Douglas Christopher Fredrick

Douglas Christopher Fredrick

4.3
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Springfield, MO
Practice Areas: Family, Real Estate, Business, Military Law

1200 E Woodhurst Dr Ste N100, Springfield, MO

About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 75%

24 years

75%
Business 10%

24 years

10%
Real Estate 10%

24 years

10%
Military Law 5%

21 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 22 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2003

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Doug Fredrick, LLC

1200 E Woodhurst Dr Ste N100, Springfield, MO, 65804-3759

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Douglas Christopher Fredrick's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Sherry | June 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional and Thorouh Representation

From my first consultation to the day of my court appearance, Mr. Fredrick and his para legal, Gabrielle, took time to answer my questions and were available by phone and email outside of the office setting. I felt my divorce case was represented fairly. All areas were explained to me and thorouhly... reviewed, so that I felt confident about appearing in court. This law office operates with integrity and discretion. Mr. Fredrick was knowledgable and I would refer his services to anyone needing legal representation.

Posted by Seth | February 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hired for a divorce/custody case

Mr. Fredrick was a very good and helpful lawyer. My wife had filed for divorce and we had a seven month old son (our first). My ex tried to limit my time spent with my son. Since he was so young it was a difficult situation trying to find where my rights were and what was right for my son. The ca...se was made more complicated by my ex claiming my house was unsanitary and unsafe for my son. Mr. Fredrick recommended a guardian ad litem for our case to represent my sons best interests. This worked out great as she was able to investigate and see the claims were baseless. Mr. Fredrick was very quick to respond to emails. He made recommendations but I always felt that the decisions were ultimately mine to make which I liked. His paralegal Gabrirlle was also very friendly and helpful. Ended up settling without a trial (we want up to the last week before the trial before agreeing). I was very confident in our position and my lawyers ability to present our case had it went to trial and this led to a settlement I was very happy with.

Posted by Joe | August 04, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Professional and thorough

I am in the Military and had a case dealing with an accusation of assault and a warrant. Mr. Fredrick handle my case professionally with speed and very thorough in handling all the details. I believe do to his thorough knowledge of the law he was able to handle my fraudulent charges with the least... amount of impact to my family. Great job, will definitely keep Doug as our future legal representative.

Posted by Ashley | June 18, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Extremely pleased with the service and outcome!

I met Mr. Fredrick as a referral. I was immediately impressed with how informative he was to help with my divorce proceedings. He offered me assistance through the entire process, explaining the paperwork and the process. His paralegal Gabrielle was kind and gracious with the entire process. They bot...h worked together to make me feel as comfortable as possible. I was even able to receive phone calls at night to keep me up-to-date. Emails were promptly returned. I was very pleased with the way he handled my case. I would certainly recommend him.

Posted by Laura | April 03, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Honest, Upfront and CONSISTENTLY DEPENDABLE despite ever-changing decisions. Grateful = ABSOLUTELY!

Mr. Doug Fredrick represented me during a very painful and difficult divorce from a retired military man. Mr. Fredrick protected my well-being carefully while maintaining fairness for both parties. After about a year or so, my ex-husband wanted to make a change to the original agreement. What he p...resented seemed quite simple and was to be a quick process with no back-and-forth negotiations. Two and a half months later and more changes, arguments and negotiations on his part through more correspondence than I was able to keep track of, we completed the change. I regretted involving Mr. Fredrick with my ex-husband's ever-changing temperment! Though, it was during this time that Mr. Fredrick's experience, knowledge, and patience truly shined! I will always be grateful to him for representing me during a most difficult time!

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Douglas Christopher Fredrick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Benjamin McBride

Family lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug has been an advocate in the family law community for a long time. I have witnessed his knowledge, experience, and skill in the courtroom while assisting his clients. These attributes make him one of the best in the area and I frequently refer family law matters to him."

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Kristin Siegel

Family lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Doug is a great attorney. I have worked with him in the past on a case. He is passionate about his clients and his work. He is professional and strategic in how he approaches family law cases."

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Shelly Reece

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Doug is the attorney I seek advice from for property management, office set up and military law issues in family law. He is a fair and reasonable attorney to work against and one that I must prepare to oppose. Doug's high ethical standard improves his client's position. I look forward to our next legal issue to solve amicably, or in the courtroom."

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Jonathan Osborne

Family lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Doug is an excellent attorney when it comes to representing people in family law matters. He is aggressive when he needs to be, but is otherwise fair and reasonable to deal with. He is always looking out for the best solution for his clients and is unafraid to fight hard battles."

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Lisa Sims

Family lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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J Allen

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Doug, he is very professional in his approach. He is knowledgeable on family law and military matters and issues. He is very capable and always well prepared, and communicates very well with clients and other attorneys."

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Michael Lee

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A great attorney and a good person to work with."

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Shelly Reece

Family lawyer

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Kristin Siegel

Family lawyer

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Jonathan Osborne

Child custody lawyer

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J Allen

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Boss of the Year, Springfield Area Paralegal Legal Support Professionals

2016

Hall of Fame Inductee (team), University of Missouri-Kansas City Athletics Department

2014

Hall of Fame Inductee (individually), University of Missouri-Kansas City Athletics Department

2010

Mentor of the Year, Springfield Metropolitan Bar Association

Work Experience

2012 - Present

JAG, United States Air Force Reserves Judge Advocate General's Corps

2008 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Doug Fredrick

2006 - Present

Partner, Deca Investments, LLC

2005 - 2011

JAG, United States Army Reserve Judge Advocate General's Corps

2003 - 2008

Associate, Fredrick, Rogers, & Vaughn, P.C.

Associations

2016 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

2006 - Present

Missouri Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2003 - Present

Missouri Bar

Member

2013 - 2014

Missouri Bar Special Committee on Veteran's Issues

Member

2012 - 2015

Missouri Bar Family Law Executive Council

Southern District Representative

2010 - 2016

Missouri Bar Family Law Conference Planning Committee

Member

2009 - 2015

Girls on the Run

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Marriage of Witt

Reversed in part; otherwise affirmed

Buchanan v. Buchanan, 167 S.W.3d 698 (Mo banc 2005).

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Education

2014

US Air Force - Air University

Squadron Officer School

2005

US Army JAG School

2003

University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Peking University - Beijing China

Certifiate in Comparative Law

2000

University of Missouri (Kansas City, MO)

Bachelors

Speaking Engagements

2015

Annual Family Law Conference

Family law

Publications

2011

Missouri Bar CLE Deskbook Military Issues in Family Law

2005

Missouri Lawyers Weekly Missouri Supreme Court Clears Up Child Custody Issue

Languages

English

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