Andy Sotiropoulos

Andy Sotiropoulos

also known as A. Andy Sotiropoulos & Associates

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Oak Brook, IL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

2021 Midwest Drive, Suite 200, Oak Brook, IL

About Andy

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 26 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1999

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

A. Andy Sotiropoulos & Associates

2021 Midwest Drive, Suite 200, Oak Brook, IL, 60523

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Andy Sotiropoulos's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

102 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Andy presents important details to get your case dismissed!

Andy has navigated a situation for our family where a state trooper brought an unjustified case after a traffic stop. From first consult to the case dismissal he was always very responsive, respectful and detail oriented. Highly recommend his services to anybody.

Posted by John | December 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Respected and Trustworthy Attorney

I highly recommend Andy 's legal services. Andy is an experienced attorney, knowledgeable, reliable, honest, personable and delivers results. Andy was able to get my 16 yr old daughter's first traffic ticket dismissed. Could not have asked for anything more from Andy!

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional attorney

Exceptional attorney!! Much better result than expected! Highly recommend.

Posted by Kristin | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He will do everything he can for his clients

I hired Andy to navigate me through my second DUI charge. He is an expert in DUI/DWI and helped put me at ease throughout the process. Many attorneys will take your money and just show up, but Andy will try everything he can to get you the best possible outcome. I feel like he truly cares for his ...clients. Before I accepted a final plea in the courtroom, he took me aside me and gave me his honest feedback for my case. Because of his persistence, I was able to get a better outcome. I would certainly hire Andy again, but I hope I never have to!

Posted by Julian | November 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lawyer experience

Andy was there to help guide me through a tough unexpected life situation. Andy was able to fight for a better result than I could have expected, as I was hoping for the worst. Thanks again Andy.

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Andy Sotiropoulos's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Wirth

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andy is exceptional at DUI defense. I regularly refer clients to his office, and he always does an outstanding job. He is a top-tier attorney for DUI cases, with an absolute gift for fighting cases. He genuinely cares about his clients and their well-being. He wins summary suspension cases and beats DUI charges regularly. I have complete confidence that Andy does everything to win a case when I send a client to his office. He's an A+ player in his field."

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Maureen Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andy is a lawyer's lawyer - he is a good one to bounce ideas off of. He always has a brilliant answer, and he really knows his stuff. He's a very nice, compassionate person who is the champion of persons accused of crimes. He is one to have in your corner, as he is a fighter. Most defense attys talk a good talk, but he walks the walk. You will not be disappointed in him."

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Andrew Barone

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy is a highly intelligent, knowledgeable and effective lawyer. I have known Andy for over 30 years and I have always known him to be a conscientious and caring individual. You can count on Andy to get it done!"

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Dan Tsataros

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andy is an outstanding attorney! I have personally observed him in action on trial! He zealously represents his clients and wins! I would highly recommend Andy because he is honest, intelligent and dedicated to his clients!"

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Richard Manno

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Andy for over 20 years. We have consulted each other on cases many many times. I can say without hessitation that he is a dedicated, aggressive, Trial Lawyer who truly has the best interest of his clients at heart. It is a privilege to call him a colleague and a friend."

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R. Maritote

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"My practice focuses on civil litigation. My office staff knows Andy's number and give it out whenever a client calls with a criminal or traffic matter. It's automatic. We have that much confidence in him. Andy is a knowledgeable, passionate and zealous advocate who has never disappointed anyone we've sent him."

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Vincent Tucci

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"You could not ask for a more passionate and zealous advocate than Andy Sotiropoulos. He is well educated and versed in all aspects of criminal defense. He is fierce and dedicated to his craft. He is a seasoned trial lawyer with the ability to communicate with both opposing counsel, judges, and his clients. Andy's experience and confidence are key aspects to his success as an attorney and show in the results he obtains for his clients. He is always current on new developments on the law and is continually looking for better ways to develop his skills. If you or someone you know and love is arrested in the Chicago area for a criminal offense or a personal injury case you need to contact Andy Sotiropoulos."

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C. Matsas

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Andy. He is is highly qualified in his concentrated practice area of DUI and Criminal Defense law. With years of practice in this very technical area of law, he has gained the knowledge and experience to defend his clients and assist them in obtaining successful results. He exhibits the utmost in integrity and compassion for his clients. If you are looking for an attorney to assist in this area of law, look no further than this lawyer."

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Charles Rathburn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I Andy Sotiropolous is an outstanding DUI Defense Attorney. There are hundreds of attorneys who advertise they are DUI Defense attorneys. The truth is internet advertising allows anyone to make any claim. I have known Andy for nearly 20 years. We met at national DUI Defense training seminars and our friendship has continued to this day. If I have a question about anything Illinois related, I call Andy. If you or a loved one have a DUI case in the Chicagoland area, Andy should be your first call. As I mentioned before there are those who advertise they practice DUI Defense and then there is Andy, fighting every day to protect his clients. If you call anyone other than Andy, ask them what training they have on breath testing, blood testing, and field sobriety tests. Then ask them when is the last time (and how many times) they actually tried a DUI case to verdict. They won’t compare to Andy."

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Martin Lascola

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy is a very talented attorney. He is versed on all aspects of criminal defense, traffic, and DUI laws and is a fierce advocate for his clients. He is a fine negotiator and a skillful trial lawyer in instances when litigation is required. I endorse Mr. Sotiropolous without reservation."

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Debbie Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the pleasure of meeting Andy while I was a prosecutor and I am proud to say that Andy and I have continued our professional relationship for almost 20 years. Andy is one of the most diligent, prepared, fierce, intelligent, and caring attorneys around. As an ASA, when Andy told me he was going to trial, I knew I was in for a challenge as Andy finds every loophole and defense possible and leaves no stone unturned. He is a true advocate for his clients and professional in all realms. He maintains the utmost respect from judges, Assistant State’s Attorneys, fellow defense attorneys, Clerks and sheriffs. I highly recommend Andy and believe he’s one of the true few great defense attorneys ever and is an all around, incredible human being."

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Elizabeth Zougras

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Sotiropoulos is an excellent criminal law attorney to whom I have personally referred my own family and friends. He is a very experienced and knowledgeable attorney, who is prepared for every court appearance and hearing. He is extremely professional in the handling of his cases and has always maintained the highest ethical standards in his practice. His excellent reputation and high integrity speaks for itself!"

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Rosemary Kostopoulos

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy Sotiropoulos is an attorney that I happily endorse, as an upstanding member of the legal community and a strong advocate for clients."

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Joe Messineo

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy Sotiropoulos is a top notch attorney who is well respected by the entire legal community. This is an attorney that I would trust my family members and closest friends to, and whom I proudly endorse!"

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Kostas Kostopoulos

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andy Sotiropoulos is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Law Day Essay Panelist/Judge, Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois

2024

Leadership Award, National College for DUI Defense

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Professional Achievement Award - Legal, AHEPA (Woodlawn Chapter)

2017

Outstanding Achievement Award - Law, Society of Kaparelioton

1998

Meritorious Service Award, Hellenic Law Society

1996

Deans List, Touro Law Center

1995

School Service Award, Hellenic Bar Association

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Attorney/COO, A. Andy Sotiropoulos & Associates

Associations

2024 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2024 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Sustaining Member, Criminal Law & Practice Section

2023 - Present

American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association

Member

2019 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2019 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2000 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

State Delegate, Impaired Driving/Forensic Science Committee

1999 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Traffic Laws & Courts-Section Council, Newsletter Editor

2013 - 2016

Illinois State Soccer Association

Secretary-Legal Counsel

2003 - 2004

Chicago Bar Association

Chairman-Traffic Law Committee

1999 - 2024

Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois

Member

1997 - 1998

Hellenic Law Society

President

Sample of Legal Cases

People v OG

Dismissed

People v MC

Not Guilty on all counts

People v AJ

Drug DUI charge DISMISSED

People v YG

Motion to Suppress Evidence GRANTED

People v CD

Suspension RESCINDED

People v SO

One year Statutory Summary Suspension-RESCINDED

People v RC

Suspension RESCINDED

People v JD

THREE (3) YEAR Statutory Summary Suspension RESCINDED

People v TB

DUI REDUCED to Reckless Driving, 3 YEAR suspension RESCiNDED

People v YG

Six month suspension RESCINDED

People v CB

Six Month Statutory Summary Suspension RESCINDED

People v MK

All charges DISMISSED

People v JJ

Six month suspension RESCINDED

People v AS

NOT GUILTY on DUI

People v JN

Summary Suspension RESCINDED

People v CJ

6 month Statutory Summary Suspension RESCINDED

Second DUI

Won

DUI

Won

People v OG

Six Month Suspension RESCINDED

People v RZ

Six Month Statutory Summary Suspension Rescinded

People v DC

Six month Statutory Summary Suspension RESCINDED

DUI

Won

People v CS

Reduced to MISDEMEANOR

People v TP

One year Summary Suspension RESCINDED

People v SA

NOT GUILTY on DUI, Suspension RESCINDED

People v CR

NOT GUILTY on DUI

People v ES

NOT GUILTY

People v JA

NOT GUILTY

People v TO

NOT GUILTY on DUI

People v EA

NOT GUILTY

People v DR

NOT GUILTY on DUI. One year Statutory Summary Suspension RESCINDED

People v BK

NOT GUILTY on DUI, Summary Suspension RESCINDED

People v TR

Not Guilty

People v CS

NOT GUILTY on DUI

People v RR

NOT GUILTY on DUI charge. Rescission of THREE YEAR Statutory Summary Suspension.

People v EV

NOT GUILTY of DUI. 3 year suspension RESCINDED. Carrying a concealed weapon while dui-DISMISSED.

People v PJ

DUI reduced to petty Negligent Driving

People v DC

NOT GUILTY of DUI.

In re DR

Driving Privileges fully reinstated after hearing

People v DR

License fully REINSTATED after hearing.

People v PJ

DUI reduced to petty negligent driving. All other charges-DISMISSED.

People v Pedro Caraballo

Trial court jury verdict on dui with a BAC of .08 or above REVERSED

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Education

1999

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD

1991

University of Illinois, Chicago

BS Political Science

Speaking Engagements

2024

Law Day

Essay Competition

2018

Annual Conference

Immigration Issues Relating to DUI

2012

Annual Conference

Legal Issues Relating to Referee Attacks

2004

Annual Seminar

Hot Topics on DUI-Discovery in DUI cases

Publications

2024

James Publishing Innovative DUI Trial Tools

2024

The Champion magazine Common Errors in Administration of HGN

2024

NCDD Blog Police Errors in HGN

Languages

Greek

English

Activity

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