James R Fridie III

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James R Fridie III

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Voorhees, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

1000 White Horse Road, Suite 306,, Voorhees, NJ

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About James

Biography

Dedicated and zealous family and criminal law advocacy

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

60%
Child Custody 15%

15%
Family 15%

15%
Criminal Defense 5%

5%
Guardianship 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2017
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 17 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

James R. Fridie III

1000 White Horse Road, Suite 306,, Voorhees, NJ, 08043

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Fridie Law Group LLC

309 Fellowship Road, Suite 200, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054

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James R Fridie III's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

77 Client Reviews

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Posted by Matthew | December 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Exceptional Legal Counsel - Make Him Your First And Only Call

I retained Mr. Fridie as my attorney after receiving a Criminal Summons for writing an honest review about a local business on Google and Yelp, so I figured it would be apt to do the same regarding his practice. From the first time I contacted Mr. Fridie's office, he took ample time to review my case... with me and give his initial impressions prior to receiving Discovery. During our first in person meeting, he proved himself to be a competent and capable Counsel, outlining my legal options and various scenarios I could expect from the Plaintiff and Prosecution. He and his staff were always available when I had questions or concerns and I never felt "lost" or uncertain about what was going on during the criminal process. He was present at each court appearance and always presented me with the options the District Attorney was offering without attempting to nudge me in one direction, allowing me to make decisions I felt were best for me and my family. With his legal expertise, he was able to take an annoying and convoluted case and achieve what is essentially a dismissal of all charges, for which I am extremely grateful. I am supremely happy with the legal services and representation Mr Fridie provided and will gladly recommend him to others with legal issues. Although I do hope it does not occur again in the future, if anything does I plan on using Mr. Fridie for all of my criminal justice needs.

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2024

Unprofessional and Indifferent Service - A Frustrating Experience

I had a highly frustrating and disappointing experience with Mr. James Fridie III and his staff. From the outset, the service I received was far below what I would expect from a professional legal office, particularly given my need for reliable assistance during my deployment. Scheduling an appoin...tment with Mr. Fridie was a major ordeal. Despite calling and making appointments over the phone, there was no follow-up or confirmation email from his office. When I called to confirm, the staff seemed clueless about my identity and the scheduled appointments. This lack of organization and communication was incredibly disheartening and unprofessional. It took two long weeks of persistent effort to finally speak with Mr. Fridie. Even then, the experience was far from satisfactory. He was dismissive and indifferent, showing little interest in my case or understanding of the challenges I faced while deployed. His curt demeanor and lack of engagement were extremely disappointing, especially considering the critical nature of my situation. The indifference from both Mr. Fridie and his staff added unnecessary stress and frustration to an already difficult process. Their failure to maintain basic communication and their unprofessional attitude made me feel undervalued and neglected as a client. This level of service is unacceptable for anyone seeking legal assistance, let alone someone dealing with the complexities of remote legal matters while serving their country. Given my experience, I cannot recommend Mr. James Fridie III’s services. The combination of poor staff coordination, unfulfilled appointments, and Mr. Fridie’s dismissive attitude left me deeply dissatisfied. If you require a lawyer who is responsive, organized, and genuinely invested in your case, I would advise looking elsewhere. In summary, my dealings with Mr. Fridie and his office were marked by a lack of professionalism and courtesy. For anyone needing dependable and empathetic legal representation, especially those in demanding circumstances like a deployment, I suggest seeking help from a more reliable and considerate legal professional.

James Fridie

Replied last June 25, 2024

I strongly disagree with this review. My office does use an answering service so we can be contacted 24/7/365, the lone drawback is that if you hang up and call a few minutes later you are going to get a different receptionist than the one you previously spoke with. In terms of confirmation for appointments, we provide email confirmation if the consultation is via zoom and a confirmation via text that is typically sent out 24 hours before a phone consultation. During a consultation, I ask the prospective client to provide details pertaining to their matter and I offer honest feedback. If there are difficulties inherent in the objective you are hoping to obtain, I will mention that during the initial consultation. This means I often have to tell clients and prospective clients things they need to hear, not necessarily what they want to hear, which can lead to some difficult conversations at times. The claim that this individual felt undervalued and neglected as a client is extremely misleading, as they were never a client of my office and only had an initial consultation. I have represented active-duty members of the military for years. Coming from a background where several of my relatives served this country valiantly, I am always courteous and appreciative to anyone I speak to that is involved in the various branches of the military. I would never be curt or dismissive to any prospective client contacting my office, as I appreciate all individuals who contact my office to discuss their matter. Despite this review, I wish this individual all the best.

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James R Fridie III's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Ferrell

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Fridie and I represented opposing parties in a bitter, hard-fought domestic violence case. Not only did he display high professional competence, but he showed that he was energetic, thorough and a gentleman as well."

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Roland Ho

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stan Gregory

Family lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally seen Mr. Fridie perform in court. He is knowledgeable and quite capable!"

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Shantika Prather

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would wholeheartedly recommend James to anyone seeking excellent family or criminal law advice. I have always known him to be the consummate professional. Most importantly he genuinely cares for his clients. He is a zealous advocate and fights unti' the end!!!!"

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William Veitch

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. James is very intelligent and effective. We have worked together on matters and have discussed the finer points of criminal procedure on many occasions while waiting to be heard in court. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Robert Pinard

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"James is a great attorney who fights hard for his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable in the subject matter and is always looking out for the best interests of his clients. I would highly recommend James."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Fridie is an exceptional attorney. I have been an attorney for 24 years and served as a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, law professor, and private attorney. However, even with all of that experience, I learn from his answers on Avvo each and every day. If you have the chance, hire him in an instant."

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Tanya Freeman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Geraldene Duswalt

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Rosenblum

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a smart and experienced attorney who really knows his stuff!"

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James Caporrino

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Fridie is very knowledgable and takes a practical approach to problem solving. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Laura Mann

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a conscientous and dedicated lawyer who works hard for his clients."

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Edward Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Perry Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've referred people to him who needed Municipal Court defense and he's done a great job!"

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Brian Freeman

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carl Archer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is a very knowledgeable attorney who has helped me with various criminal/municipal matters in the past, and who has a track record of helping his clients. I would refer family to James."

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Marianne Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. James is passionate about the law. He provides excellent representation to his clients. He is a good listener and is invested in achieving great results for his clients."

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Joshua Reinitz

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is an excellent attorney. From the moment I first met James I was impressed with his knowledge of the law and his care for his clients. As great an attorney as he is, James is an even better person always willing to go the extra mile to help out someone in need. I have no reservations in endorsing James."

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Mark Fury

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Paul Ferrell

Domestic violence lawyer

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William Veitch

Criminal defense lawyer

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Natasha McLaurin

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Robert Pinard

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Stan Gregory

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Erin Snyder

Criminal defense lawyer

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Tanya Freeman

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Crystal West

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Brian Freeman

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Geraldene Duswalt

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James Caporrino

Family lawyer

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Adam Rosenblum

Criminal defense lawyer

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Laura Mann

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Edward Smith

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Carl Archer

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Marianne Brown

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine

2020

Top Attorney for Divorce and Family Law, SJ Magazine

2019

Top Attorney in Divorce and Family Law, SJ Magazine

2015

NJ Top ten under 40, National Association of Family Law Attorneys

2007

The Miller Center Award For Public Interest Advocacy, Penn State Dickinson School of Law

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Fridie Law Group LLC

2007 - 2008

Law Clerk, Maryland Judiciary- Anne Arundel County Circuit Court

Associations

2010 - Present

Burlington County Chamber of Commerce

Member

2010 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Member

2009 - Present

Garden State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Mercer County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Camden County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Burlington County Bar Association, Criminal Practice Section

Member

2009 - Present

New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

Gloucestor County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Amercian Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. TL

Case dismissed

State v. TW

Charges dismissed

MJL v PO

Permanent Alimony terminated

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Education

2007

Pennsylvania State University, Dickinson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Howard University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Know Your Rights

Criminal Law

2014

Legal Forum

Ask a Lawyer Day

2011

Why Estate Planning Documents are Essential

Estate Planning

2010

Legal Forum

Expungements, Custody and Child Support Modification

2009

Ask a Lawyer Day

Expungements

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

James earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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