Atty. David Michael Friebus

Atty. David Michael Friebus

David Michael Friebus is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, appellate practice and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from St.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About David Michael Friebus at a glance

David Michael Friebus is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2003), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2004), Illinois (2005), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (2006). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 2003) and St. John's College (B.A., 1995). Active member of Illinois State Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin National Association of College and University Attorneys. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Michael Friebus is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, appellate practice and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from St. John's College in 1995, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • David practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Friebus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Michael Friebus handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Chicago 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 David Michael Friebus

Where is David Michael Friebus's law office located?
David Michael Friebus's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker & Hostetler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Friebus handle?
David Michael Friebus focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has David Michael Friebus practiced law?
David Michael Friebus has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did David Michael Friebus go to law school?
David Michael Friebus earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact David Michael Friebus for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin
- 2003
B.A.
St. John's College
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2004
Illinois
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 2006

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