Alex Freund, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 7 years of legal practice
Chicago, IL
Practicing employment in Chicago since 2019.
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Alex Freund is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Employment. Alex has over 7 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- over 7 years
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Over 7 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
About Alex Freund: Alex Freund is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Employment. Alex has over 7 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Alex's practice areas in Chicago
Alex concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alex handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Alex takes employment matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alex agrees to represent you.
Biography
Alex Freund, employment attorney serving Chicago
Alex Freund is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Employment. Alex has over 7 years of legal experience. Alex works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on employment matters across the region.
Alex counsels public and private companies and executives on all aspects of executive compensation and employee benefits matters.
As an associate in Barack Ferrazzano’s Compensation & Benefits Group, Alex focuses his practice on advising on the design, negotiation, and implementation of executive incentive arrangements and the negotiation of executive employment, transition, and separation agreements. Alex also regularly advises clients on executive compensation and employee benefit aspects of public filings (including annual proxy statements and Form 8-K disclosures), mergers and acquisitions, and venture capital investments.
Prior to joining the firm, Alex was an Executive Compensation associate at Kirkland & Ellis.
How Alex handles employment matters
Alex counsels public and private companies and executives on all aspects of executive compensation and employee benefits matters. As an associate in Barack Ferrazzano’s Compensation & Benefits Group, Alex focuses his practice on advising on the design, negotiation, and implementation of executive incentive arrangements and the negotiation of executive employment, transition, and separation…
Who Alex represents
Alex reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Alex studied and practices
Northwestern University
J.D. · 2020
Jurisdictions
Alex's state bar admissions
Illinois, Illinois S
2019 · ACTIVE
Alex studied at J.D. in Northwestern University.
Law school and academic background
Alex completed J.D. in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alex runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Alex's legal honors and published work
Alex has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Alex Freund in Chicago, Illinois
Alex's primary office is at Chicago, Illinois. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Alex Freund
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Alex Freund — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alex usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alex charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alex's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alex will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alex
Alex discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alex confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alex's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alex Freund
How much does it cost to hire Alex for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alex walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alex offer a free consultation?
Alex charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alex's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Alex's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alex gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alex take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Alex is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alex will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alex?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alex will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alex accepting new employment clients right now?
Alex's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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