James M. Quigley Beermann Law

James M. Quigley Beermann Law Highly regarded as one of the most prominent family law attorneys in Illinois, James M. Quigley has

09/01/2026

When something in a case shifts direction, I don’t let it sit unaddressed. I bring the client in, sit down face to face, and walk through exactly what’s changing and why.

People handle uncertainty a lot better when they understand the purpose behind a decision. Once they see how a change connects to the bigger goal, it stops feeling like a setback and starts feeling like part of the plan.

Considering your options in a divorce or custody matter? Link in bio to schedule a consultation and find out what to expect.

08/31/2026

A case isn’t really about the case. It’s about what comes after it.

The hope is that whatever you’re working toward is something bigger and better: peace, strong relationships, being present for the people who matter most. Watching your kids grow, build their own lives, maybe have families of their own one day.

That’s the perspective I try to hold onto, for myself and for my clients. The legal process is temporary. What you’re building your life toward isn’t.

Focused on your future? Link in bio to schedule a consultation.

08/27/2026

Remember your end goal. Battles matter less than winning the war.

08/26/2026

Divorce brings out a competitive side in a lot of people. It’s an emotional process, and I understand the instinct to want to come out on top.

But when kids are involved, it’s worth stepping back for a moment. What are they seeing? What are you showing them about how to handle conflict?

Think about where you want to be years from now. Will you be able to sit next to your former spouse at your daughter’s wedding? That question changes how people approach the entire process.

If you’re navigating custody or divorce and want to protect your family’s future, link in bio to schedule a consultation.

08/24/2026

Family law isn’t just about the formula, what the statute says or how the numbers work out.

I want my clients to come out of this process with something more than a resolution. I want them to have a sense of rebirth, a real look toward a future that feels positive again.

It’s like a plant just starting to sprout. You’re not fully there yet, but you’re on your way. My job isn’t done when the case ends. It’s done when you’re ready to flower and go do your thing.

Ready to talk through your options? Link in bio to schedule a consultation.

08/22/2026

Our newest furry family member named Willow and I started our Saturday morning taking in some fresh air and a little perspective. 🐾

There’s something grounding about mornings like that, especially after a week spent helping people through some of the hardest moments of their lives. Out there, you really gain an appreciation for farmers and just how hard they work, right up there with divorce attorneys, if you ask me.

Hope your weekend has had its own version of that, whatever that looks like for you.

And as my sweatshirt said this morning: raise your game. 💪

"Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, and others make it happen" - Michael JordanGrateful for anoth...
08/20/2026

"Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, and others make it happen" - Michael Jordan

Grateful for another year of making things happen to help families in the throes of divorce.

Grateful for my team and colleagues at our firm, Beerman LLP.

And grateful to be included in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for Family Law.

What are you going to make happen before the end of the year?

08/19/2026

Saying you’ve tried a lot of cases doesn’t mean much on its own. The real question is whether you’re good at it.

Do you understand the rules of evidence well enough to use them, not just follow them? Can you tell when a judge has actually stopped listening, when the pencil goes down or the typing stops? That’s the moment you know you’ve lost them, and you have to adjust.

The same goes for a witness on the other side. Getting them to walk through the story you need, even when they don’t want to help you, takes more than knowing the law.

That’s the part of trial work that doesn’t show up on a resume. It’s a skill, and it’s one you build over years, not one you’re born with.

If you’re preparing for trial and want an honest read on your case, click the link in bio.

08/19/2026

Every family law client feels the urgency of their case, and for good reason. It’s their life, their kids, their future being decided.

I get emails at 3 a.m. from people who are up, distressed, needing answers. That kind of urgency doesn’t go away no matter how long you’ve done this work.

They get answers, even if I’m in trial and can’t respond - because I’ve built out a team of strong lawyers as an equity partner at Beerman, LLP. My team is in touch with them and if something needs to be drafted, researched, or handled across town, there’s a person in my group ready for that.

Building a team wasn’t about doing less. It was about making sure someone is always there when a client needs it.

Dealing with something urgent in your case? Reach out, my team and I are here to help.

08/17/2026

Trial day. My client had one decision left to make.

I told her the truth: I’ve read the room, I’ve tried enough cases to know when the numbers are in our favor. She could push for more and drag things out, or she could take the win sitting right in front of her.

She trusted the call. And when the other side caved, she knew it was the right one.

That’s the job. Not just knowing the law. Knowing when enough is enough.

Facing a big decision in your case? Send me a DM, happy to talk through it.

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Chicago, IL
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