MICHAEL J. LEVY: PARTNER, BEERMANN LLP

Michael J. Levy, a Partner at Beermann LLP, has dedicated his legal career exclusively to family law, offering comprehensive counsel on matters such as divorce, legal separation, parenting disputes, child support, spousal maintenance, parental alienation, and domestic violence. His approach is characterized by a keen ability to translate clients’ desires into successful outcomes through tenacity and a deep understanding of the law.

Levy’s commitment to family law is deeply rooted in his personal and professional journey. Growing up on the North Shore and a New Trier graduate Class of 2008 with a father who was a prominent family law practitioner, he was exposed early to the intricacies of the field. However, it was during his externship with the Honorable Grace Dickler, former Presiding Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County’s Domestic Relations Division, that he truly appreciated the profound impact a dedicated family law attorney can have on divorcing parents and their children.

Beyond his practice, Levy contributes to the legal community as an adjunct professor at the University of Wisconsin Law School, sharing his expertise with aspiring attorneys. He also serves as Secretary of the Illinois State Bar Association’s Family Law Section Council for the 2025–2026 term, reflecting his leadership in shaping family law practice in Illinois.

Levy’s dedication and excellence have been recognized through accolades such as being named a Super Lawyers Illinois Rising Star from 2020 to 2025 and inclusion in the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys’ Top 10 Under 40. His holistic approach, combining legal acumen with genuine empathy, continues to make a significant difference in the lives of the families he serves.

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