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Alicia Claire Freeze

Criminal defense Attorney at San Diego, CA

4.8   86 reviews
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  • Licensed for 11 years
    State CA
    Acquired 2011
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EXPERIENCE & DEDICATION FOR THE RESULTS YOU NEED!

When navigating the legal system in San Diego, CA, numerous details require attention. Retaining a Lawyer to provide guidance could allow you to make decisions with confidence. At The Law Office Of Alicia C. Freeze, APC, we try to reduce the stress level by providing our clients with personalized support. Whether you need an attorney to answer some questions or defend you in court, our practice can furnish you with local representation.

We attempt to offer comprehensive services whether the case at hand is simple or complex. Our firm values a reputation for resolving matters promptly, and we'll do our best to be efficient in order to save you money on your legal fees. Our practice strives to:

Maintain convenient appointment scheduling

Furnish comprehensive services

Offer sound advice

The Law Office Of Alicia C. Freeze, APC has a friendly office environment and shows concern for the individual needs of clients. We try to build lasting relationships with people and want them to feel comfortable working with a Lawyer in San Diego, CA. To explore your options for moving forward, call our office today and set up a consultation.

Awards

Client's Choice 2023,2022,2018,2017,2016
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Alicia C. Freeze, Esq.

Reviews

4.8 / 5.0
  86 customer reviews
Client's Choice 2023
Client's Choice
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Posted by Morgan | February 28, 2017
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The Dumbest Thing I Ever Done...
I did something pretty stupid a year ago and was going to have to go to court. I thought at first that I would go on my own and fess up to the facts, but then, I decided I would be better off with an attorney. So I found an office on the internet and set up an appointment and that is when I met Alicia. Right from the start she laid out a plan and explained all of the in's and out's and what can or cannot happen. There was some relief in my heart. Over the past year Alica has kept me out of trouble and appeared in court for me, again much to my relief. Alicia put up with my sea stories of which I have many, but the bottom line is that she is a professional and top notch attorney and I would highly recommend her to any potential client. Thank you Alicia for a job well done.
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Posted by C.and T. Gaoa | February 19, 2017
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The Best Attorney we could have asked for!
Alicia Freeze is an amazing attorney. Professional, hard working, and passionate about her job and putting in the work to make sure that your case is handled in the best way possible. She goes above and beyond ( more then I would ever expect out of any attorney). Not only does she treat you with compassion and professionalism, she truly cares about you as a person. She is hands down one in a million. I would, and have recommended her to family and friends in a heartbeat. There is no one else I would trust more when it comes to needing an attorney. She truly knows how to handle whatever situation you need her for.
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Posted by Adriane | September 15, 2023
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Best Restraining Order Lawyer - Worth Every Penny
I'm lucky I know Attorney Freeze from law school so I knew exactly who to call during the most difficult and terrifying time of my life, and something I never wanted to experience as a lawyer, needing to hire a lawyer after I became a domestic violence victim. During my most panic-ridden and unintelligible moments, Alicia calmly refocused me and reassured me what I have known for over 10 years - Alicia cares deeply about every case and client - her advocacy and results show that. Alicia was a consummate professional at every level. She was clear on expectations and her role. After I retained Alicia, I got every result I wanted plus more in my domestic violence restraining order (DVRO) case. I never had to see or talk to my ex again, he reimbursed my attorneys fees, I didn't have to testify in court (although Alicia prepared me just in case), and I even retained "custody" of a beloved emotional support turtle. If you need protection from an abusive partner or family member, or if you need legal help with anything in her practice areas, do not hesitate to call Alicia Freeze. She was a light during my darkest time, and I cannot recommend her enough.
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Posted by anonymous | September 6, 2023
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Excellent Professional Expertise
Alicia represented me in a recent court case that significantly impacted my life. She was understanding but realistic at the same time, presented and explained mitigation options and steps in a process. She kept me timely updated on the status of the case. Her excellent professional expertise contributed to having my case completed with reduced penalties. I am extremely grateful for all her help and highly recomend her as trustworthy and knolegable attorney.
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Posted by Gary | July 29, 2023
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Excellent Restraining Order Attorney
We highly recommend Alicia Freeze if you have a restraining order situation. We talked with at least 6 other attorney's about our situation and never felt the level of confidence and knowledge these other attorney's had with restraining orders until we talked to Alicia. Alicia was incredibly responsive, thoughtful, and kind the entire process long. This court process was painful and emotional for us, and Alicia was so patient, understanding, and immensely helpful. She was just the opposite of several of the attorneys' we talked to that were too businesslike and did not have a personal touch and did not give us the time and attention Alicia did. We felt very comfortable sharing our situation, details, and fears with Alicia. She was an excellent resource for understanding the law, and how we should act (or not act) to our every day situations that were occurring. This proved extremely helpful when it came to our court appearance. Alicia was totally prepared and this was the greatest day in court we have ever experienced. We were feeling comfortable, confident, and very well prepared for court compared to our adversary. The judge basically had to reprimand the other side, and their lawyer was scolded by the judge for their awful lack of preparation and unethical behavior. What a feeling of relief and a huge victory Alicia won us! We were awarded a 2 year, strictly enforced restraining order against a creepy neighbor that had been harassing us for too long. No more! Alicia is now in the process of filing paperwork to the court to have our attorney fees paid for by the losing party. Thank you Alicia. Highly recommend!
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Posted by Stephanie | July 13, 2023
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Lawyer with integrity
I have used Alicia freeze for multiple cases and every single time she's delivered . She's great and sets realistic expectations. She is very knowledgeable and speaks exceptionally well in front of a court room . She really cares about her clients and I would 100 percent hire her again for future work
Posted by Bryan | May 23, 2023
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Amazing Lawyer
Mrs Freeze was one the most professional, down to earth and amazing lawyers I have ever had the chance to meet. I needed to do a tricky RO. She stepped right up and handled the case with no problem. Being a veteran, she understood my issues and calmed me down in court. She not only won my case but she still ensured I was ok and helped me understand everything after the fact. Hands down, when you need a great attorney, call Mrs Freeze. One of the best attorneys in California!
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Posted by Roger | March 23, 2023
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Restraining order case
I initially contacted her on a Sunday for my matter. I didn’t expect a response till earliest Monday. Attorney Alicia returned my call within 15min literally on a Sunday. That right there really impressed me. Then we talked for quite sometime, and she genuinely really cared and wanted to help especially since I have 2 young kids involved. This RO was quite the process as the respondent was avoiding service. Despite the difficulties serving the respondent, she was able to get the job done. After several court dates and with the overwhelming evidence we presented to the court they granted my request for the RO. If anyone needs help with anything in her legal field of expertise I would advise you contact Attorney Alicia with immediate effect. Alicia, I can’t thank you enough from the bottom of my heart for all your hard work and help. I will continue to keep you on retainer for possible future matters (god forbid lol).
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Posted by Emily | March 11, 2023
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RO
Alicia killed it! She was able to protect me from legal trouble. Definitely recommend.
Posted by Dr. Henderson | March 9, 2023
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Record Seal
Mrs. Freeze assisted me with the sealing of an arrest record. My case was not simple nor was it straightforward. In addition, there was much opposition from the states side (although they had no legal grounds to oppose). Mrs. Freeze worked on this case for approximately 6 months, when it should have been less than 1 day. I can’t be thankful enough for the time, effort, and energy to resolved this matter on my behalf.
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Posted by Rosemary | March 3, 2023
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Excellent lawyer
Alicia Claire was an excellent attorney for me. She was professional, knowledgeable, and carried out her job with great success for my case. I would surely recommend her to friends and family.
Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2023
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Case was dismissed today!
I thought my life was over, Until i found the best lawyer in San Diego. I really took my time looking for a good criminal lawyer, I came across on her profile by accident and read alot of her reviews and very impressed of good reviews from her previous client .and gave her a call and met with her and she review my case. it took awhile but its worth the wait. Now my case got dismissed today dated 2/23/2023. Thank you so much Ms Alicia Freeze for your great service.
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Posted by Christopher | January 19, 2023
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Excellent from start to finish!
Ms. Freeze and her staff are kind and courteous, and possess a thorough understanding of the law. It is rare to find an attorney like Ms. Freeze who is as personable as she is professional. It gave me hope and comfort to know she was actively pursuing the resolution of my case. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of legal services.
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Posted by Antonia | December 12, 2022
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Outstanding attorney. Highly recommend.
Alicia is the best attorney I could have asked for to help me with my case. She was very personable, understanding and diligent in studying my case. Alicia did not have much time to prepare for my case, but her dedication on weekends and late nights proved itself in the court room. She is fearless and is able to think strategically on the spot in the court room. I would highly recommend Alicia to anyone who is seeking a restraining order, needs assistance in a criminal case or family law case. I plan to continue to partner with Alicia for future Family Law cases!
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Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2022
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HIGHLY RECOMMEND - Gets The Job Done
I was initially connected with Alicia after being strongly referred to her by a very established and well-connected business owner in Newport Beach who is a good family friend of mine. Upon being introduced, I have been working with Alicia on and off for roughly 3 1/2 years. To make the statement that she has completely saved my future would not be very far off from the spot on truth. The past 3 years for me has undoubtedly been the hardest, most stressful, and legally controversial time in my entire life. Throughout this short period of time I had been charged with 2 felonies, 1 misdemeanor, and 2 separate restraining orders. More specifically, I was facing criminal charges consisting of a Domestic-Violence Felony charge, a DUI Felony, and a Petty-Larceny Misdemeanor. While dealing with these charges, I had simultaneously been dealing with two Civil Restraining Order cases. Alicia not only represented me with every charge/case mentioned, but was able to get THEM ALL DISMISSED.....!!!!!! With regard to my Domestic-Violence Felony case and 2 DVRO's, Alicia truly listened to what I had to say and went the extra mile to fully understand every/all the facts involved in each case enabling her to see right through and expose the lies that had been brought against me. Her performance during each of my hearings clearly demonstrated this. I would also like to mention that despite everything I had been charged with, I NEVER ONCE felt negatively judged by Alicia. Throughout every step of my legal battles, it was always extremely clear that Alicia was on my side, and had my best interest at heart. She never failed to see straight through the BS of others making false accusations against you. All in all, Alicia is very intelligent, always acts in a professional manner, has well over a decade of experience, and is simply Incredible at what she does. She understands that bad things can happen to good people, and will fight to ensure that you have the best possible outcome, and protect your future. In summary, 2 criminal Felonies dismissed, 1 criminal misdemeanor dismissed, 2 Civil DVRO's dismissed. I think it goes without saying, I would recommend Alicia to essentially anybody dealing with similar matters. Thank you for all of your help Alicia.
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Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2022
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10/10. Highly Recommend!!
I hired Ms. Freeze for a review of a DUI plead that I had agreed to with a previous attorney I had hired. I felt that what I had initially been told and what I was in agreement with was not what I ended up receiving in court. She IMMEDIATELY went to court on my behalf and walked out of court with positive news for my professional endeavours. I later hired Ms. Freeze for a Civil Restraining Order case where I was the Petitioner. Ms. Freeze was communicative, thorough, and well prepared for court. She was clear during her cross, kept the Respondent on topic and objected at the right moments. She heard me out and understood the impact this person was having on my life. In both cases Ms. Freeze listened to my case, heard my concerns, took my personal accounts into consideration, and prevailed on my behalf!!
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Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2022
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First and Last
I’ve never been in real trouble with the law before. I did not know how to go about anything when it comes to legal business. I found Alicia and she was so absolutely caring and genuine to work with. She gave me wonderful representation and got me out of a pickle. I recommend Alicia to anyone looking for a genuine lawyer that will do right by you!
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Posted by Trina | August 16, 2022
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DEFINITELY CHOOSE ALICIA
10/10 I totally recommend Alicia Freeze! I just got done with court and it was dismissed!! Alicia was AMAZING with every part of this! Within one week of me hiring her I was in court and now it’s all behind me! Alicia told me what I needed and I made sure to get it to her- I was very impressed the way she delivered my case and the facts to the judge! I feel like I won the lottery of lawyers!
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Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2022
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A Great Attorney with Compassion and Persistence
Alicia Freeze has been an amazing attorney to work with. Even with court delays due to COVID, she was persistent in getting me updates on my case. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and experienced. I would use her again and highly recommend her to anyone.
Posted by Shelie | March 24, 2022
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Fantastic Attorney!
Alicia stuck by me through a very difficult matter. She stayed on a case that lasted well over a year and required multiple court appearances and yet never increased her fee. She is honest, kind, empathetic and extremely smart. I would recommend her to anyone!
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  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.6 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Law Office of Alicia C. Freeze, APC
  • 2016 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Law Offices Of Michael A. Scafiddi, Inc.
  • 2012 - Present

Education

  • California Western School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2011
  • Michigan State University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2007

Legal Cases

  • Attorney
  • Not Guilty Verdict

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2023
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2021
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2020
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2019
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (3)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Alicia is a smart, enthusiastic, careful and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney. She knows how to get the best result for her clients and will work hard to make it happen. I heartily endorse her."
Family Attorney | Aug 15
Relationship: Co-worker
"Alicia has a great work ethic, excellent presentation in the courtroom, attention to detail, and truly cares about her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Alicia took testimony and argued a motion for me as local counsel because I am based in Northern California. She did an outstanding job, putting in a huge amount of effort, taking on incredible opposition from the DA, and thanks to her, we won. My client was thrilled to work with her. I highly recommend Alicia, and look forward to working with her again."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Ms. Freeze since she began her career and have watched as she has become one of the most zealous advocates in all of San Diego. Whether it's a minor offense or a more serious crime I would recommend Alicia to anyone in need of a criminal defense lawyer in southern California."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Alicia is a fierce and knowledgeable advocate for her clients. She is in court on a regular basis and knows what she is doing. I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse Ms. Freeze wholeheartedly! She is an amazing lawyer with excellent communication and advocacy skills on behalf of her clients. She is one of the best and brightest in Southern California and her clients are lucky to have her as their lawyer!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Ms. Freeze. She is one the hardest working and most dedicated attorneys in the profession. If you are considering hiring her for your criminal case, rest assured you are in good hands."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Alicia is a thoughtful and motivated professional. She has excellent court presentation, case research and client management skills. She listens well to the needs of her clients and builds lasting bonds. She is an exceedingly pleasant person to deal with."
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 06
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms Freeze has a great desire to fight for her clients. She is a hard working advocate who cares greatly about her clients. She thinks out of the box to provide her clients the greatest chance of success. I highly recommend her !"
Criminal defense Attorney | Nov 03
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I've had the pleasure of working with Alicia on several criminal defense matters and have always been impressed with her strong work ethic, attention to detail, and desire to go the distance for her clients. I highly endorse Alicia."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 01
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"When one of my former clients picked up a case in San Diego, I contacted Alicia to see if she could handle it. She was very prompt in responding and saved me two trips to San Diego! Alicia has a perfect courtroom demeanor that i look for when associating with someone!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 26
Relationship: Co-worker
"Alicia is an excellent lawyer. What sets her apart from other attorneys is how much she cares about her clients and the work she does for them. She dedicates herself to her clients, and works most weekends, visiting clients in jail and working extra to make sure they get the very best defense. Alicia is knowledgeable about the court system in San Diego and has developed positive relationships with the prosecutors and judges. Having worked with Alicia for the last four year I can attest to her tenacity and dedication first hand and highly recommend her."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Alicia is everything you want in an attorney. She's well liked, well spoken, and most importantly well versed in the law. She knows the ins and outs of the San Diego Court system, and provides invaluable guidance on how to navigate a criminal case. I'd recommend her to anyone who has a case in the San Diego area!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"After 25 years as a solo-practitioner, it is great to collaborate on cases with someone that is so knowledgeable and energetic. Alicia is great."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Alicia is an energetic, competent, caring and zealous advocate. She runs her practice in a highly professional manner, demonstrating a strong command of criminal law. She is also adept at navigating her way through all courts in San Diego County resulting in favorable outcomes for her clients. I highly recommend Alicia."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 08
Relationship: Co-worker
"Alicia is a consummate professional and zealous advocate. She truly cares for her clients, and puts out maximum effort to ensure they receive justice. I would highly recommend Alicia to handle any of your criminal matters."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Alicia is a great lawyer with an engaging personality. She cares about her clients and works hard for them. I endorse her without hesitation."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 24
Relationship: Co-worker
"I have had the pleasure of working with Alicia. She is extremely tenacious and knowledgeable about the law. She forms great relationships with each of her clients, and they rave about her professional demeanor. I would highly recommend her services."
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San Diego Criminal defense Lawyer Alicia Claire Freeze
Alicia Claire Freeze
Criminal defense Attorney
San Diego, CA
Licensed for 11 years
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