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James R. Freeman
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Biography
I Will Stand Beside You
I am James R. Freeman, Esq., I am a sole practitioner who focuses on criminal defense and family law. For more than 40 years, I have been practicing law in Phoenixville Pennsylvania, Chester County and the surrounding area.
I served as a Chester County prosecutor for 14 years, and during four of those years I was Chester County's first full-time district attorney.
I advocate strongly for my clients, and I do it for a reason: in criminal and family law matters, people's lives andfutures are at stake. If you have been charged with a crime, it is you against the government. You absolutely need someone who is able to meet that challenge and not back down. When your life is on the line, you deserve a lawyer who will stand up for you and your interests.
I have represented clients in thousands of cases, and I take pride in what I do. My reputation precedes me: I am relentless in my efforts to obtain the best possible result for my clients.
I Make Prosecutors Earn It
When I am defending clients in criminal matters, I do not give prosecutors anything. If they are going to get a conviction, I make them earn it. When you retain my services, I will be the one standing beside you. You can rest assured I will do everything in my power to guide you safely through the criminal or civil maze that may be confronting you.
Why I Still Practice Law
I earned my bachelor's degree from Dickinson College in 1966 and my law degree from The Dickinson School of Law in Carlisle in 1969. If you want to know why I still practice law after so many years, the answer is simple: I care deeply about what I do, and I truly enjoy helping people.
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 56 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1969
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Location
O'Donnell Weiss & Mattei, P.C.
347 Bridge Street, Suite 200, Phoenixville, PA, 19460
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James R. Freeman's Reviews
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Posted by Harv | September 3, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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A True Winner
James Freeman is an honest hard working attorney that stands by his clients and does what it takes to win for you.
Posted by linda | June 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Custody and criminal charges
I don't even know were to begin. This past year has been hell on earth. Jim freeman was on a mission to get justice for my son. Mission accomplished !! my son was facing, criminal charges, indicated child abuse and limited contact with his son. Jim handled everything in a professional direct manner...
Posted by Tiffany | August 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Attorney in Chester County
If you are looking for an attorney that will fight for you until the end and WIN then Attorney Freeman is your man. He helped me win a custody case that I didn't think that I could win. He was always honest and upfront with all of his legal advice. He was honestly like a father to me and he knew that...
Posted by Angie | May 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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My long time A plus Attorney
I have used Mr. Freeman for the past 3 years. I have been dealing with a difficult estranged husband in a custody case. Over this time Mr. Freeman has shown knowledge of custody law and the rights I have as a parent. Mr. Freeman has representing me in the court room on many occasions and every sing...
Posted by Linda Petrocelli | May 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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PFA Custody
Jim is professional HONEST, will tell you what you are up against, No sugar coating! Fair, listens and will defend you like a mother bear defends her cubs ! we are still in the process but i am confident that Jim will get the results we are hoping for. He told us, "If I can't help you, nobody can" I...
James R. Freeman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Attorney Freeman for many years, even long before he was the Chester County District Attorney. I routinely refer criminal matters to Jim."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1984 - Present
Founder/Owner, James R. Freeman, Esq.
1980 - 1984
District Attorney, Chester County District Attorney's Office
1970 - 1980
Assistant District Attorney, Chester County District Attorney's Office
1969 - 1970
Partner, Sherman, Massinger, & Weiss
Associations
1984 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1969 - Present
Chester County Bar AssociationMember
1969 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
1969 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1981 - 1983
Pennsylvania District Attorneys AssociationBoard of Directors
1979 - 1979
Chester County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
Education
1969
Dickinson College
JD - Juris Doctor
1966
Dickinson College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
PALI Annual Meeting
Criminal and Civil Aspects of the Use of GPS Tracking
Languages
English