Atty. Thomas Mills Newman

Atty. Thomas Mills Newman

Thomas Mills Newman is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, child custody and 6 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Wheaton Wheaton 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Mills Newman at a glance

Thomas Mills Newman is a Senior Partner based in Wheaton, Illinois, practicing at Peregrine, Stime, Newman, Ritzman & Bruckner, Ltd.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1971). Educated at Indiana University at Bloomington (J.D., 1971) and DePauw University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of DuPage County (Chairman, Legal Aid Committee, 1975-1976 Member, Judiciary Committee, 2000-2001) and Illinois State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Wheaton, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Mills Newman is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, child custody and 6 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Thomas practices at Peregrine, Stime, Newman, Ritzman & Bruckner, Ltd. in Wheaton, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Mills Newman's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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

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Child Custody & Visitation

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Thomas Mills Newman is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Wheaton 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 Mills Newman

Where is Thomas Mills Newman's law office located?
Thomas Mills Newman's law practice is located in Wheaton, Illinois. The firm is Peregrine, Stime, Newman, Ritzman & Bruckner, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Mills Newman handle?
Thomas Mills Newman focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Mills Newman practiced law?
Thomas Mills Newman has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Thomas Mills Newman go to law school?
Thomas Mills Newman earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Thomas Mills Newman for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Mills Newman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Mills Newman received?
Thomas Mills Newman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University at Bloomington
- 1971
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1971

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