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Brian Clifford Freeman

42 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law...
District of Columbia, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania

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Ira Treuhaft June 11, 2021

Rating: 10

Mr. Freeman was an effective adversary on a recent case. He represented his client effectively, with dignity and had the respect of myself and the Judge. I would recommend him highly to others. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

Opposing counsel on a matter.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

Mr. Freeman represented an adversary who was the spouse of a client of mine.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2019-2021

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Freeman was an effective adversary on a recent case. He represented his client effectively, with dignity and had the respect of myself and the Judge. I would recommend him highly to others.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Freeman has complete knowledge of the law, practice and procedure.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. Freeman is accurate on his legal analysis. He is aware of the latest trends of the law.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Freeman is a good advocate for his clients. He is able to present their case effectively.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. Freeman is ethical and conducts himself in a manner above reproach.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Matrimonial/Family Law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Litigation

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Frank P Marciano January 30, 2020

Rating: 10

A lawyer should represent more than his client a lawyer should represent truth and honesty. Brian is down to earth when dealing with the realities of a family law practice but always dignified in his transactions with others. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Brian and I have busy Family Law practices in Hudson County

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

We have been opposing counsel on a good amount of matters over the years.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Jan 2010 until the present time, we are now working on a few cases as opposing counsel.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

The best family law attorneys are focused on the end result, not the interim litigation, Brian and his firm work with me and our clients to see how we can arrive at a settlement before depositions, before experts and in that way the clients are happy to get the divorce over.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

His confidence in knowing the law allows him to get right to the points of contention so that no time is wasted on frivolities.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

His confidence in knowing the law allows him to get right to the points of contention so that no time is wasted on frivolities.

Communication Skills: Excellent

You can count on Brian and his office to return calls and respond to letters in a prompt and professional time period.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Brian is a man of his word. When he says his client will sell the house, you know that the client will sell that house. Powerful.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Divorce, child support, custody, business matter, dog law (we had a few of these) ,

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Client Relations
Collaboration
Dispute Resolution
Document Review
Emotional Intelligence
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Litigation
Mediation
Negotiation
Trials

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Brian Freeman is an attorney that other attorneys should be proud to know, his intelligence, honor and wry sense of humor make working with him a pleasure.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Maximillian A. Novel January 2, 2019

Rating: 10

Brian freeman is an excellent attorney and I would recommend him without hesitation. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Co counsel

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Different Client, Same Side of Case

Codefendants

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
July 2018

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Excellent advocacy on behalf of clients and is captivating in court.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Excellent knowledge of the law that is recognized among the community.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Excellent legal analysis. A very brilliant legal mind that is creative and resourceful.

Communication Skills: Excellent

This attorney possesses excellent communication skills with clients and in court.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Excellent ethical standards and utmost respect for the profession.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family law.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
Brian Freeman is an excellent advocate and tough opponent in court. I would recommend Brian without hesitation.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Kristofher Beralo December 12, 2018

Rating: 10

Mr. Freeman has a certain presence in court that allows his clients to feel at ease during their cases. I've seen Mr. Freeman talk to his clients as individuals with their own sets of problems and actually listens to them. Best of all, Mr. Freeman knows the law and would not waste time settling a clients matter. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

I had the pleasure of being opposing counsel to Mr. Freeman on a few legal matter.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

Mr. Freeman and I represented opposing parties in multiple family matters.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2017 till present.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Freeman advocates for his clients and takes an approach that would be most beneficial to them. He is very knowledgable with the law and knows how to effectively apply it to his cases. His experience and the way he respectfully treats clients and adversary makes it a pleasure to work with or against him.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

I often ask Mr. Freeman about his opinions on certain legal matters whenever I run into him in the courtroom.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. Freeman knows how to apply the law to his cases and ensures that his clients gets the best outcome.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Freeman ensures that anyone listening to him understands what it is he is trying to say. Mr. Freeman communicates with everyone in a respectful manner.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

From my experience with Mr. Freeman he is at all times very professional when dealing with people.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family Law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
I have nothing but good things to say about Mr. Freeman. Any individual looking for a true advocate for their case should look no further.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Franz Cobos November 29, 2018

Rating: 10

Mr. Freeman is one of the best attorneys that I have come across in New Jersey and New York. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

Adversary in prior legal proceedings.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

Mr. Freeman represented the opposing party in a divorce proceeding.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
July 16, 2018

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Freeman is an effective, articulate, and respectful litigator.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Freeman understood the rules of court, evidence, case law and statutory law. This allow for a learned discussion with him during the case and eventual resolution of our case in a mutually beneficially manner.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Our case involved a complicated alimony and custody fact pattern that we were eventually able to resolve.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Freeman was able to convey his client's position effectively without hostility and from a standpoint of reason.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. Freeman's demeanor was cordial and proper throughout our entire case.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family Law, Divorce case.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Appeals
Arbitration
Business Advising
Client Relations
Collaboration
Dispute Resolution
Document Review
Drafting
Emotional Intelligence
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Mediation
Negotiation
Oral Argument
Problem Solving
Project Management
Transactions
Trials
Use of Technology

Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
I would absolutely recommend Mr. Freeman to my family and friends.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Michael Pastacaldi November 4, 2018

Rating: 10

He is a passionate advocate for his clients and an experienced lawyer. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

Fellow lawyer in the community

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

was opposing counsel in a violation of restraining order matter

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Several years ago in a violation of a restraining order case. I covered a matter for a fellow attorney in which this lawyer was my adversary. I also frequently see him in the courthouse when we have cases on before the same judge.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

He is a fierce advocate for his client and very professional lawyer.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

He is an experienced lawyer particularly in the area of family law and violation of restraining orders

Legal Analysis: Excellent

He is very familiar with case law as it pertains to family law in custody matters.

Communication Skills: Excellent

He is an excellent advocate, particularly at oral argument when in court.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

In the matter I dealt with him, he exhibited professional in our negotiations.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
family law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Mediation
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Brian Iton July 22, 2018

Rating: 10

Brian is a consummate professional as an advocate and skilled negotiator. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

I know Brian as opposing counsel.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

Brian and I were on opposite sides in a high-conflict child custody, parenting time, and child support case

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
We have had cases as far back as 2013 and as recently as 2018.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Brian was diligent in pursuing his client's interests and arriving at a fair settlement of the issues.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Brian has broad legal knowledge in family law and related areas.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Brian has top skills in the area of legal analysis and issue identification.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Brian has enhanced communication skills, and excellent oral presentation of his client's positions.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

I have always known Brian to be extremely professional and ethical in his dealings with me and the court.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
I would recommend Brian in the areas of family law and related areas.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Appeals
Arbitration
Business Advising
Client Relations
Collaboration
Dispute Resolution
Document Review
Drafting
Emotional Intelligence
Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
Legal Research
Legal Writing
Litigation
Negotiation
Oral Argument
Problem Solving
Pro Bono and Community Services
Project Management
Transactions
Trials
Use of Technology
Other

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Adam Brown May 21, 2018

Rating: 10

I gave the top rating because of the breadth of experience exemplified in his practice. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Presently working as an associate.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

Presently working as an associate.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Presently working together.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Very thorough and detail oriented, which is important in fact-sensitive cases.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Many years of experience exemplifies the breadth of legal knowledge in handling cases.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Very open minded to new cases, and knowledgeable of changes in the law.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Operates a thriving practice, and still has a 24/hr return call policy.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Puts clients first, treating people with care, and mindful of their needs.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Family, Landlord Tenant, Personal Injury, Wills.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Maurice Giro March 18, 2018

Rating: 10

Brian is a fantastic attorney and clients who choose to work with him will be well taken care of. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I used to work with Brian and I have been his adversary on cases as well.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client
Opposing Client

I used to work with Brian and I have been his adversary on cases as well.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2007-2008

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Brian is a terrific advocate for his clients and was very reasonable to work with.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Brian is very experienced and knowledgable about the law. He is a good attorney.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Brian is very experienced and knowledgable about the law. He is a good attorney.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Brian is a terrific advocate for his clients and was very reasonable to work with.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Brian has always acted with the outstanding professionalism whenever I have worked with him.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
family law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Santo Artusa Jr. February 28, 2018

Rating: 10

I gave him the highest rating because he tries his best in every case and deals with lawyers and judges very well, which is important View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Other

opposing counsel on cases

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Opposing Client

We had a divorce case against each other

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
01/15/2018

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mr. Freeman is a reasonable person looking to help clients as best he can and does a very good job.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Freeman has been practicing for many years and he knows the law in the cases he works on.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

He can handle easy and complex cases as he has studied and learned the law over many years

Communication Skills: Excellent

He is very good at returning calls and meeting with clients to discuss issues

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

He is ethical and very professional. He is passionate about his cases and does so ethically

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Divorce and Family law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

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