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I am a criminal defense attorney with offices in New Brunswick, New Jersey. I represent criminal defendants in indictable/felony cases in all State and Federal courts throughout New Jersey and New York City, and in cases involving disorderly persons offenses, petty disorderly persons offenses, traffic matters and DWIs in all municipal courts in New Jersey.
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Acquired: 1995
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1992
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State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2006
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94 Church Street, Suite 302, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901
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Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
It was a great experience working with James Friedman. He is kind, compassionate, and great at what he does. He is very knowledgeable and experienced, and provides honest and clear advice. We transferred our cases from another defense attorney to him. We were extremely frustrated. He explained everyt...
Posted by anonymous | November 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Friedman worked hard to win my case. I was impressed how knowledgeable he was about the details of my Megan's Law case.
Posted by Eddie | September 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Very satisfied with the representation that Jim Friedman provided. I had him in mind for a long period of time and finally selected him for my legal proceedings. Jim is very knowledgeable and experienced, and provides honest and clear advice. He spent a lot of time during our initial meeting answerin...
Posted by Robert (not my real name) | August 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I made a huge mistake many years ago that resulted in a 3rd degree felony sex offense conviction and requirement to register under Megan's Law. The weight of this supervision destroyed my marriage, career and nearly my life. The attorney I initially used never explained any of the ramifications of ...
Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney
He got my case dismissed completely. He is very good at finding bureaucratic/ procedural mistakes in cases. Has a fine eye for detail and really negotiates in his clients behalf. Highly recommend.
"Mr. Friedman is a talented and hard working attorney with plenty of street smarts. A great combination for a criminal attorney. For an attorney, he is aggressive on behalf of his clients."
"Jim is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer, representing clients in areas involving appeals, trials, and Motion practice throughout the State of New Jersey. His experience in the Federal District Court, State Superior Courts and Municipal Courts provides his clients with a great resource to protect their rights and their freedom. A 'go-to' lawyer when you need a lawyer who will defend you."
"Anthony Iacullo and I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. We have known Jim from his days practicing in Essex and he is one of the finest attorneys around."
"I have known Jim Friedman since I started practicing law. We worked together as adversaries when I was an Assistant Prosecutor, and now as colleagues in the Criminal Defense Bar. Jim is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney who knows how to get results for his clients. I would highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a very experienced and well-known attorney. He fights hard for his clients."
"I worked with Jim for several years. I was always impressed with his zeal, his dedication, and his passion for helping his clients. He is a fine attorney and a good human being."
"Jim is a superb attorney. His work ethic, and the quality of his representation is consistently excellent. When we worked together, the partners at the firm entrusted him with their most challenging cases, and he obtained superb results, something that he continues to accomplish. He is detail-oriented, intelligent, and works well with clients. He is also a tireless advocate for those he represents. I recommend him without reservation."
"I have known Jim Friedman for my entire career. He is a dedicated litigator who always fights for his clients. Jim is an experienced attorney who will do everything he can to ensure the best results possible for his clients."
"I have known James Friedman for over 20 years. He is a highly competent attorney who fights vigorously for his clients. He is also a excellent appellate lawyer who I would highly recommend."
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1991
Moot Court Honor Society, Brooklyn Law School
1991
Philip Yonge Memorial Award for Bankruptcy and Commercial Law, Brooklyn Law School
1982
Founder's Day Award for Academic Achievement, New York University
2012 - Present
Criminal Justice Act Panelist, United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
2000 - Present
Attorney, James S. Friedman LLC
2000 - 2008
Pool Attorney, Essex County Public Defender's Office
1998 - 1999
Associate, Sternlieb & Dowd, LLC
1996 - 1998
Associate, Farer Siegal Fersko
1992 - 1995
Associate, Friedman Siegalbaum
1991 - 1992
Law Clerk, The Hon. Judith Wizmur, USBJ
2017 - Present
Middlesex County Bar Association, Criminal Trial Practice CommitteeCommittee Member
2016 - Present
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New JerseyMember
2016 - Present
Middlesex County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Not guilty after trial.
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
MA - Master of Arts
1982
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2005
Representing Criminal Defendants with Mental Health Issues
2004
Mental Health issues in Criminal Defense
1997
Family Medical Leave Act and Family Leave Act
2014
2005
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