Atty. Richard Berthold Weil

Atty. Richard Berthold Weil

Richard Berthold Weil is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, corporate law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law. Richard Berthold has been licensed for 57 years.

Chicago Chicago 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About Richard Berthold Weil at a glance

Richard Berthold Weil is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Weil, Freiburg & Petersen, P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, tax, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969). Educated at Northwestern University J.D. B.S.B.A (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Berthold Weil is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, corporate law, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard Berthold has been licensed for 57 years
  • Richard Berthold practices at Weil, Freiburg & Petersen, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Berthold Weil's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Berthold Weil handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Richard Berthold Weil is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Richard Berthold Weil

Where is Richard Berthold Weil's law office located?
Richard Berthold Weil's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Weil, Freiburg & Petersen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Berthold Weil handle?
Richard Berthold Weil focuses on estate planning, employment, business, tax, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard Berthold Weil practiced law?
Richard Berthold Weil has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Richard Berthold Weil go to law school?
Richard Berthold Weil earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Richard Berthold Weil for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Berthold Weil received?
Richard Berthold Weil's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Northwestern University J.D. B.S.B.A
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969

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