Fred Ray Bien

Fred Ray Bien

also known as Ray Bien

4.9
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 52 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Van Nuys,, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence

16950 Sherman Way V, Van Nuys,, CA

About Fred

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

We are some of the best criminal defense lawyers in Southern California. We hope that you will find our site informative and easy to navigate. Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality legal representation by a criminal lawyer at a reasonable fee. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your legal issues, provide you with answers to your questions and demonstrate what defenses may be available on your behalf based on the information you provide.

53 years | 3,500 cases

60%
DUI and DWI 30%

he consequences of getting a DUI in California are severe. The right criminal defense attorney, however, can make the difference on the length of a prison sentence or none at all. Only Criminal Law has criminal defense attorney that have expertise in California DUI cases. Our criminal defense attorneys will take your case seriously in a court that does not take DUI cases seriously. DUI charges can be considered “routine” cases because of the large amount of cases that are brought to court.

53 years | 1,000 cases

30%
Domestic Violence 10%

If you have a domestic violence on your record you probably will not be able to obtain employment. Contact us immediately so your problem can be resolved. We are former deputy district attorneys with over 35 years experience. Your best legal advise is to trust an experienced criminal attorney.

53 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 52 years

State: California

Acquired: 1973

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Fred Ray Bien

16950 Sherman Way V, Van Nuys,, CA, 91406

Fred Bien

16950 Sherman Way, van nuys,ca, CA, 91406

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Fred Ray Bien's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rodney | November 09, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Found attorney Fred Bien in Van Nuys after my

Excellent and experienced attorney in criminal matters. After my incident I hired him after a referral from a former client. I found Fred bienthrough Avvo after an incident with the police where I was pulled over, had my car searched and was arrested for possession of a small amount of marijuana. I a...m a state certified medical marijuana patient, with a doctor’s referral, which the arresting officer dismissed. As a patient I should be allowed to keep possession of reasonable amounts, with which I was complying. I spoke with my criminal lawyer Fred about all the details and he developed a strategy and he helped me to feel relaxed on my court date. We had a solid defense with my doctor’s recommendation being a helpful resource, which enabled me to be able to be in possession of marijuana. Due to my compliance with the law, I was no longer in trouble with the law. Thank you, Fred bien!

Posted by Patrick | November 09, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Good DUI Lawyer

I had recently gotten a DUI a few months ago, on a hung over morning after a night of heavy drinking. According to the officer’s report, my blood alcohol content level was in the range for a DUI charge and I was arrested in jail. I searched on Avvo to find a lawyer, and I found Fred Bienfrom BienLaw... Office, who specializes in criminal defense litigation, and as a DUI lawyer and traffic attorney. Fred helped me to get my DUI dismissed, with a few of his own tricks and his expertise and knowledge. As my blood alcohol level was just under the limit, he was able to help me get this charge off my hands and saved me not only thousands of dollars, he helped me to avoid revocation of my license, and having this criminal charge on my record. Thanks Fred for all your hard work!

Posted by Jamie | October 26, 2014 | Criminal Defense

For legal representation I would hire Fred Bien

I was dealing with an arrest a few months back where I had been arrested for having a certain weight of stuff I wasn’t supposed to have in my car. I was searched by the police and knew I was in trouble. I was arrested in jail for certain possession and trafficking charges as well as looking at a DUI.... As soon as I was back out, I went on Google to look for a criminal lawyer who could represent me. I found Avvo, a site that has a whole list of attorneys, and I found FRED BIEN of Robinson Law Office in Van Nuys. FRED specializes in criminal defense litigation and as a DUI lawyer and a traffic lawyer. FRED assured me that he could help and we figured out all the details. He was very helpful through the entire process and was able to keep me out of prison, throw out the DUI charge, although I have to attend some classes and I am on probation. I am still a free man thanks to FRED!

Posted by Zinnia | October 14, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Great Traffic Attorney for my case. Knowledgeable, and very helpful lawyer! Thank you

Fred Bien helped me in the past when I was given a ticket for allegedly running a red light. I believe that I went and crossed the intersection as the light was still yellow. I found Fred through Avvo and wrote them an email and called them to see if anything could be done for my ticket. Fred was abl...e to take care of me and get the ticket taken off, which helped me in the end because I did not have to have increased insurance premiums. I just had to pay Fred a piece of what the ticket would have cost and now I am clear of the alleged traffic violation. I would recommend Fred Bien for any traffic related case.

Posted by Walter | September 14, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Fred worked on my case. Excellent lawyer

I’ve never been in trouble for anything in my entire life, I was dumb founded to find myself in the crazy situation I was put in. Having been locked in jail for guarding myself against my aggressors, and have little to no faith in our "justice system & law", I required a good attorney to assist me in... this circumstances. Since I was accused of being the attacker in the situation against two people, I was charged criminally and was treated through the police like a criminal while i was the victim. Even being the innocent party within this situation the foreseeable outcome was not looking good with the charges I faced. It really opened my eyes to how the system thinks you are a criminal. The police and prosecutors will pursue you so and only believe the story from the alleged "victims", even once the story being told is among lies. At that point I knew my life was at stake. Thankfully I had one of the best attorneys on my side. Attorney Fred Bien surely could get me the finest outcome for my circumstances. I did not obtain any jail time, and I surely could keep my job as well as maintaining my reputation. Although this was a situation I should never have been in, I am grateful i had Attorney Fred Bien on my side. So if you are ever in need of a great Criminal Defense Attorney, he's the one to call. He really works in your case, because this "justice system" is built to lock you up when you choose the wrong attorney at law.

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Fred Ray Bien's Lawyer Endorsements

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Craig Robinson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 13

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"I endorse this lawyer for his criminal defense litigation."

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Craig Robinson

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2000

DUI Defense, DUI Trial

1973

Former Deputy District Attorney, Los Angeles

Work Experience

1972 - Present

Attorney, Robinson Law Office

1974 - 1977

Deputy District Attorney, Deputy District Attorney

Associations

1973 - Present

State Bar of California

Lawyer

1974 - 1977

LASC

Judge Pro Tem

Sample of Legal Cases

People V Lance

dismissed

People V. Jeana

Reduced

People V. Doan

Case Dismissed

People V. Malary

dismissed

People V. Rod

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Education

1973

Southwestern University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1965

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1986

Lawyers Club

LA Attorney Guide

Publications

1986

Lawyer Club LA Attorney Guide

N/A

LA Former Public Defender

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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