Atty. Steven M. "Steve" Frei

Atty. Steven M. "Steve" Frei

Mr. Frei is a partner in Frei, Mims and Perushek, one of the most experienced personal injury law firms in Virginia.

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Profile Summary

About Steven M. "Steve" Frei at a glance

Steven M. "Steve" Frei is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Frei, Mims and Perushek LLP. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar, Hawaii, Hawaii State Bar Association, and Nebraska, Nebraska State Bar Association. Educated at University of Nebraska - Lincoln College of Law (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Frei is a partner in Frei, Mims and Perushek, one of the most experienced personal injury law firms in Virginia
  • Located in Fairfax, the firm has successfully resolved hundreds of cases involving personal injury and wrongful death, medical malpractice, products liability, and serious transportation accidents
  • Mr. Frei received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska in 1980 and his law degree from the University of Nebraska in 1983
  • He is licensed to practice law in the States of Virginia, Nebraska (inactive) and Hawaii (inactive) as well as in the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the Ninth and Fourth Circuits
  • He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Districts of Hawaii, the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia and the Greenbelt Division in Maryland
  • Mr. Frei is a member of the Virginia State Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the Fairfax County Bar Association
  • He is also a member of the Etheridge Society
  • He currently serves on the Legislative Committee of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and has Chaired the Torts section of that committee as well as being a member of VTLA’s Continuing Legal Education Committee
  • He has spoken on various topics related to his areas of practice at legal education seminars across the state

Practice Areas Explained

Steven M. "Steve" Frei's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven M. "Steve" Frei handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Steven M. "Steve" Frei is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven M. "Steve" Frei

Where is Steven M. "Steve" Frei's law office located?
Steven M. "Steve" Frei's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is Frei, Mims and Perushek LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven M. "Steve" Frei handle?
Steven M. "Steve" Frei focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
Where did Steven M. "Steve" Frei go to law school?
Steven M. "Steve" Frei earned their education at (J.D., 1991).
How can I contact Steven M. "Steve" Frei for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven M. "Steve" Frei received?
Steven M. "Steve" Frei's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska - Lincoln College of Law
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Washington (D.C.)
- 2021

Bar Admissions

Virginia, Virginia State Bar
Hawaii, Hawaii State Bar Association
Nebraska, Nebraska State Bar Association

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