My firm is here for your protection, first and foremost. If you have been accused or arrested for criminal activity, we provide the best representation. Our skilled criminal defense team practices aggressive, proactive and highly-creative defense strategies to protect your rights. Why? Because we know there are thousands of innocent people spending time in prison for something they didn't do! The driving force behind this law firm is our desire to protect your rights and your liberty. Our results are outstanding. In fact quite often our experience in the courtroom ensures that many cases avoid the necessity of everhaving to go to trial. Our extensive relationships with the prosecutors, courtroom personnel and the judiciary resuilt in numerous charges being dismissed entirely or at the very least having your charges reduced so as to avoid ANY prison or jail incarceration and avoiding ANY criminal record that would affect future employment, education, the ability to obtain housing or even obtaining a loan from a financial institution.
Each criminal case is unique, and only an experienced specialist can anticipate the infinite variables in every criminal case. We provide the type of representation that a criminal defendant needs to successfully protect their rights. The truth is, no matter what the person's intelligence or educational background, the criminal justice system makes it virtually impossible to do a competent job of representing oneself. That’s our job. We have represented thousands of clients in Cook, Lake, DuPage, Will, McHenry and Kane counties, in addition to Federal Courts in Illinois.
Regardless of who you employ for legal representation, allow us to offer this piece of advice:you should strongly avoid discussing your case or signing any statements against your interest without having an experienced criminal defense attorney at your side. As you may be aware, any statement made can and will be used against you by the prosecution.
Additionally, you would be well-advised to avoid entering a plea of guilty on any offense without the sound advice of a defense attorney. It makes no difference whether the crime is a small misdemeanor or a serious felony. Any conviction on your criminal record may have adverse affects to your future employment.
It may seem dauting at first, but contacting an attorney at the very beginning of a case can be the smartest move you make. We are available 24/7 to provide you with a FREE consultation with no obligation. Mr. Freidberg will provide you with general guidance and straight forward answers to the questions that are probably going through your mind right now. CALL US: 312-560-7100
Practice areas
I practice mainly in the area of criminal defense, specifically in the Cook and DuPage County areas.
27 years
27 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1995 | 03/06/2022 |
TX | Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative | 1995 | 02/17/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Chicago - Top 20 | Expertise | 2017 |
Best DUI Lawyers in Chicago | Expertise | 2017 |
Client's Choice Award 2017 | Avvo | 2017 |
Client's Choice Award 2016 | Avvo | 2016 |
A+ Rating | BBB | 2015 |
Client's Choice Award 2015 | Avvo | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Client's Choice Award 2014 | Avvo | 2014 |
Client's Choice Award 2013 | Avvo | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President/Owner | David L. Freidberg, P.C. | 2000 - Present |
Attorney | Pierce & Associates, PC | 1996 - 2000 |
Attorney | Laser Pokorny Schwartz Friedman & Economos | 1995 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Women's Criminal Defense Bar Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
Illinois Criminal Defense Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2005 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois | Member | 1998 - Present |
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin | Member | 1998 - Present |
United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois | Member | 1998 - Present |
United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois | Member | 1998 - Present |
Phi Alpha Delta | Treasurer | 1993 - 1994 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Chicago Lawyer Magazine | 2015 Changes to Illinois Criminal Laws | 2015 |
Chicago Tribune | Criminal Sexual Abuse | 2015 |
chicagocriminallawyerblog | Chicago Piloting Use of Body Cameras | 2015 |
Lawyer Journal | How to Expunge or Seal Your Criminal Background | 2013 |
Lawyers.com | Gang Members Arrested After Friending Cop on Facebook | 2012 |
Lawyers.com | Demystifying the Law: Criminal Probation & Parole | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St. Mary's University | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
University of Texas at Austin | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1992 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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United States Bankruptcy Conference | Adversary Proceedings Regarding Dischargeability | 2004 |
Case name | Outcome |
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94CRXXXXX | Murder Conviction SEALED! |
Unlawful Use of Weapon Conviction Vacated | Conviction Vacated |
06C3#0XXXXX - Gun Conviction Vacated | Gun Conviction Vacated, Case Dismissed |
19 OP 756XX | Stalking/No Contact Order DENIED |
18 OP 79XXX | Stalking/No Contact Order DENIED |
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Jorie Johnson, Expungement Attorney on Aug 21, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is a thorough and caring attorney committed to helping individuals clear their records within Cook County, Illinois. I am proud to be in his group of peers.
Rosemary Kostopoulos, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
David Freidberg is an attorney that I happily endorse, as an upstanding member of the legal community and a strong advocate for clients.
Jorie Johnson, Expungement Attorney on Aug 21, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is a thorough and caring attorney committed to helping individuals clear their records within Cook County, Illinois. I am proud to be in his group of peers.
Rosemary Kostopoulos, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
David Freidberg is an attorney that I happily endorse, as an upstanding member of the legal community and a strong advocate for clients.
Joe Messineo, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
David Freidberg is a top notch attorney who is well respected by the entire legal community. This is an attorney that I would trust my family members and closest friends to, and whom I proudly endorse!
Kostas Kostopoulos, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2017
Relationship: Worked together on matter
David Freidberg is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!
Robert Deters, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 20, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I know David to be a hard worker and I have been happy to refer him cases in Chicago when I don't travel to those areas. He is competent and approachable and you will not be disappointed in your representation if you hire him. I heartily endorse David!
David Abels, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer, and I have referred several people to his office with criminal law issues. He is always responsive and works hard.
Moe Ahmad, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. David is an excellent attorney. He is hard working, professional and passionate. He knows how to protect his client's rights and fights hard for his client's. I fully endorse David.
Marie Taraska, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is an excellent attorney who fights very hard for his clients and always obtains the best possible result. Any individual would be fortunate to have David as their attorney.
Nicole Sartori, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I trust David to handle my Cook County criminal cases referrals. He is well respected in the legal community.
Matthew Fakhoury, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Charles Schierer, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I recommend David to anyone who is in the need for a criminal defense attorney. He is an aggressive and thoughtful attorney. David is always on top of the ever changing legal landscape that impacts his clients. You can't go wrong.
Michael Cheronis, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
David is a consummate professional. He knows the ins and outs of criminal defense and works hard for his clients. He is a great service to the profession, respected by his colleagues and the judges in Cook County.
Todd Projansky, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Terrific attorney. Works hard for his clients. Gets fantastic results.
Dan Tsataros, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David Freidberg is a brilliant attorney who is excellent at his craft! David is not afraid to zealously represent his clients! David is a very hard working individual who is trustworthy, loyal and honest! I highly recommend him!
John Richardson, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2014
Relationship: Other
Mr. Freidberg's advice is professional and well-reasoned
John Ioakimidis, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have know David for over ten years. He is an excellent attorney who aggressively fights for his clients. David is well known in the field and possesses the intellect, maturity and refined courtroom skills that assure that his clients are in good hands. Most importantly, I believe David to be an individual of impeccable integrity. David has my highest recommendation.
Edward Johnson, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
Mr. Freidberg's legal services go above and beyond the norm.
Brian Pedersen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 31, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have known David for many years, beginning when we both practiced in the bankruptcy area. Although we were often on opposing sides and David vigorously represented his clients' interests, I found him to be fair and willing to consider opposing viewpoints. Although for the most part he has moved on to different areas of the law in his practice, he provides the same diligent representation.
Andrew May, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. David is really smart and a very effective advocate for his clients.
Arthur Ehrlich, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known David since he was first admitted to the Illinois bar as an attorney. He is a diligent and very hard working attorney who brings creativity, intelligence, and a keen insight to every case he handles. He is honest and has an excellent reputation in the criminal defense field.
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