Andrew Cook
Andrew Cook
Associate
He/Him
"I like to connect with clients on a personal level. Understanding their unique situation and needs ensures I can develop a tailored strategy to best accomplish their goals."
Andrew Cook
Associate
He/Him
"I like to connect with clients on a personal level. Understanding their unique situation and needs ensures I can develop a tailored strategy to best accomplish their goals."
About Andrew
Andrew represents employers in all phases of litigation at the state and federal levels, focusing on complex labor and employment matters. He helps resolve issues related to unlawful harassment, discrimination, retaliation, failure to accommodate, unequal pay, and violations of minimum wage or overtime pay laws. In addition, he provides counsel on workplace safety, benefits, internal investigations, restrictive covenants, executive compensation, contracts, training, and the development of employee handbooks.
Andrew's Affiliations
- Chicago Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
Areas of Focus
Services:
Recognition
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, University of Illinois Chicago Law Review, Administrative Editor; Moot Court Honors Council; Trial Advocacy and Dispute Resolution Honors Council; Dean’s List
Credentials
Education
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, JD, magna cum laude, 2024
- Walden University, BA, cum laude, 2021
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
Court Admissions
- US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Thought Leadership
Publications
- "Illinois BIPA: A Litigation Nightmare for Employers," 57, University of Illinois Chicago Law Review, 363, 2024
Interests
Did you know...
Andrew especially enjoys exploring the city's culinary scene with his wife. He is a devoted fan of the Chicago Bulls and enjoys working on his golf skills when he can.
Community/Civic Activities
- Andrew previously worked as an adolescent substance abuse counselor and currently volunteers at behavioral health and substance abuse facilities.
Thought Leadership
Publications
- "Illinois BIPA: A Litigation Nightmare for Employers," 57, University of Illinois Chicago Law Review, 363, 2024
