Throughout his career, Mr. Freeman has received honors and awards for his achievements, including service awards from the Chicago Hearing Society and Chicago Volunteer Legal Services.
HIGHLAND PARK, IL, May 08, 2018 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Marquis Who's Who, the world's premier publisher of biographical profiles, is proud to present Richard Freeman with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award. An accomplished listee, Mr. Freeman celebrates many years of experience in his professional network, and has been noted for achievements, leadership qualities, and the credentials and successes he has accrued in his field. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
With nearly 50 years of professional experience, Mr. Freeman was of counsel with Michael Best & Friedrich, LLC from 2001 to 2005. Prior to obtaining his current role, he was of counsel with Schwartz & Freeman from 1991 to 2001, having been a partner with the firm from 1968 to 1991 and an associate from 1962 to 1968. Earlier in his career, he was an investment analyst with Robert J. Levy & Co. from 1960 to 1962, and an associate with Friedman, Zoline & Rosenfield from 1958 to 1960.
Mr. Freeman was inspired to pursue a career in law by his father and his uncle, both of whom were lawyers. He began his career as a student at Harvard University, completing a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in 1954. He went on to study at Yale University, where he earned a Bachelor of Laws in 1957. Specializing in federal income tax and estate planning, he first joined his father's firm, Friedman, Zoline & Rosenfield, before later joining his uncle at Schwartz & Freeman. He was a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel.
Throughout his career, Mr. Freeman has received honors and awards for his achievements, including service awards from the Chicago Hearing Society and Chicago Volunteer Legal Services. He has also been active in his community, having been involved in discussion group at the Rancho Mirage Library, and was invited to join the board, though he had to decline. In his free time, Mr. Freeman is an avid Francophile, inspired by a French teacher to appreciate French literature and to practice speaking French. In addition, he enjoys running and still participates in races. Also, for many years he hiked in the mountains around Palm Springs, CA.
In recognition of outstanding contributions to his profession and the Marquis Who's Who community, Richard Freeman has been featured on the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement website. Please visit www.ltachievers.com for more information about this honor.
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