Richard Glenn Freed

Richard Glenn Freed

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 35 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at La Mesa, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence

9001 Grossmont Blvd, Suite 605, Grossmont Professional Building, La Mesa, CA

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Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

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Law Offices of Richard Glenn Freed

9001 Grossmont Blvd, Suite 605, Grossmont Professional Building, La Mesa, CA, 91941

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Richard Glenn Freed's Reviews

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18 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommended! - A Family Law Attorney Who Cares About His Clients and Backs It Up In/Out of Court

I endorse the Law Offices of Richard G. Freed, based on the excellent legal representation they provided me in a very contentious divorce case in 2019. This attorney did everything possible to avoid protracted litigation, but when it was not possible, he was able to achieve extremely favorable resu...lts for me on all disputed issue. I am extremely grateful and impressed with this Firm and will recommend Mr. Freed to colleagues, friends and family members in need of a tiger who can walk each client safely thru the jungle of family court proceedings. My case could have easily ended with disastrous results regarding child custody (involving our special needs infant); business valuation, income assessment, alleged breach of fiduciary duties, attorney fees and sanction requests, child and spousal support, against the backdrop of exhaustive discovery demands. Even before the divorce case began, there were restraining orders filed by both sides on the same day. Before hiring Mr. Freed, my family was denied access to my son, and I was not allowed to have him overnight or bring him to my home. It took months to get to the bottom of the false claims against me, and today he spends every weekend with me and a large loving family. Mr. Freed knew how to handle the false allegations against me and I have the exact custody and visitation schedule that works best for my son. Mr. Freed advised me through every stage of the court case. He made helpful suggestions on parenting and the things I needed to do as a new Dad. Mr. Freed helped me set goals that would prove useful at trial, and demonstrate that I was a fit and proper parent to be awarded or share custody of our toddler. Mr. Freed disposed of the restraining orders, he filed my divorce and moved the case along with confidence. This attorney and his terrific staff were there for me every step of the way, instilling confidence, trust and sound advice always encouraging me to do the right thing to best protect my interests and ensuring my ex and her attorneys were not able to bully me no matter how much they tried. New clients know right away that this attorney is a very capable advocate. He brings nearly three decades of experience to the courtroom, along with an organized, well reasoned, logical, and effective oral argument when in court and during negotiation skills out of court. The Law Offices of Richard G. Freed offer serious, no- nonsense, result oriented family law support on all types of cases in San Diego County for select clientele. If your case demands the services of a proven winner, equipped with all the tools needed to get the job done, why take chances? For me, it was one of the most stressful events in my life, and I could have easily lost everything I worked so hard for all these years. I suggest you strongly call the Law Offices of Richard G. Freed to find out why this Firm seems to be different from the rest.

Posted by Karen | June 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Top Notch

Richard G. Freed was my divorce lawyer in 2010. He did a great job and I couldn't have been more satisfied with his work!! Richard was calm, well prepared and a gentleman in the office. His legal skills are cutting edge and his demeanor is confident but not arrogant. He cut through the red tape ...in court like a surgeon. I always felt like he was looking after my best interests. The case ended and I said thank you. Seven years later it became necessary for me to hire Richard again. My ex had not removed my name from our house loan or paid his half of our bills. Richard filed paperwork to enforce the Judgment but never had to argue the case in court because he was able to negotiate with my ex who agreed to sign an Agreement in Richard's office. Despite the divorce I get along with my ex and did not want to fight him in court. Our family were all watching and they worried about us. I never wanted any problems with my ex but was willing to go to court if necessary. I was grateful and relieved the case was settled and I would not hesitate to hire Richard in the future if the need arises.

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Former Divorce Decree Consultation

Mr. Freed's law consultation service was extraordinary and very professional. Richard was very thorough during consultation of my past divorce decree, ex-wife alimony and pension closure. He was fast and to the point, but with the ability to explain my case and options easily and clearly. In my fir...st time visit he make me feel comfortable and very amicable like a friend. With no doubt in my mind I will hire him for his professional attorney services and representation when needed.

Posted by Mike | October 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Mike H, a happy client

Richard Freed was able to accomplish the impossible for me! He is an attorney who has common sense, incredible skill, and the ability to put it all together in a winning way. He knows the law, and makes sure that his client is treated fairly. No messing around. Richard assisted me in collecti...ng past due child support in a way that was fair and reasonable to all parties, while getting more than I ever imagined was humanly possible to obtain.

Posted by Lyndsey | March 04, 2015 | Child Custody

An amazing Attroney to have represent you!

Mr. Freed is an amazing Attroney. I was skeptical of trusting anyone to fight my custody battle for me. After searching and calling countless attorneys I came across Mr. Freed. He was the only Attroney that took his time to talk to me immediately. I decided to hire him and am so glad I did. 5 years... of constant court hearings for custody over my precious daughter and the fear of having my daughter put into the wrong hands, and now I have sole custody with no chance of danger to my child. Mr. Freed took my case very seriously, and at the same time made me feel extremely comfortable and I was able to trust him to fight for the custody of my daughter. My case involved sexual deviance involving young girls done by the father of my child, and 3 years since the last time my daughters father saw her. Her father was asking for her to leave state and visit him in Pa basically anytime my daughter was not in school. I shared my fears with my wonderful Attroney and he fought for full physical and legal custody with stipulations of psychological evaluations for sexual deviance, treatment, and supervised visitation. Before even stepping foot in the court room Mr. Freed had the opposing side agreeing to all the stipulations. He won all that we were fighting for and then some. He also was able to make it where my daughters father is not aloud to take my daughter out of San Diego county and from here out the only court we can have hearings regarding custody of my daughter at is the one which this hearing was at. I am so incredibly thankful for Mr. Freed and his associates! This man knows his stuff inside and out and he refuses to lose. While he refuses to lose, and takes great care with the cases he works on he has an amazing personality as well. I have honestly never seen an Attroney like him. I highly recommend Mr. Freed to anyone who needs an Attroney for a custody battle! The man is brilliant, honest, he doesn't back down, and I'm glad I had him on my side !!!!!

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Richard Glenn Freed's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sheryl Graf

Child support lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this attorney. Richard is a zealous advocate and a formidable opponent."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Peter Mueller

Family lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard lives up to his client endorsements among his professional colleagues. He is from good family and knows the law."

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Steven Romanoff

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Richard Freed since law school. I send all of my divorce cases to Richard and my clients are always satisfied. His trial skills are unparalleled, and his devotion and advocacy for his clients is remarkable, to say the least."

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Angelo Parise

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Freed does outstandng work for his clients and is a credit to the legal profession."

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Andy Cook

Family lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Richard for many years. He is one of the good guys. He has lots of common sense and I enjoy seeing him around."

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Gordon Cruse

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is outstanding in every way. Richard is dedicated to his clients and a straight shooter. He will tell you the truth and as a colleague I know I can trust him."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2011

Lifetime Award Recipient, Strathmore's Who's Who

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1994

Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California

1994

President's Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award, State Bar of California

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Owner, Law Offices of Richard G. Freed, ESQ.

Associations

2000 - 2001

Foothills Bar Association

President

1997 - 2000

Foothills Bar Association

Chairperson

1995 - 2005

Superior Court of California, County of San Diego

Family Law Settlement Conference

Education

1989

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence

1984

University of California - Santa Cruz

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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