About Andrew

Andrew Whiteman is a seasoned civil litigation attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, bringing over 45 years of legal experience to his practice. He specializes in representing clients in complex disputes involving securities brokers and disability insurance companies. His firm, Whiteman Law Firm, is conveniently located at 5400 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 225, Raleigh, NC 27612, where he provides dedicated legal services tailored to the needs of his clients. Mr. Whiteman earned his Juris Doctor from The Ohio State University in 1980. During his time there, he was elected to The Order of Barristers, a prestigious honor recognizing excellence in oral advocacy and brief writing. He also served on the Law Journal staff, contributing to the legal scholarship of his peers.

Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate studies at Miami University of Ohio, graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Economics in 1977. This strong educational foundation laid the groundwork for his successful legal career. Admitted to practice law in North Carolina since 1980, Mr. Whiteman is a longstanding member of the North Carolina State Bar. His federal court admissions are extensive, including the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S.

Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. This breadth of experience allows him to handle many legal issues at both state and federal levels. In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Whiteman is actively involved in several professional associations. He is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, the Wake County Bar Association, and the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association (PIABA). His involvement in these organizations supports his professional development and advocacy for clients' rights.

Before founding Whiteman Law Firm in 2015, Mr. Whiteman was associated with Hartzell and Whiteman, located at 2626 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 500, Raleigh, NC 27608. His experience is complemented by a variety of personal interests. Mr. Whiteman enjoys swimming, running, cycling, and yoga, which keep him physically active. Long-distance trekking and vegetarian cooking are among his favorite hobbies, along with spending quality time with family and friends, gardening, and reading. These pursuits not only enrich his life but also contribute to his well-rounded approach to the practice of law.

Education

Ohio State University - Columbus

J.D. (1980) | Law

1977

Miami University of Ohio

B.S. (1977) | Economics

1973

Accepted Jurisdictions

Eastern District of North Carolina
North Carolina
Western District of North Carolina
United States Tax Court
Middle District of North Carolina
4th Circuit
U.S. Supreme Court

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina U.S. District Court · Admitted 1980
U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina U.S. District Court · Admitted 1980
U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina U.S. District Court · Admitted 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1980
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 1980

Types of Cases Handled

Securities disputes Disability insurance claims

Legal Services Scope

Civil litigation Arbitration

Professional Associations

Public Investors Arbitration Bar Associatin (PIABA)

has membership Current

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

has membership Current

North Carolina Bar Association

has membership Current

Wake County Bar Association

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 5400 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 225 Raleigh NC 27612