Thomas T. Field
BEERMANN LLP • Chicago, IL
Child CustodyDivorce & SeparationGeneral PracticePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(312) 779-6572
Address
161 North Clark Street Suite 3000, Chicago, IL, 60601, US
Professional
About
Thomas T. Field is a distinguished attorney based in Chicago, IL, recognized for his dedication to serving clients in the realms of Divorce and Separation, Child Custody, Marriage and Prenuptials, and Family Law. As an Equity Partner at Beermann LLP, where he has been a pivotal member of the Executive Committee since 2006, Thomas combines legal acumen with a compassionate approach to family dynamics, ensuring that his clients feel supported and understood during their most challenging times. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, Thomas earned his Juris Doctor from the Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2001, followed by an MBA from the Stuart School of Business at the Illinois Institute of Technology in 2002. His extensive experience spans over two decades, beginning with his role as Assistant General Counsel at Resource Trading Group, and later as an Associate at Katz Goldstein & Warren. His leadership as Head of the Family Law Department at Beermann LLP from 2006 to 2021 solidified his reputation as a trusted advisor in the field. Thomas is consistently recognized for his expertise, having been named a Super Lawyer in 2026 and repeatedly listed among the Best Lawyers in America for Family Law and Family Law Arbitration. Additionally, he was honored in 2025 as one of the Top 500 Dealmakers in America by Lawdragon. With a firm belief in the importance of tailored legal strategies, Thomas is committed to achieving the best outcomes for his clients, advocating for their rights and interests with unwavering resolve. His client-focused approach ensures that each individual receives personalized attention and expert guidance throughout their legal journey.
About Child Custody Law
Child custody attorneys help parents establish and modify custody arrangements. They advocate for the best interests of children in custody disputes. Common matters include custody disputes, visitation rights, custody modifications, parenting plans.
Credentials
Education
2002 Stuart School of Business/Illinois Institute of Technology M.B.A. 2001 Chicago-Kent College of Law/Illinois Institute of Technology JD - Juris Doctor 1998 University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign BS - Bachelor of Science cum laude
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2026 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2025 Family Law and Family Law Arbitration, Best Lawyers in America 2025 TOP 500 DEALMAKERS IN AMERICA, Lawdragon 2025 TOP 500 LEADING FAMILY LAWYERS IN AMERICA, Lawdragon 2024 Best Lawyer - Family Law and Family Law Arbitration, Best Lawyers in America
Publications
2014 Divorce360 I'm pregnant and thinking about filing for divorce. What do I need to know? (And yes, the baby is his.) 2014 Divorce360 Reduction of Child Support Payments 2014 Divorce360 I'm divorced with joint custody. I want to pull my son out of his pricey private school. I've started to see early warning signs of brat-dom and I want to nip it in the bud. My ex disagrees. Who gets to decide? 2014 Fidelity Family Offices Prenuptial Agreements 2014 Lake County Docket Equitable Adoption
Associations
2023 - Present International Academy of Family Lawyers (U.S. chapter) Fellow 2020 - Present American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators Founding Member 2008 - Present Chicago Professional Network Member/Co-Founder 2007 - Present JCYS Past President 2003 - Present Deerfield Bannockburn Riverwoods Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Speaking
2017 Chicago Bar Association Asset Protection Committee Divorce Financials: DIscovery, Debts and Dividing Assets 2015 Lake County Bar Association, Family Law Committee Treatment of Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Awards in Divorce Cases 2014 Lake County Bar Association, Family Law Conference Equitable Adoption 2014 IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law Alumni CLE Series Current Issues in Family Law 2014 Fidelity Family Offices Webinar Prenuptial Agreements--Insuring Your Future
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Updated: Aug 06, 2026