Davida Michelle Frieman, Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury
Associate
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing criminal defense in Los Angeles since 2004.
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- Years practicing
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Davida Michelle Frieman is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Davida has over 22 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Davida Michelle Frieman: Davida Michelle Frieman is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Davida has over 22 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Davida takes on
Davida concentrates on criminal defense, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Davida handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Criminal Defense cases in Los Angeles, California
Davida takes criminal defense matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Davida agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Davida takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Davida agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Davida takes personal injury matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Davida agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Davida Michelle Frieman — criminal defense lawyer in Los Angeles
Davida Michelle Frieman is an associate based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Davida has over 22 years of legal experience.
Davida Michelle Frieman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, general litigation. Davida received a B.A. degree from Southern California College in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Davida practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Davida's approach to criminal defense cases
Davida Michelle Frieman is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, general litigation. Davida received a B.A. degree from Southern California College in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Davida practices in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases Davida takes
Davida reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, litigation, and personal injury matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 2003
Southern California College
B.A. · 1998
Jurisdictions
Davida's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
California
2004 · ACTIVE
Davida studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. in Southern California College.
Law school and academic background
Davida completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. in Southern California College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Davida runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Davida Michelle Frieman's office in Los Angeles
Davida's primary office is at 1 Unknown, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Davida Michelle Frieman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Davida usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Davida charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Davida's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Davida will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Davida
Davida discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Davida confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Davida's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Davida Michelle Frieman
How much does it cost to hire Davida for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Davida walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Davida offer a free consultation?
Davida charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Davida's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Davida's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in California typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Davida gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Davida take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Davida is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Davida will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Davida?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Davida will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Davida accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Davida's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Davida handles criminal defense matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified criminal defense attorneys in that community.
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- San Jose5,009 attorneys
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