Atty. Michael Robert Friedberg
Michael Robert Friedberg is a lawyer practicing administrative law, tax, corporate & incorporation and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 55+ Years Experience
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About Michael Robert Friedberg at a Glance
Michael Robert Friedberg is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on formation, trusts, estate planning, tax, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1971) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Robert Friedberg
- Michael Robert Friedberg is a lawyer practicing administrative law, tax, corporate & incorporation and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Michael practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Robert Friedberg's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Robert Friedberg handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business Formation in Chicago
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Trusts in Chicago
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Estate Planning & Probate in Chicago
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael Robert Friedberg is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael Robert Friedberg is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael Robert Friedberg is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Michael Robert Friedberg
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Robert Friedberg's practice in the field of formation, trusts, estate planning, tax, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Robert Friedberg brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, trusts, and estate planning, Michael Robert Friedberg can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Michael Robert Friedberg attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Robert Friedberg Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Robert Friedberg has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Robert Friedberg directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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