Atty. Paul E. Freehling

Atty. Paul E. Freehling

Paul E. Freehling is a lawyer practicing arbitration, commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul E. Freehling at a glance

Paul E. Freehling is a Senior Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on business, trade secrets, employment contracts, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Sixth, Seventh and Eighth C (1962). Educated at Harvard Law School (LL.B., 1962) and Harvard University (A.B., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul E. Freehling is a lawyer practicing arbitration, commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law
  • Paul received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Paul practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul E. Freehling's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul E. Freehling handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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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 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 Paul E. Freehling

Where is Paul E. Freehling's law office located?
Paul E. Freehling's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul E. Freehling handle?
Paul E. Freehling focuses on business, trade secrets, employment contracts, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul E. Freehling practiced law?
Paul E. Freehling has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Paul E. Freehling go to law school?
Paul E. Freehling earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (A.B., 1959).
How can I contact Paul E. Freehling for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul E. Freehling received?
Paul E. Freehling's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard Law School
- 1962
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia, Sixth, Seventh and Eighth C
Admitted: 1962

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