Andrew M. Engle

Partner

aengle@davisfriedman.com
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Andrew Engle practices family law with very positive ideas about helping his clients. He says "Although in most cases people are experiencing varying levels of personal turmoil, the right family law attorney can help them navigate the sometimes overwhelming legal system and achieve favorable outcomes." In addition to offering his clients top notch legal advice and strategies, Engle often finds himself serving the more emotional needs of his clients, as well. He explains, "I try to help people cope with their individual situations and overcome a difficult part of life with dignity and self-respect".

"I'm drawn to family law because I'm fascinated by the interaction of the law with psychology." Typically, prospective clients are dealing with issues that are both legally and emotionally complex. Engle says, "People have to grapple with the sadness, anger and disappointments that are often associated with divorce and custody cases, while making sound financial decisions and parenting agreements that best suit their families. It is my job to help guide clients through this difficult balance of managing their feelings and the business of divorce. My challenge is to reduce the emotions in the cases and help clients make thoughtful, intelligent and sensible decisions."

Engle says he always attempts to work amicably with opposing attorneys to settle cases as fairly and swiftly as possible. However, if there is litigation, he and his colleagues work tirelessly to achieve outstanding results. Engle is guided by his strong sense of ethics and responsibility to be a fierce advocate for each of his clients. He adds that "Davis Friedman has been a leading firm in the field of family law for decades. The legal experience and resources offered here are exceptional."

Engle has found, "Being a divorce lawyer puts my own life into perspective. I treasure the relationship I have with my wife and family." It is his caring attitude and dedication to his clients that motivates him every day. "My goal is to help people feel satisfied and content. At the end of the day, we are trying to restore hope and give people the tools they need to start the next chapters of their lives."

Engle's practice extends across Cook, Lake, Du Page, Will, McHenry, Kane and Kendall counties. His clients include physicians, lawyers, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, media figures, business owners, home-makers, teachers and union members, as well as their spouses.

Admitted to the Bar

2004, Illinois

Education

University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, 2000
Member, Men's Varsity Baseball Team

DePaul University College of Law, 2004

Awarded certification by the Family Law Program, 2003

Professional Memberships

Illinois State Bar Association

DePaul College of Law Family Law Advisory Board, Board Member

Community Involvement

JCYS-Jewish Council for Youth Services, Board Member

SHALVA-supporting domestic abuse crisis-counseling Advisory Board Member

Standard Club of Chicago, Chair of the Associates Committee, Membership Committee

Chicago Food Depository, Active Volunteer

Uptown Café Soup Kitchen, Active Volunteer

BNI Wildfire Business Networking Group, Member

Chicago Loop Professional Networking Group, Member

Accomplishments

SuperLawyers Rising Star, 2011-2012