Andrew Marc Engle

Andrew Marc Engle

4.6
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Marriage & Prenuptials

135 S. LaSalle, 36th Floor, Chicago, IL

About Andrew

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

Andrew M. Engle joined the partnership of Davis Friedman in October of 2010. From the time his legal career began in 2004, Engle has represented clients in all areas of family and matrimonial law, dispute resolution, drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, mediation, domestic violence, paternity cases, and contested litigation involving custody, maintenance, orders of protection, and child support. His practice extends across Cook, Lake, DuPage, Will, McHenry, Kane, and Kendall counties.

70%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Davis Friedman, LLP

135 S. LaSalle, 36th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60603

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Andrew Marc Engle's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sarah | October 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Divorce Counsel — Start to Finish

Highest recommendation for Andrew Engle and team. Andrew made an especially difficult time as easy as it could possibly be. I felt safe, confident, and truly heard—able to be completely honest about my needs and expectations without judgment. He was clear, steady, and relentlessly professional, alway...s looking out for my best interests. His team was fantastic—Sylvie, in particular, became a trusted confidant and an enormous help throughout the process. They were quick to respond, proactive with updates, and consistently prepared. I would recommend Andrew to my closest friends and family without hesitation for anyone going through this experience.

Posted by Julie | August 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing

I hired Mr. Engle for my daughter’s divorce. He took care of my daughter like family. He was there for us every step of the way. His communication was excellent. He always got back to my daughter and answered all of her questions. Very professional. I would highly recommend him and his team! We app...reciate all they did!

Posted by Vince | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Support & Advocacy – Andy Delivers!

Andy was exceptional throughout my divorce; always responsive, supportive, and incredibly professional. His bedside manner made a tough process easier, and I always felt like he had my back. He’s sharp, strategic, and truly cares about his clients. Andy's professionalism is evident in his meticulous ...attention to detail, his ability to anticipate potential issues, and his unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for his clients. He consistently demonstrated a high level of integrity and ethical standards, ensuring that every decision was made with my best interests in mind. If you need a divorce attorney who will fight for you while providing solid guidance, Andy is the one to trust!

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Bad attorney

I have nothing good to say about this attorney. My divorce was an extremely scarring situation.

Posted by Katherine | January 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fantastic lawyer

Andy is the lawyer you want to help you and your family in court! From his legal Knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail. I would highly recommend him and his team. It was very stress free. He is excellent at explaining the court process and always Responded quickly to any inquiries I had.... Being such a stressful time in my life Andy and his team made the process Very smooth and I am extremely grateful to him.

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Andrew Marc Engle's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy is a fierce opponent and zealous advocate. He is also very reasonable, professional and courteous. He is well respected in the community and has great court room as well as people skills. Just a quality person and attorney."

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Gary Waitzman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Andrew for many years. In that time I have sent more than a dozen clients to him. I have gotten wonderful feedback from every one. He is a bright, sensitive, caring and thorough professional in the family law area. He is also a classy and wonderful human being. I strongly endorse Andrew."

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Michael Goldsmith

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Having known and worked with Andrew for many years, I know his character and abilities in the law to be of the highest caliber. He is a compassionate counselor for his clients and a zealous advocate for them in the courtroom. I highly recommend Andrew."

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Jonathan Merel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the opportunity to oppose Andy on several family law cases. In each instance, Andy was a pleasure to work with and demonstrated the utmost integrity and professionalism throughout. He was a class act in every sense and I look forward to working with him again in the future, should the situation present itself."

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Joseph O'Brien

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Stewart Auslander

Child custody lawyer

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Jonathan Merel

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

40 under Forty, Chicago Law Bulletin

2011

Leadings Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network

2011

Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney / Partner, Davis Friedman, LLP

2004 - 2010

Attorney, Lake Toback

2002 - 2004

Law Clerk, Lake Toback & D'Arco

2001 - 2002

Summer Intern, Chausow Shafer, Gertler and Rosenbloom

Associations

2012 - Present

Shalva

Legal Liaison Board Member

2010 - Present

DePaul College of Law Family Law Advisory Board

Board Member

2013 - 2015

Standard Club

Board Member

Education

2000

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

IICLE, Speaker

"Addiction and Substance Abuse in Family Law"

2014

IICLE, Speaker

"Premarital and Post-Nuptial Agreements"

2012

IICLE, Speaker

"Ethics in Family Law Representation"

Languages

English

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