Bernard Elliott Friedman, Personal Injury Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 64 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Workers Comp
Chicago, IL
Practicing personal injury in Chicago since 1962.
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Bernard Elliott Friedman is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Bernard has over 64 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 64 years
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- Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury and Workers Comp matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 64 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Bernard Elliott Friedman: Bernard Elliott Friedman is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Bernard has over 64 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Bernard takes on
Bernard concentrates on personal injury and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bernard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Bernard takes personal injury 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 Bernard agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Chicago, Illinois
Bernard takes workers comp 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 Bernard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Bernard Elliott Friedman — personal injury lawyer in Chicago
Bernard Elliott Friedman is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Workers Comp. Bernard has over 64 years of legal experience.
Bernard Elliott Friedman is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury. Bernard received a B.S. degree from Roosevelt University, and has been licensed for 64 years. Bernard practices in Chicago, IL.
How Bernard handles personal injury matters
Bernard Elliott Friedman is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury. Bernard received a B.S. degree from Roosevelt University, and has been licensed for 64 years. Bernard practices in Chicago, IL.
The kind of cases Bernard takes
Bernard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and workers comp matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
DePaul University J.D.
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Roosevelt University B.S.
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Jurisdictions
Bernard's state bar admissions
Illinois
1962 · ACTIVE
Bernard studied at — in DePaul University J.D. and — in Roosevelt University B.S..
Law school and academic background
Bernard completed — in DePaul University J.D. and — in Roosevelt University B.S.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bernard runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Bernard Elliott Friedman's office in Chicago
Bernard's primary office is at 230 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL, 60606-4802. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Bernard Elliott Friedman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bernard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bernard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bernard'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; Bernard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Bernard
Bernard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Bernard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bernard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bernard Elliott Friedman
How much does it cost to hire Bernard for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bernard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bernard offer a free consultation?
Bernard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bernard's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Bernard's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Bernard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bernard take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Bernard 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 — Bernard 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 Bernard?
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. Bernard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bernard accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Bernard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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