$ 300-350 per hour
Ivan Matthew Friedman
also known as Ivan Friedman, Ivan 'Buddy' Friedman
About Ivan
Biography
I am board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and have been practicing family law in South Central Texas since 1993, with offices in San Marcos and San Antonio, and previously in Gonzales, Lockhart and Seguin as well.
I grew up in Austin and attended public schools there from elementary school to high school, returning to get my law degree from the University of Texas in 1992. I am an avid Longhorn and Spurs fan, and enjoy outdoor activities in Central and South Texas such as swimming, hiking, biking, and riding waves at Port Aransas and South Padre.
My wife Lesli (from Seguin) and I were married in 2007 after meeting at the Texas Capitol and I have three children. I attend St. Mark's Episcopal Church in San Marcos where I am currently a member of the vestry and Senior Warden and donate time and money to the Hays/Caldwell Women's Shelter and Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
33%
33 years | 1,200 cases
Divorce and Separation
33%
27 years | 500 cases
Child Support
15%
33 years | 4,000 cases
Family
14%
33 years | 5,730 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 32 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Ivan Friedman
323 West Hopkins, San Marcos, TX, 78666
Law Offices of Ivan Matthew Friedman
115 Camaron Street, San Antonio, TX, 78205
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Posted by Carol | April 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
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As a licensed attorney for 30 years, when it came time to seek an attorney to represent me in my divorce, I knew exactly what I needed. I wanted someone who was board certified in family law, respected by the local judiciary and legal community, and would be a fierce advocate. I found all this, and...
Ivan Matthew Friedman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. i know Buddy as a fellow lawyer in the community and I have worked on some of the same cases where we had co-defendants. He is a genuine lawyer that cares about his clients. I trust his professional expertise. In fact he is currently representing my daughter-in-law."
"Ivan Friedman is a smart attorney who is a good advocate for his clients.I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Ivan Friedman wholeheartedly. I met Ivan while we both attended law school at UT in 1990. We have been friends since that time. I have watched Ivan in the courtroom and in the legal community for the past twenty years. Ivan has a great reputation as a trial lawyer and his ethics are beyond reproach. I regularly refer family law and administrative law cases to Ivan and would not hesitate to hire Ivan to represent me. Ivan is truthful and has strong character. He is also knowledgeable in a number of legal fields. I highly recommend and endorse my good friend, Ivan Friedman."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Rebecca Carrillo
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2012
Best of San Antonio Top 12, Proactive Resources
Work Experience
1995 - 2007
Chief of Staff/General Counsel/Committee Clerk, Texas House of Representatives
1993 - 1994
Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General of Texas
1993 - 1993
Legislative Aide, Senate of the State of Texas, Senator Gregory Luna
1992 - 1992
Intern/Clerk, United States Magistrate's Court
Associations
2010 - Present
San Antonio Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
San Antonio Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
Texas Renewable Energy Industries AssociationMember
2008 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Environmental and Natural Reources SectionMember
2005 - Present
Joe E. Moreno Scholarship FundBoard Member, Counsel
2002 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Family Law SectionMember
2000 - Present
Hays County Bar AssociationPresident, VP, Exec. Director
1993 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2001 - 2002
City of San Marcos Parks and Recreation BoardBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Comal County divorce
Agreed settlement following mediation, depositions, and jury trial setting
Education
2009
Texas Tech University
MA - Masters (Public Administration)
1992
University of Texas School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of ArtsA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
2009 Economic Summit
Renewable Energy: Wind Energy in South Texas
Publications
2013
Ezine Articles
Retroactive Child Support in Texas
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What does "joint non suit" mean in a child custody case?
02 Aug 2013
Q&A
What happens when someone lies to the attorney general about getting child support payments?
09 Feb 2013
Q&A
Being summoned to court in another state for a child custody case. What can I do?
09 Jun 2011