Freda Lippert Thyden, General Attorney in Chevy Chase, Maryland

Freda concentrates on general and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Freda handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• General

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Freda's primary office is at 5425 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 600, Chevy Chase, MD, 20815. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Freda usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Freda discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Freda for a general case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Freda walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Freda offer a free consultation?

  Freda charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Freda's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Freda's current terms during booking.

• How long do general cases in Maryland typically take?

  Simple general 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. Freda gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Freda take my case if I'm outside Chevy Chase?

  Freda is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Freda 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 Freda?

  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. Freda will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Freda accepting new general clients right now?

  Freda's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.