About Beermann LLP

The Family Law Firm That Cares

Beermann LLP has been a leader in divorce and family law since 1958. Founded by Miles N. Beermann and Nathan B. Swerdlove, the firm began as a small neighborhood office in Chicago and has since grown into a premier law firm with over 50 attorneys across two offices, serving clients throughout Illinois. With decades of experience, Beermann LLP provides tailored legal representation for each client. The firm’s size and resources allow attorneys to build strategic legal teams, supported by experienced paralegals and staff, to ensure efficiency and personalized attention. The firm represents a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, business professionals, athletes, and public figures, while maintaining discretion and integrity.

Beermann LLP handles cases of all complexities, from high-stakes litigation to negotiated settlements and appeals. Clients receive dedicated representation focused on achieving favorable outcomes, financial security, and peace of mind. With a reputation for excellence in the courtroom and a commitment to client service, Beermann LLP remains the trusted choice for individuals navigating family law matters.

 

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2.8
Value for Money
2.6
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 29, 2013
Hired Attorney James Quigley

I followed James' advice and ended up paying thousands more in maintenance "for life" than I should to my ex. Far more in child support than I should have. He had little understanding of complex financial matters concerning my business. I had to go back to court for a visitation issue and hired a different attorney. When my new attorney looked at my case he confirmed what my gut told me, that I was paying too much. I ended up getting my support lowered by $6000 a month. I look back and

 
Family Law
Posted by Feliza
June 24, 2025
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I was a client of Beermann LLP for over a decade and paid hundreds of thousands in fees. I switched counsel after discovering the firm was named in a federal lawsuit involving our judge and Jonathan Steele who was representing me at the time—something they never disclosed, even as it harmed my case. When I tried to resolve my bill in good faith, I was ignored, then blindsided with a retaliatory fee petition. Tom Field repeatedly over-billed me and is known for bragging about how much he bills each month. He also made flirtatious and inappropriate remarks throughout our attorney-client relationship, which I tolerated only out of fear of losing competent counsel. When I filed a complaint with the ARDC, they hired a high-powered firm to submit a misleading rebuttal—an effort to discredit me rather than take responsibility. This firm prioritizes ego and billing over ethics and client care. Avoid them.

 
Divorce
Posted by Richard
August 13, 2024
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Racist Beermann LLP - 49 Chicago lawyers, not 1 Black. https://luthmann.substack.com/p/the-children-are-coming-chicago-family Sham scholarship for Judge Boyd in the domestic relations division of Cook County court.

Divorce
Posted by anonymous
July 20, 2021
Hired Law Firm

Truly tragic these people are allowed to practice. I was shocked not only at their lack of ethics, strategic ability and lack of effort but true lack of understanding of an effective process I feel bad my first lawyer became so sick and did not practice anymore but he did expose me to what a good lawyer is. I would have been seriously damaged if beerman and company would have run the show.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 15, 2019

Enrico Mirabelli intentionally liesd to me, with held fundamentally important information from me and lied in writihg to the courts. I am in Federal court with a subpoena for the FBI to produce their records on the ongoing investigation.

Child Custody
Posted by anonymous
August 16, 2017
Hired Attorney James Quigley

One star because zero is not an option. Please consider this a warning and do not waste your money on this expensive and ineffective firm especially James Quigley. The associate in my case was the one who knew all the details. James rarely met with me or took the time to read or respond to my emails. Yet, he was the one who spoke in court and was clueless as to what was going on in my case. I have had two independent attorneys look at my case and they both said malpractice.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 29, 2014

Enrico Mirabelli represented me in my divorce. My wife and I were adopting 3-children at the time. I ended up with not one dime out of over $ 7,000,000 dollars. This sociopath asked for a kick-back from me and when I refused he tanked my case.

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  • Family Law 4
    • Divorce
    • Domestic Violence
    • Divorce Process
    • Parental Rights
  • Appellate Practice 1
    • Appeals
  • Other 5
    • Financial Issues
    • Prenuptial & Postnuptial Marital Agreements
    • Post-Decree Issues
    • Sports & Entertainment Family Law
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161 N. Clark Street, Suite 3000Chicago, IL 60601U.S.A.

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