Ira Alex Freydkis, ADR Attorney in Santa Monica, California
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Car Accidents, and Litigation
AttorneyatCohen & Associates, Inc.
Santa Monica, CA
Practicing adr in Santa Monica since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Ira Alex Freydkis is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Car Accidents, and Litigation. Ira has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Associates, Inc..
- Based in
- Santa Monica, CA
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- ADR · Car Accidents · Litigation
- Handles ADR, Car Accidents, and Litigation matters from Santa Monica, CA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ira Alex Freydkis: Ira Alex Freydkis is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Car Accidents, and Litigation. Ira has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Associates, Inc..
Areas of practice
Ira's practice areas in Santa Monica
Ira concentrates on adr, car accidents, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ira handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Car Accidents
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Slip & Fall
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ADR cases in Santa Monica, California
Ira takes adr matters in Santa Monica, 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 Ira agrees to represent you.
Car Accidents cases in Santa Monica, California
Ira takes car accidents matters in Santa Monica, 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 Ira agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Santa Monica, California
Ira takes litigation matters in Santa Monica, 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 Ira agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Santa Monica, California
Ira takes medical malpractice matters in Santa Monica, 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 Ira agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Santa Monica, California
Ira takes personal injury matters in Santa Monica, 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 Ira agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ira Alex Freydkis, adr attorney serving Santa Monica
Ira Alex Freydkis is an attorney based in Santa Monica, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, Car Accidents, and Litigation. Ira has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohen & Associates, Inc.. Ira works from Santa Monica, California and takes on adr matters across the region.
Ira Alex Freydkis is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, construction disputes and 5 other areas of law. Ira received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years. Ira practices at Cohen & Associates, Inc. in Santa Monica, CA.
How Ira handles adr matters
Ira Alex Freydkis is a lawyer practicing arbitration, mediation, construction disputes and 5 other areas of law. Ira received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years. Ira practices at Cohen & Associates, Inc. in Santa Monica, CA.
The kind of cases Ira takes
Ira reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, car accidents, and litigation matters in Santa Monica and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ira studied and practices
Golden Gate University School of Law
J.D. Pepperdine · 1982
San Francisco State University
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Ira's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1984 · ACTIVE
California
1984 · ACTIVE
Ira studied at J.D. Pepperdine in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.A. in San Francisco State University.
Law school and academic background
Ira completed J.D. Pepperdine in Golden Gate University School of Law and B.A. in San Francisco State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ira runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Ira's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California American Bar Association California Trial Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Ira Alex Freydkis's office in Santa Monica
Ira's primary office is at 2530 Wilshire Blvd., 3rd Fl., Santa Monica, CA, 90403. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cohen & Associates, Inc.
2530 Wilshire Blvd., 3rd Fl.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
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How to hire Ira Alex Freydkis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ira usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ira charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ira'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; Ira will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Santa Monica, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Ira
Ira discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Ira confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ira's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ira Alex Freydkis
How much does it cost to hire Ira for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ira walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ira offer a free consultation?
Ira charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ira's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Ira's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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. Ira gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ira take my case if I'm outside Santa Monica?
Ira 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 — Ira 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 Ira?
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. Ira will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ira accepting new adr clients right now?
Ira's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Santa Monica, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Ira handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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