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Born in New York City, Attorney Jesse Friedman grew up in Woodstock, NY. He attended Vassar College and later graduated from the State University of New York at New Paltz with a bachelor’s degree in political science, concentrating in international relations. Jesse enrolled in Vermont Law School and graduated cum laude in 2000. He was a member of Law Review in his second year. That same year, he became a staff attorney for the New Hampshire Public Defenders Office, where he fought for justice for his clients until 2007 when he became a managing attorney of the Laconia office of the New Hampshire Public Defender. In that role, Jesse has represented and supervised over 3000 cases ranging from juveniles to homicide. In 2019, Jesse opened his private law practice, Friedman & Bresaw, with his colleague John Bresaw, whom he regards as family. Together they have over 37 years of experience representing the highest profile cases in the State of New Hampshire.
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44 Main St, Meredith, NH, 03253
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Posted by Peter | August 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Jesse represented a family member. He was professional, easy to work with and was available anytime we had questions. Jesse took a a genuine interest in the case and kept everyone as relaxed as possible. In the end, I believe he was able to create the best outcome for the case.
Posted by Carrie | August 4, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Jesse Friedman was my lifeline during my drawn out divorce. He has compassion and works great under pressure. His turn around time was excellent. Hands down you can rely on him to get you to the end of any case! Your time and effort will never be forgotten Jesse!
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I was represented by Jesse Friedman for a situation that had no guaranteed outcome. I hired him because of his directness and knowledge of the problem because I could tell immediately that he understood my predicament and would do whatever required to assist me. There was, in fact, a positive outcom...
Posted by Molly | March 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Attorney Jesse Friedman represented me in a case that was very difficult. He put all the work in that needed to be done, he returned all calls promptly and he was able to navigate us to a deal that was better than I had ever hoped for. In a way, he saved my future. At times I can be high maintenance...
Posted by anonymous | January 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Jesse Friedman if you are looking for a lawyer who you can trust, who has extensive relationships in NH, and who is easy to communicate with. Jesse is thorough in everything that he does and is rigorous in his approach to achieving a beneficial outcome for his clients. Thanks Jes...
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2019 - Present
Partner, Friedman & Bresaw, PLLC
2007 - 2019
Managing Attorney, New Hampshire Public Defender Program
2000 - 2007
Staff Attorney, New Hampshire Public Defender Program
2020 - Present
New Hampshire Bar Association Board of GovernorsBelknap County Governor
2000 - Present
New Hampshire Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
New Hampshire Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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