Andrew P. Cores
About Andrew
Biography
If you find yourself facing a difficult divorce or separation, you want to have someone on your side. At Esp Kreuzer Cores, our family law attorneys understand your need for straight answers and supportive guidance. Your needs and rights are our number one priority. We are compassionate and knowledgeable attorneys who are committed to helping you through the divorce process and ensuring that if children are involved, the best interests of your children are put first.
We have experience negotiating on behalf of parents in all aspects of a divorce, from custody and visitation, to child support, property division, spousal maintenance, fathers' rights and post-decree modification. We also handle paternity matters, adoptions and juvenile matters.
Our lawyers will listen carefully to your concerns and can answer your questions and explain your rights. We can help explain the divorce process to you, help you understand the possible outcomes, and counsel you about what course of action to take. Knowledge is the first step in making the right decision. We understand that this is a difficult time in your life and truly care what happens to you.
Our family law attorneys are dedicated to providing the highest level of service and professional representation. Please feel free to contact us to discuss your family-related legal issue.
Our experience and training in family law is supported by our aggressive and proactive style. We also believe in reasonableness and cooperation, however, and we adjust our representation to suit the needs of each client. At Esp, Kreuzer, Cores & McLaughlin, we assist clients in all aspects of the law relating to the needs of today's families, including, but not limited to:
- Spousal support (alimony)
- Child support determination, collection, and modification
- Child custody, visitation, and parents' rights to make decisions regarding their children
- Modification of visitation or child custody orders, including in situations in which one parent is moving to another state
- Legal determination of paternity
- Father's rightsAreas of Practice: Banking & Finance LawCredit UnionsBankruptcy LawCreditors' RightsBusiness OrganizationsFamily LawAlimony & Spousal SupportChild SupportCollaborative LawCustody & VisitationDivorceDomestic Violence & NeglectPrenuptial AgreementsLitigation & AppealsComplex LitigationFederal Trial PracticeState Appellate PracticeState Trial PracticeReal Estate LawCommercial Real EstateResidential Real EstateBar Admissions:Illinois, . District Court Northern District of Illinois, 1995Education:Northwestern University School of Law, Chicago, Illinois, Carroll University, Cleveland, OH, USA, : Summa Cum Laude Professional Associations and Memberships:DuPage County Bar Association, 1993 - PresentMember
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 32 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Andrew Cores-Esp, Kreuzer Cores, LLP
400 S. County Farm Road Suite 200, Wheaton, IL, 60187
Andrew P. Cores - Esp Kreuzer Cores, LLP
123 Washington Street, Suite 334, Oswego, IL, 60543-8880
Andrew P. Cores - Esp Kreuzer Cores , LLP
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 1860, Chicago, IL, 60606-2905
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Andrew P. Cores's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Carol | June 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Hire the expert!
Andy is quickly able to pick up and go to work with tricky/sticky dynamics. His 30+ years experience shines in the conference room, courtroom and in private conversations. Much of deliberation is emotionally based and Andy has a VERY high emotional intelligence combined with diplomacy and legal ...
Posted by Anita | May 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great to have on my side!
Andy was so thorough about explaining the process when we met for our first consultation. He knows his stuff well and was so clear about all the details. He's a nice guy, but I knew he would also support me 100% and be an aggressive lawyer if need be.
Posted by Carla | July 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best Guardian Ad Litem in Dupage County
I was Pro Se with my case and issues of right of first refusal. Andrew was assigned to our case with my twins and he excelled in meeting our families needs. Most attorneys I’ve dealt with in the past don’t take the time to really get to know the family dynamics in the small time frame they are give...
Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2014
He's been my lawyer for 5 years.
Andy Cores' team is outstanding. My case was very stressful on the kids and me, but I always drew comfort from knowing that the legal issues were in good hands. Andy is the best, but not the least expensive. There are lower cost divorce lawyers but that's not the point. In Illinois, if the other ...
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2013
Strictly a lawyer, no human being behind it.
Andy is an OK lawyer but he really does not show any interest in the human side of the clients, you are just another case number. He was little or not prepared for the meetings with the other lawyers reading the papers for the first time during the meeting, did not discussed any strategies, he assum...
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"I endorse this lawyer. Andy works hard for his clients while maintaining a professional demeanor. He understands that we can get more accomplished for our clients working together than engaging in unecessary fighhting."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a well-respected member of our local legal commmunity. He is an exceptional litigator and vigorous advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andy is an excellent attorney who represents his clients well and works well with opposing counsel."
"Andy Cores is an exceptional attorney who excels as a mediator, negotiator and litigator. I have had the opportunity to observe Andy in both the office and courtroom and have seen a dedicated who attorney who is always prepared for all possibilities. Andy strives to settle his client's cases, but is ready for litigation should it become necessary. Andy is well respected in the legal community and leads his practice with the utmost integrity and ethics. Andy also is tremendous mentor who ensures that attorneys that work for him also learn how to be exceptional negotiators and litigators and practice law with the utmost integrity and ethics."
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"Andre Cores is dedicated to preserving and protecting his client's rights. Andrew is an experienced litigator, but understands that there is no point in "fighting just to fight". Andrew will skillfully and aggressively push for a resolution that meets his client's needs. I highly recommend Andre Cores."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andy is always professional in his dealings with clients and other attorneys. He advocates fairly and zealously on behalf of his clients. He is one of the best mediators in DuPage County."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. Andy is an excellent advocate for his clients and is a pleasure to work with. He is effective, honest, and experienced."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Andy works hard for his clients and treats his opponents and colleagues with respect. He is a man of intergrity and I look forward to my opportunities to work with him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Andrew has an excellent reputation among his peers. He is very a competent and well respected member of the Bar."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked opposite with him on a collaborative dissolution case and he was prompt, professional and trustworthy."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Illinois Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2010
Lawyer.com Verified, Lawyer.com
2010
9.0/10, AVVO
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Partner, Esp Kreuzer Cores , LLP
1993 - 1996
Associate, HINSHAW & CULBERTSON LLP
Associations
2006 - Present
Collaborative Law Institute of IllinoisFellow
2006 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
1993 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
Will County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
TEC Committee - Illinois Collaborative Law InstituteCommittee Member
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Contempt, Petitions for Rule to Show and Discovery
Publications
1993