Richard Allen Friedman II

Richard Allen Friedman II

also known as Rick A. Friedman, Rick Friedman

3.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chesterfield, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony ... +4 more

9401 Courthouse Road, Suite A, Chesterfield, VA

About Richard

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

25 years | 3,000 cases

50%
Child Custody 15%

25 years | 3,000 cases

15%
Adoption 10%

25 years

10%
Alimony 10%

25 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Child Support 5%

25 years | 3,000 cases

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

25 years | 3,000 cases

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

25 years | 2,000 cases

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 24 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2001

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Location

Friedman Law Firm, P.C.

9401 Courthouse Road, Suite A, Chesterfield, VA, 23832

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Richard Allen Friedman II's Reviews

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3.5 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Lacks Knowledge/Ethically Questionable

Mr. Friedman represented me in my child support case. In the order, written by his firm, I was owed $10,000 in child support arrears to be paid in small payments over a protracted period of time. (I later learned I was entitled to the child support arrears and DCSE would have garnished my ex's pay an...d seized his tax return, had Friedman not written this extended payment schedule in the order. This was something a family law attorney should be aware of and advocate for their clients). Knowing their firm negotiated this disadvantaged order, he then proceeded to sue me for being unable to pay legal fees. My inability to pay was directly related to their poor knowledge of child support law and inability to advocate for client rights. In addition to this significant deficiency, he moved forward with legal action attempting to garnish my wages for payment of legal fees with his firm. I attempted to make a payment that was affordable within the awarded child support payments but he was unwilling to accept the payment I could make. This directly resulted in bankruptcy as the only option available allowing me to support my child with the deficient order created by Friedman Law.

Richard Friedman

Replied last October 20, 2018

This anonymous complaint is likely an opposing party who we beat in court.

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2013 | Child Support

Highly Recommend Mr. Friedman!!

Mr. Friedman has helped me on a couple different occasions with child support. He was always on top of what was going on and worked proactively to resolve the matter before having to appear in court. Him and his staff were great to work with. Everyone I interacted with was very compassionate and sen...sitive to my situation which helped me to be at ease with what was going on. We were able to work with the opposing attorney and settle out of court. He is someone I truly trust to and is determined to do what is best for the situation. I would highly recommend Mr. Friedman to anyone looking for an attorney who takes a vested interest in their clients.

Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2013 | Family

Very professional and effective. Top tier for family matters in VA.

Rick handled our case professionally and got me the results I was hoping for. His firm handled a family law case recently for me and having worked with other lawyers on business matters, I truly appreciated his knowledge and ability to resolve the core issues quickly and maintain focus on my desired... outcome. Lawyers are never "cheap", but the firm made every effort to resolve the case, rather than string things along. I was also impressed with his office staff and associates. I really felt that they genuinely cared about my interests and did a good job keeping me informed and calm throughout the whole ordeal. I would definitely recommend Rick to anyone looking for a great family law attorney that can get things done!

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Richard Allen Friedman II's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Defazio

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is aggressive when needed and compassionate when that is called for. He is knowledgeable of the many intricacies of family law."

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Vanessa Jones

Family lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Friedman. Mr. Friedman is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney, and a compassionate person."

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Paul Dull

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. He does a great job listening to clients and understanding their goals. He has a vast knowledge of family law. He has an excellent reputation in the local legal community and it is well deserved."

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Andrew Catherman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shannon Otto

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Friedman and I have had several cases against one another over the years. He is diligent in his preparation and works hard on behalf of his clients. He is very knowledgeable about all aspects of family law, and obtains good outcomes for his clients."

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Harris Leiner

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Macturk

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rick is a caring and creative attorney, dedicated to the best interests of his clients. I have known him for over 15 years and I highly recommend him."

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Wyatt Taylor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Rick is a remarkable attorney. He truly cares about his clients and is their champion in the courtroom. Rick makes himself available for clients so he can address all of their pressing issues. He makes sure that every client knows exactly what is going on in their case and includes them in the decision-making process."

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Kimberly Austin

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Rick does a fantastic job for each and every one of his clients. He makes sure each client understands the process, and how to reach his or her goal."

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Paul Dull

Family lawyer

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Sarah Conner

Family lawyer

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Shannon Otto

Family lawyer

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Kimberly Austin

Family lawyer

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Ashley White

Adoption lawyer

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Wyatt Taylor

Family lawyer

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Lindsay Dugan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Defazio

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Virginia, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Virginia, The National Trial Lawyes

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2011

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2009

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2007

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Managing Partner, Friedman Law Firm, P.C.

2004 - 2010

Attorney, Barnes & Diehl, PC

Associations

Virginia State Bar

Virginia State Bar, Family Law Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Many Cases - Confidential

Many favorable outcomes

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Education

N/A

College of William and Mary

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Pepperdine University School of Law

Negotiation and Settlement

N/A

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

N/A

Whittier Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

2012 Advanced Family Law for Paralegals Handling Financial Issues at Higher Levels

Languages

English

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