 (4th Cir. 2017)
· United States v. Guerra-Telon, 594 Fed. Appx. 149 (4th Cir. 2015)
· United States v. Lipscombe, 571 Fed. Appx. 198 (4th Cir. 2014)
During his tenure as an assistant United States attorney and as deputy chief of the Criminal Division, Mr. Moorman guided other federal legal professionals and spearheaded extensive, multiyear investigations into drug trafficking networks, public corruption and white collar crime. He crisscrossed the state, advocating for the federal government in courtrooms across South Carolina. Today, he channels his profound knowledge and strategic insight into defending individuals facing investigations or charges.
Mr. Moorman's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts cum laude in political science from Furman University in 1998, followed by a Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 2001. During law school, he contributed to the South Carolina Law Review and earned the CALI Excellence for the Future Awards for his work on legal and equitable remedies. Admitted to practice in South Carolina, Kentucky, the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit, he has also been invited to share his insights through training sessions for other legal professionals.
Recognized for his outstanding contributions, Mr. Moorman has received accolades such as the United States Secret Service Certificate of Appreciation in 2019 for his exceptional contributions to law enforcement and an award from the FBI in 2017 for his pivotal role in the successful prosecution of Operation Silver Sunset. In 2014, he was honored with the United States Attorney’s “Go To Person” Award for his significant efforts to enhance the office's mission. His career underscores the impact one dedicated individual can have on public safety and justice for all Americans.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: White Collar, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWIFocus areas
Criminal Law, Criminal Law - Federal, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Sex Offenses
- 50% Criminal Defense
- 30% Criminal Defense: White Collar
- 20% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
First Admitted: 2001, South Carolina
Professional Webpage: https://www.andymoormanlaw.com/attorney-profile/
- Admitted, South Carolina Bar, 2001
- Admitted, United States Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, 2008
- Admitted, United States District Court for the District of South Carolina, 2007
- Admitted, Kentucky Bar, 2002
- United States v. Thomas, 773 Fed. Appx. 750 (4th Cir. 2019)
- Ex parte Hearst-Argyle Television, Inc., 369 S.C. 69, 631 S.E. 2d 86 (2006)
- United States v. Rodriguez-Ornelas, 456 Fed. Appx. 228 (4th Cir. 2011)
- United States v. Martinez-Turcio, 494 Fed. Appx. 354 (4th Cir. 2012)
- United States v. Calderon, 554 Fed Appx. 143, 145 (4th Cir. 2014)
- United States v. Lipscombe, 571 Fed. Appx. 198 (4th Cir. 2014)
- United States v. Guerra-Telon, 594 Fed. Appx. 149 (4th Cir. 2015)
- United States v. Guerrero-Deleon, 713 Fed. Appx. 163 (4th Cir. 2017)
- United States v. Crawley, 760 Fed. Appx. 241 (4th Cir. 2019)
- Successfully defended a client the Department of Justice charged in a multi-count indictment, alleging wire fraud, related to the multi-billion dollar, failed construction of two nuclear power plants in Jenkinsville, South Carolina. In August of 2023, a federal judge dismissed the case. The Government reindicted the client, and the client pled guilty to a single, greatly reduced charge, and he awaits sentencing, 2023
- Successfully defended a client charged in state court with possessing approximately 200 pounds of marijuana in a car he was driving. The client did not have to spend one day in the South Carolina Department of Corrections, 2023
- Successfully defended a foster father charged with multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct of a minor involving his adopted daughter. Case dismissed, 2022
- Successfully defended a private zoo owner the Department of Justice charged in a multi-count indictment alleging federal money laundering and endangered species violations. The client pled guilty to only two, greatly reduced charges and is awaiting sentencing, 2023
- Successfully represented an American citizen and Chinese Corporation which the Department of Justice charged with wire fraud in connection with the shipment of durable medical equipment to Medicare Beneficiaries. The Government alleged that these violations led to losses in the millions. Both the individual and the corporation pled guilty to a single, greatly reduced charge., 2022
- Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine, 2021
- Received “in recognition of (Andy’s) valuable effort to enhance effectiveness of the office mission.”, United States Attorney’s “Go To Person” Award (2014)
- Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine, 2024
- Award from the Director of the FBI,"for (Andy's) demonstrated excellence in successfully prosecuting a major criminal case, Operation Silver Sunset, investigated by the FBI. (Andy's) work shows that one person can indeed make a difference in the priority efforts to develop a higher level of public safety for all Americans. The FBI is proud to have been a partner with (Andy) in this important case.", Award from the Director of the FBI, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 2017
- Awarded by the Director of the Secret Service "in special recognition of (Andy's) efforts and superior contributions to the law enforcement responsibilities of the United States Secret Service.", United States Secret Service Certificate of Appreciation, United States Secret Service, 2019
- Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine, 2023
- Legal Elite, Greenville Business Magazine, 2022
- Furman University, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, cum laude, 1998
- University of South Carolina School of Law, Columbia, Juris Doctor Degree, 2001, Member, South Carolina Law Review, Recipient of the Cali Award (for highest grade) for Legal and Equitable Remedies
- Participated in a panel with an Associate Justice of the South Carolina Supreme Court in a plenary session to discuss concepts associated with the importance of civility in the practice of law, Panelist, Greenville County Bar Association, Law, 2016
- Presentation that discussed what information constitutes exculpatory evidence in different contexts and how to use it effectively , Presenter, The Good Stuff: Evidence that Helps Your Case (Brady, Giglio, and other Exculpatory Evidence), Greenville County Bar, Law, 2022
- An Update to the 2020 Presentation, Presenter, It's All A Game: Top Trial Lawyers Tackle Evidence, South Carolina Bar, Law, 2021
- A Presentation on a Defendant's Right to Remain Silent under the Fifth Amendment, Panelist/Presenter, It's All A Game: Top Trial Lawyers Tackle Evidence, South Carolina Bar, Law, 2020
- Presentation given to healthcare professionals on how the federal government is combating the opioid crisis; , Presenter, The Opioid Epidemic and Federal Law Enforcement's Response, MGC, Law, 2019
- Presentation on being an effective advocate in evidentiary matters, Panelist/Presenter, It's All A Game: Top Trial Lawyers Tackle Evidence, South Carolina Bar, Law, 2019
- Presentation given to all Assistant U.S. Attorneys in the District of South Carolina on how to investigate and prosecute complex federal cases, Presenter, A Baseline for Excellence in Prosecution, United States Attorney's Office, Law, 2019
- Presentation on the co-conspirator exception to the hearsay rule; , Panelist/Presenter, It's All A Game: Top Trial Lawyers Tackle Evidence, South Carolina Bar, Law, 2018
- Presentation on the advantages of prosecuting drug cases in federal court versus state court given to narcotics unit supervisors in state and local police departments from across the State of South Carolina, Presenter, Opioid Prosecutions: State v. Federal, University of South Carolina School of Law, Law, 2018
- Presentation on how prosecutors and police can work together to more effectively investigate and target defendants, Presenter, Defining Success for the Prosecution Team, United States Attorney's Office, Law, 2018
- A presentation on F.R.E 613, Panelist/Presenter, It's All A Game: Top Trial Lawyers Tackle Evidence, South Carolina Bar, Law, 2017
- Presentation on how F.R.E. 613 and S.C.R.E. 613 are interpreted differently and on the process by which one introduces extrinsic evidence of an inconsistent statement;, Presenter, Greenville Bar Association, Law, 2017
- Presentation on the practice of criminal law in federal district court and a discussion of a few differences between practicing in federal district court and state general sessions court;, Presenter, Introduction to Federal Practice, Federal Bar Association, Law, 2016
- A presentation on the application of the rules of evidence to body camera videos, Panelist/Presenter, It's All A Game: Top Trial Lawyers Tackle Evidence, South Carolina Bar, Law, 2016
- Presentation on the evidentiary challenges associated with body camera videos, Presenter, Greenville County Bar, Law, 2016
- A presentation entitled the "Anatomy of a Traffic Stop" - Specifically, the presentation suggested a mode of analysis to be used for Fourth Amendment issues that often arise in the context of traffic stops. , Presenter, South Carolina Solicitor's Association Annual Conference, Law, 2013
- Presentation on the importance of civility in the practice of law and recommendations for maintaining and improving civility between lawyers who participate in our adverbial system of justice, Presenter, Civility in the Practice of Law, United States Probation Office, 2015
- Presentation on authentication pursuant to S.C.R.E. 901 and F.R.E. 901, Presenter, South Carolina Solicitor's Association Annual Conference, Law, 2015
- A presentation on authentication of evidence pursuant to F.R.E. 901, Panelist/Presenter, It's All A Game: Top Trial Lawyers Tackle Evidence, South Carolina Bar Association, Law, 2015
- Criminal Interdiction Seminar, Presentation on the application of the Fourth Amendment to traffic stops;, Presenter, National Criminal Enforcement Association, Law, 2014
- Participated on a panel of other Assistant U.S. Attorneys for the purpose of discussing obligations prosecutors have associated with the production of discovery;, Panelist, U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of South Carolina, Law, 2014
- A presentation on the challenges associated with the authentication of Facebook and other social media evidence;, Presenter, South Carolina Solicitor's Association Annual Conference, Law, 2013
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2025
