Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Salt Lake City Criminal Defense Attorney
Founded by attorney Brian Frees, our firm provides responsive, intelligent, and rigorous legal representation for clients facing criminal charges in Northern Utah. With a background as a Navy Senior Chief and former paramedic, I bring a unique perspective to defending DUI, drug crimes, assault, theft, and sex offense allegations. My mission is to prioritize client needs, leveraging extensive legal knowledge and experience to protect rights and futures. We handle juvenile defense, probation violations, family law, and Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases, serving clients from Farmington to Provo.Our approach combines assertive advocacy with clear communication, ensuring clients understand their options and risks. We offer free consultations and travel to meet clients when necessary, supporting out-of-state and international clients through modern communication tools. Our track record includes successfully challenging DUI cases through motions to suppress evidence and identifying procedural errors to prevent license suspensions. We serve a diverse clientele, including working people, business leaders, students, veterans, and families navigating traumatic legal challenges.
Services
DUI Defense
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Bankruptcy
Probation Violation
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer former Navy JAG Officer legal expertise in criminal defense.
- Our firm prioritizes client communication with direct attorney access.
- We handle complex DUI cases, including suppressing evidence and license protection.
- We serve out-of-state and international clients with remote consultations.
- Our track record includes dismissed charges and reduced penalties for clients.
What people say
Cared the most
License was not suspended
Case was thrown out
Fairly priced and delivered
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense service focuses on challenging evidence, procedural errors, and license suspension risks. We represent clients facing first-time or repeat DUI charges, including commercial drivers. With expertise in Utah's DUI laws, we file motions to suppress evidence, contest breath test violations, and negotiate reduced penalties.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients against misdemeanor and felony charges, including assault, drug crimes, theft, and sex offenses. Our approach combines legal knowledge with assertive advocacy to protect clients' rights in adult, juvenile, and drug courts. We handle probation violations and work to minimize long-term consequences.
Family Law
Our family law service addresses divorce, child custody, and domestic violence cases. We provide clear guidance on legal options while maintaining client confidentiality. The firm prioritizes negotiated settlements but prepares aggressively for court when necessary.
Bankruptcy
We assist clients with Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings to resolve overwhelming debt. Our service includes evaluating eligibility, preparing documentation, and representing clients in proceedings. We focus on providing a fresh financial start while protecting assets within legal limits.
Probation Violation
We defend clients accused of probation or parole violations, working to avoid incarceration. Our service includes reviewing alleged violations, negotiating with prosecutors, and presenting mitigation strategies in court to maintain probationary status.
People
Brian Frees
Attorney
Former Navy Senior Chief and JAG Officer Brian Frees founded Frees Law to provide assertive criminal defense in Utah. With paramedic experience, he uniquely understands legal and medical aspects of DUI and drug cases. He prioritizes direct client communication and has successfully dismissed charges through procedural challenges.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in Utah?
Contact Frees Law immediately to protect your rights. We'll review procedural errors, challenge evidence, and prevent license suspension through legal motions.
Can out-of-state clients receive legal representation?
Yes, we assist out-of-state and international clients through remote consultations using email and video conferencing tools.
How does Frees Law handle probation violation allegations?
We review alleged violations, negotiate with prosecutors, and present mitigation strategies in court to maintain probationary status and avoid incarceration.
What differentiates Frees Law from other criminal defense firms?
Our founder's Navy JAG experience, direct attorney access, and track record of dismissed charges through procedural challenges set us apart in Northern Utah.
Does Frees Law offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free consultations to discuss your case details, legal options, and potential strategies for resolving charges.
