Sari Martin Friedman

Sari Martin Friedman

4.7
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 45 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Garden City, NY
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody

666 Old Country Road, Suite 704, Garden City, NY

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 45 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Friedman & Friedman PLLC, Attorneys at Law

666 Old Country Road, Suite 704, Garden City, NY, 11530

Friedman & Friedman PLLC, Attorneys at Law

120 Bloomingdale Road, Suite 307, White Plains, NY, 10605

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Sari Martin Friedman's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

40 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Dave | June 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended

Sari is an EXCELLENT attorney. I used her for both of my divorces and she is as good as it gets!! Sari’s decades of knowledge and wisdom were truly impressive and she is a real fighter. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!

Posted by Kofi | August 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The Best !!!

Was confused and lost until i met Sari on one of her virtual Father's Right meetings on the last Thursday of every month Sometime last year June. She answered all my questions and was extremely knowledgeable . She was frank and honest. Eventually, when i had my consultations with her, i decid...ed to retain her firm and "oh boy , that's one of the best decisions" i have ever had to make thus far". My representation by Crystal Parnell was not only professional, she treated me as though i was the only client she had. She showed empathy, listened to what i had to say and never, at any point did i feel rushed. Crystal will always return my emails and phone calls promptly. Not to mention the fact that , she is fierce and well vested in child custody cases. I am glad Crystal and Sari were on my side because they represented me very well and i am happy with the legal service /representation that was provided me. The office staff were also very professional anytime i will call the office. Even though , i never met Jason, he was very professional in his emails and to Sari, the staff in general and CRYSTAL in particular, thank you , thank you for fighting for me and encouraging me when i wanted to give up. I will recommend Sari's law firm without hesitation to anyone

Posted by Karen | January 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Happily Divorcced

Before I met Sari I heard wonderful things about her and her firm. Upon our first meeting I knew she was the attorney I needed to battle my divorce. She fought for me throughout the whole process. Her expert knowledge of the law, immediate response time day or night, amazing ability to negotiate, and... strong willed approach combined together made my settlement such a success. I could always count on Sari’s kindness and patience when guiding me or explaining information. When I first walked into Sari’s office I had expectations that she said were obtainable. The settlement of my divorce far exceeded my expectations. Sari was able to keep me and my children from testifying in court and I received more than I anticipated in my settlement. In addition to Sari being an amazing attorney, her office staff is also wonderful. I worked with other lawyers on her team and they were fantastic. Overall, I highly recommend the law firm of Friedman & Friedman.

Posted by Susan | May 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank you

I cannot say enough good things about Friedman & Friedman. Going through a divorce is horrible but having an attorney that provides expertise, guidance, and patience makes the ordeal a bit less painful. The firm of Friedman& Friedman provide all of those things. Sari Friedman is a no-nonsense at...torney who tells you what you can expect not just what you want to hear. She prepares you to deal with the financial aspects of the process by letting you know what the law is and what possible mitigations exist for your individual case. She is a seasoned attorney and her experience and reputation are invaluable. She also has a staff that is marvelous and if you are lucky enough to have her assign Jennifer Moran to your case you will be in the hands of someone who is organized, efficient, experienced and supportive. She is able to deal with the most difficult and frustrating of opposing counsel and protects her clients interest all the way. She gives you her legal advice but accepts that you will make your own decisions when it comes to what you can live with or cannot accept. While no one will ever be 100% happy with what the courts decide in terms of maintenance, division of property, etc. or how settlement negotiations play out, you have the best chance of getting the best possible outcome when you have the law firm of Friedman & Friedman as your attorney. I am forever grateful to Sari and Jennifer for the representation, diligence, guidance and support they provided to me during my divorce proceedings. I recommend them highly to anyone, man or woman, that finds themselves at threshold of divorce.

Posted by Brian | January 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Experienced and straight forward.

I came to my divorce in a state of shock and disbelief and was very nervous. Sari told me from the first consult to "meet this situation head-on". I wish I had taken her advice, because it would have saved me time and money. While not accepting what was being demanded from my now ex-wife, I wasted a ...lot of time wishing things were different. Sari and her team have lots of experience and good advise to give for any situation that presents itself when it comes to a divorce. They always made me feel like I was in good hands.

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Sari Martin Friedman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Todd Zimmer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working on several cases with Sari Friedman, Esq. over the years. I have always found her to be a knowledgeable, hard-working attorney who works tirelessly as an advocate for her clients. She is extremely well regarded in the community of divorce and family law attorneys we both operate within. Without reservation, I would fully recommend Sari and am happy to give her my endorsement."

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Latonia Early

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Many years ago, when I was a young lawyer, I had a case with with Sari that involved a contested custody litigation. As an adversary, I found her to be a tenacious advocate for her client, while exhibiting the highest level of professionalism and ethical behavior. Now that I work for her many years later, my admiration and respect for her legal acumen and trial skills have only increased. No one will work harder to meet the goals of their client, while assisting the client in being mindful of the practicality of those goals and how they fit that client's life plan."

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Katherine Ryan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Sari has extensive experience and zealously advocates for her clients. She is well respected in the community."

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Andrea Friedman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Sari is a true advocate and superior attorney!"

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Andrea Friedman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Todd Zimmer

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2016

New York Family Business Award Honoree, Smart CEO Magazine

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in NY, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Leadership in Law Award, New York's Women's Leaders in the Law

2016

Top Rated Lawyers, New York's Legal Leaders

2015

Top Rated Lawyers, New York's Legal Leaders

2015

Best Attorneys of America, Rue's Ratings

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Premier 100 Trial Attorneys in NY, American Academy of Trial Attorneys

2015

Top 100 Lawyers (Matrimonial & Family Law), National Advocates

2015

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who

2015

Who's Who as a Top Attorney in North America, Who's Who

2014

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Leadership in Law Award, New York's Women's Leaders in the Law

2014

Super Lawyer, New York Metro

2013

Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel

2012

Leadership in Law Award, Long Island Business News

2012

Listed, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

1999

Honoree, National Association of Women Business Owners

Work Experience

1984 - Present

Founding Attorney, Friedman & Friedman PLLC, Attorneys at Law

1980 - 1984

Clerk, Appellate Division Second Department

Associations

1990 - Present

Fathers' Rights Association of NY State & Long Island

General Counsel

1981 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Tolbert v. Scott

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Education

1980

Hofstra University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Hofstra University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Marino Institute of Continuing Education Seminars

Divorce Law, The Basics

2015

Marino Institute for Continuing Legal Education

Matrimonial Law

2014

Marino Institute of Continuing Education Seminars

How to Draft Agreements

2014

Marino Institute of Continuing Education Seminars

How to Handle a Matrimonial Client

Languages

English

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