Michael R. Friedberg

Fifty years of counsel to America’s families.

Complex and Sophisticated Wealth PlanningEstate and Trust Administration · Trustee Services

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  • Chambers Spotlight IllinoisChambers USASpotlight Guide 2027, Trusts & Estates, Chicago. Awarded a Chambers designation as a sole practitioner.
  • Best Law Firms, ranked by Best Lawyers: Chicago, Trusts and Estates, Tier 1, 2026Best Law FirmsTrusts and Estates, Chicago, Tier 1, 2026.

Five decades advising families on complex wealth, estate and trust matters.

Michael R. Friedberg advises individuals, families, family offices and businesses on sophisticated wealth planning, estate and trust administration, and fiduciary matters. His practice frequently involves circumstances in which substantial wealth, complex tax and legal issues, family considerations and fiduciary responsibilities intersect.

He also serves as trustee and advises trustees, beneficiaries and families in the administration of substantial trusts and estates.

His clients are located throughout the United States.

Seven Areas. One Practice.

Quoted or referenced in

  • The Wall Street Journal
  • The New York Times
  • Chicago Tribune
  • Los Angeles Times
  • Crain’sChicago Business

For clients and advisers

New clientsAt the present time, the Firm is accepting new clients only under special circumstances.

Telephone(312) 543-1800
Emailmichael@michaelfriedberg.law
Office825 S. Waukegan Road, Suite A8, #104, Lake Forest, IL 60045