Best Lawyers logo
  • Lawyers
  • Methodology
  • NEW! Ones to Watch
  • Partnerships
  • Nominate a Lawyer
  • Log In
  • Lawyers
    • Advanced Search
    • COVID-19 Assistance
    • Featured Ones to Watch
    • Lawyer of the Year
    • Highlighted Lawyers
    • Nominate a Lawyer
  • Methodology
    • Overview
    • Ones to Watch
    • Editorial Timelines
    • Practice Areas
    • Publicizing Guidelines
    • FAQ
  • Publications
    • Connecticut
    • Injury & Malpractice
    • Pennsylvania
    • Georgia
    • Colorado
    • Family Law
    • New York Area
    • Canada
    • South Florida
    • Southern California
    • Northern California
    • Tampa
    • Midwest
  • Legal Insights
    • Featured Articles
    • In the News
    • Advisory Board
    • Meet the Board
    • Press & Events
  • About
    • Global Presence
    • Company History
    • Leadership
  • Ones to Watch
  • Partnerships
  • Nominate a Lawyer
  • Log In Log In
  • Nominate a Lawyer
  • Log In

Lawyer Profile

Image of John M. D'Arco

John M. D'Arco

Beermann LLP
  • Recognized Since:
    2015
  • Recognized in:
    Family Law
  • Law School:
    John Marshall Law School
  • Website:
    http://www.beermannlaw.com
  • Location:
    161 North Clark Street, Suite 3000
    Chicago, IL 60601

Known nationwide to prominent figures or their spouses from the business, professional sports and entertainment communities, John M. D’Arco is recognized for handling the most complex and contentious family law disputes in matters pertaining to divorce, custody, complex division of assets, child and spousal support, paternity and business valuation while maintaining the privacy needs of his diverse clientele.  He is known for his financial and business acumen, keen sense of the divorce law governing the practice, unparalleled experience litigating and negotiating countless high stakes divorce and family law matters, exceptional trial litigation skills, and the ability to get results for his clients while maintaining the sanctity and privacy of the family.

While a tenacious divorce and family law litigator, Mr. D’Arco is no stranger to what divorce can do to a family, as he was a child who witnessed and experienced his parents divorcing when he was at the young age of 10. Mr. D’Arco’s primary goal is to assist his clients in resolving difficult family matters and helping them move forward with their lives in a dignified and respectful manner.  Recognizing that not every situation requires a courtroom, Mr. D’Arco resolves some cases through negotiation, as warranted by the particular circumstances of a case and the client’s individual needs.

His work to diverse clients regularly earns him praise for the ability to bring calm to the storm and for the individual attention, care and sensitivity he brings to each case. Mr. D’Arco is renowned among his peers for his outstanding ethical standards and commitment to resolving complex legal issues with minimal conflict.

In recognition for his work in divorce and family law, Mr. D’Arco has been honored by many legal organizations, including The Leading Lawyers Network (awarded Leading Lawyer recognition consecutively each year since 2008) and Super Lawyers Magazine (awarded Super Lawyers recognition consecutively each year since 2010). His peers selected him as an Illinois Super Lawyer in the area of Family Law; a recognition designated to the top 5% of lawyers in Illinois, and was featured in Super Lawyers and Chicago Magazine. In addition, Mr. D’Arco has been listed consecutively each year, since 2015, in the “Best Lawyers in America,” the oldest and most respected peer-reviewed publication of its kind.

A well-known authority in his field and well-respected among his peers, Mr. D’Arco is a frequent speaker on family law, business valuations, trial procedure, evidence and the law. 

Continue Reading
  • Lawyer Bio
  • Client Comments
  • Firm Details

Lawyer Bio

Known nationwide to prominent figures or their spouses from the business, professional sports and entertainment communities, John M. D’Arco is recognized for handling the most complex and contentious family law disputes in matters pertaining to divorce, custody, complex division of assets, child and spousal support, paternity and business valuation while maintaining the privacy needs of his diverse clientele.  He is known for his financial and business acumen, keen sense of the divorce law governing the practice, unparalleled experience litigating and negotiating countless high stakes divorce and family law matters, exceptional trial litigation skills, and the ability to get results for his clients while maintaining the sanctity and privacy of the family.

While a tenacious divorce and family law litigator, Mr. D’Arco is no stranger to what divorce can do to a family, as he was a child who witnessed and experienced his parents divorcing when he was at the young age of 10. Mr. D’Arco’s primary goal is to assist his clients in resolving difficult family matters and helping them move forward with their lives in a dignified and respectful manner.  Recognizing that not every situation requires a courtroom, Mr. D’Arco resolves some cases through negotiation, as warranted by the particular circumstances of a case and the client’s individual needs.

His work to diverse clients regularly earns him praise for the ability to bring calm to the storm and for the individual attention, care and sensitivity he brings to each case. Mr. D’Arco is renowned among his peers for his outstanding ethical standards and commitment to resolving complex legal issues with minimal conflict.

In recognition for his work in divorce and family law, Mr. D’Arco has been honored by many legal organizations, including The Leading Lawyers Network (awarded Leading Lawyer recognition consecutively each year since 2008) and Super Lawyers Magazine (awarded Super Lawyers recognition consecutively each year since 2010). His peers selected him as an Illinois Super Lawyer in the area of Family Law; a recognition designated to the top 5% of lawyers in Illinois, and was featured in Super Lawyers and Chicago Magazine. In addition, Mr. D’Arco has been listed consecutively each year, since 2015, in the “Best Lawyers in America,” the oldest and most respected peer-reviewed publication of its kind.

A well-known authority in his field and well-respected among his peers, Mr. D’Arco is a frequent speaker on family law, business valuations, trial procedure, evidence and the law. 

Read more on firm website
  • Education
  • Award List

Education:

  • John Marshall Law School , J.D., graduated 1995
  • University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, B.S., graduated 1991

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in:

  • Family Law
 

Lawyer Client Comments

Firm Details

Image for Beermann LLP
Beermann LLP
http://www.beermannlaw.com
 
Headquarters
161 North Clark Street, Suite 3000
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 621.9700
2 Office Locations
in 1 Country

United States

United States

Illinois

Illinois

Bannockburn, IL

2275 Half Day Road, Suite 350

Bannockburn, IL 60015

United States

(847) 681.9600

Get Directions

 
Add Comment
In making your comments, please do not refer to a pending legal matter.
(*) Required Fields
There was an error during saving, please try again.
If you continue to get this message, please contact us at info@bestlawyers.com or 803.648.0300 for assistance.
Please complete the captcha then submit.
Your comment was saved successfully!
Thank you for your feedback.
  • Find a Lawyer
  • Nominate a Lawyer
  • Legal Insights
  • Contact Us
Lawyers 
  • Advanced Search
  • COVID-19 Assistance
  • Featured Ones to Watch
  • Lawyer of the Year
  • Highlighted Lawyers
  • Nominate a Lawyer
  • Find a Lawyer
Methodology
  • Overview
  • Ones to Watch
  • Editorial Timelines
  • Practice Areas
  • Publicizing Guidelines
  • FAQ
Publications
  • Business Editions
  • Regional Editions
  • Partnerships
  • Become a Contributor
Legal Insights
  • Featured Articles
  • In the News
  • Advisory Board
  • Meet the Board
  • Press & Events
  • Best Law Firms
  • Subscribe
About
  • Global Presence
  • Company History
  • Leadership
  • Founders
  • Press Releases
  • Testimonials
  • Contact Us
  • Careers
My Account
  • Log In
  • Store
  • Marketing Guidance
Best Lawyers Best Lawyers logo +1-803-648-0300
801 Broad Street, Suite 950 Augusta, GA 30901
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn
  • Facebook
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Lawyer Directory
  • Best Law Firms

© 2010-2021 Best Lawyers — All Rights Reserved.

BL Icon

LEGAL INSIGHTS

by Best Lawyers®



Get the latest insights on the news, trends, and people that shape the global legal field with our weekly email digest.




Subscribe



PRIVACY POLICY

Thank you for subscribing.