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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
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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 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

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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.

Main office

Cohen & Associates, Inc.

2530 Wilshire Blvd., 3rd Fl.

Santa Monica, CA 90403

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Hiring guide

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

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