Atty. Thomas Matthew Benson

Atty. Thomas Matthew Benson

Thomas Matthew Benson is a lawyer practicing car accidents, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law. Thomas has been licensed for 23 years.

Rock Island Rock Island 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (309) 786-1622 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Thomas Matthew Benson at a glance

Thomas Matthew Benson is a car accidents, dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, and personal injury attorney based in Rock Island, Illinois. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003). Educated at Northern Illinois University College of Law (Juris Doctor, 2003). Serands clients in Rock Island, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas Matthew Benson is a lawyer practicing car accidents, divorce & separation, child custody and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas has been licensed for 23 years
  • Thomas practices in Rock Island, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Matthew Benson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Matthew Benson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Matthew Benson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

DUI / DWI Defense

Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.

Thomas Matthew Benson is one of 29,977 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Illinois →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Thomas Matthew Benson is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Illinois →

Child Custody & Visitation

Thomas Matthew Benson is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Thomas Matthew Benson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rock Island are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Matthew Benson

Where is Thomas Matthew Benson's law office located?
Thomas Matthew Benson's law practice is located in Rock Island, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Matthew Benson handle?
Thomas Matthew Benson focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Matthew Benson practiced law?
Thomas Matthew Benson has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Thomas Matthew Benson go to law school?
Thomas Matthew Benson earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 2003).
How can I contact Thomas Matthew Benson for a consultation?
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Education

Juris Doctor
Northern Illinois University College of Law
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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