Business Details
Trusted Legal Representation in Southern California
Freeman & Borthwick is a boutique litigation and transactional law firm with over two decades of experience providing personalized legal representation in California. Our practice focuses on personal injury, family law, estate planning, workers' compensation, and wage disputes, serving clients across Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties. We combine aggressive advocacy with accessible service through multiple office locations and evening/weekend appointments.Our commitment to client-centered representation includes house calls when needed and transparent communication directly with attorneys. With recognition as a 3 Best Rated Lawyer and inclusion in Worldwide Who's Who, we deliver results-driven legal solutions while maintaining reasonable rates and flexible payment options.
Services
Personal Injury
Family Law
Estate Planning
Workers' Compensation
Wage Disputes
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized attention from experienced attorneys
- Our team has over 20 years of combined legal experience
- We maintain local office locations for client convenience
- We provide flexible appointment scheduling including evenings/weekends
- Our rates remain reasonable with available payment plans
Associations and certifications
- Worldwide Who's Who Life Time Achievement
- 3 Best Rated Lawyers
What people say
Personalized attention
Successful outcomes
Legal expertise
Responsive communication
Compassionate representation
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in personal injury cases including paralysis/amputations, fire injuries, wrongful death, and work-related accidents. Our team handles serious injury claims from rear-end collisions to dog bites, ensuring fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With extensive courtroom experience, we negotiate with insurance companies and litigate when necessary to protect client rights.
Family Law
Our family law practice covers divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division. We handle prenuptial agreements, adoptions, and post-divorce modifications with sensitivity to emotional complexities. Our approach balances compassionate guidance with aggressive advocacy to protect client interests in custody disputes, support determinations, and asset division matters.
Estate Planning
We provide comprehensive estate planning including wills, living trusts, and advance healthcare directives. Our services cover probate administration, conservatorships, and durable power of attorney arrangements. We help families establish comprehensive estate plans to ensure asset protection and smooth succession while minimizing tax implications and family conflicts.
Workers' Compensation
We advocate for injured workers in claims involving occupational injuries, repetitive stress disorders, and workplace accidents. Our representation includes navigating the claims process, appealing denied benefits, and securing appropriate medical treatment and compensation. We handle cases from initial filing through appeals to ensure clients receive rightful benefits.
Social Security Disability
We assist clients with Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applications. Our services include appeals for denied claims, hearings representation, and documentation preparation. We focus on demonstrating medical eligibility and work history requirements to secure disability benefits for clients unable to maintain gainful employment.
People
Freeman & Borthwick
Attorney
With over 20 years of legal experience, Freeman & Borthwick specializes in personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California, he serves multiple counties with personalized representation. His career includes successful outcomes in complex litigation and transactional matters, earning recognition in professional directories and client testimonials.
Questions
What practice areas does Douglas Borthwick handle?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, estate planning, workers' compensation, and wage disputes.
Which counties do you serve?
We serve Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties in California.
Are payment plans available?
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans and accept all major credit cards.
Do you offer evening/weekend appointments?
Yes, we provide appointments during evenings and weekends for client convenience.
Can you make house calls?
Yes, we offer house calls when necessary to accommodate client needs.
