Thomas L. Beam

Thomas L. Beam

Denver, CO recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025
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20 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Railroad Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Denver.

Biography

Tom concentrates on complex litigation matters, including wrongful death, toxic tort, asbestos, insurance defense, and product liability. In addition, Tom has a particular emphasis on railroad litigation, including Federal Employers’ Liability Act (“FELA”) cases.

Tom joined the Law Firm of Knudsen, Berkheimer, Richardson & Endacott in 1987 and was made partner in 1991. While in Nebraska, he also served as Adjunct Professor in Trial Advocacy, Evidence and Civil Clinic at the University of Nebraska College of Law.

Tom moved to Colorado in 1993 and served as Managing Partner of the Knudsen, Berkheimer, Richardson & Endacott Colorado Office. Tom joined Hall & Evans as a Special Counsel in March of 1999 and became a Member on October 1, 2000. Tom received his Juris Doctor from the University of Nebraska where he graduated with distinction. He was also the Managing Editor of the Nebraska Law Review and was selected for membership in the Order of Coif and Order of Barristers.

Tom is a frequent speaker at various Railroad Claims and Litigation Conferences and also made an appearance on the NBC Today Show.

Hall & Evans LLC

20 Best Lawyers awards

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Overview

  • University of Nebraska – Lincoln, graduated 1978
  • University of Nebraska - Lincoln College of Law, graduated 1987

  • Nebraska, Nebraska State Bar Association, 1987
  • Colorado, Colorado Bar Association, 1988

  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
  • U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
  • Nebraska, Nebraska State Bar Association, 1987
  • Colorado, Colorado Bar Association, 1988
  • University of Nebraska – Lincoln, graduated 1978
  • University of Nebraska - Lincoln College of Law, graduated 1987
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska
  • U.S. District Court, District of Colorado

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2026 - Railroad Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Railroad Law, Denver (2026)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Railroad Law

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