Atty. Frieda Gordon
Frieda Gordon is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody, child visitation and 16 other areas of law. Frieda has been licensed for 42 years.
Child Custody & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Frieda Gordon at a Glance
Frieda Gordon is a General Partner based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Cooper-Gordon LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1985). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Frieda Gordon
- Frieda Gordon is a lawyer practicing divorce, child custody, child visitation and 16 other areas of law
- Frieda has been licensed for 42 years
- Frieda practices at Cooper-Gordon LLP in Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Frieda Gordon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frieda Gordon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Divorce in Santa Monica
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Frieda Gordon is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in California →
Wills in Santa Monica
Frieda Gordon is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →
Child Custody & Visitation in Santa Monica
Frieda Gordon is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in California →
Trusts in Santa Monica
Frieda Gordon is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →
Probate in Santa Monica
Frieda Gordon is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Monica are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Santa Monica Choose Frieda Gordon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Frieda Gordon's practice in the field of divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and probate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Frieda Gordon brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Frieda Gordon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, wills, and child custody, Frieda Gordon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means Frieda Gordon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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