Robert Friedman

Robert Friedman

4.8
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 47 years

Probate Lawyer at Williamsville, NY
Practice Areas: Probate, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury ... +4 more

8207 Main Street, Suite 13, Williamsville, NY

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 20%

47 years

20%
Probate 20%

47 years

20%
Elder Law 10%

47 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 47 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1979

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Friedman & Ranzenhofer,PC

8207 Main Street, Suite 13, Williamsville, NY, 14221

Friedman & Ranzenhofer,PC

74 Main Street, PO Box 31, Akron, NY, 14001-0031

Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC

70 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202

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Robert Friedman's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2009 | Wills & Living Wills

Positive experience

My husband and I have been clients of Mr. Friedman's for several years. He has been very helpful in putting together and updating our wills, helping us through the purchase of 2 homes, and getting a small business off the ground. Mr. Friedman is a good listener and really cares about his clients. H...e is also very intelligent and business-savvy.

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2009

Real Estate Counsel

I recently used the services of Robert Friedman of Friedman & Ranzenhoffer, PC and found the service and counsel to be excellent. Throughout the process we had questions that were answered promptly and appropriately. We would definitely recommend to friends and business associates.

Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2009 | Real Estate

Review for Robert Friedman

We have worked with Bob for many years. He has always been responsive and knowledgeable regarding our legal needs. Bob has handled a variety of legal issues for us, including real estate closings, rental property, estate and probate closing, and sales tax concerns.

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Robert Friedman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Vincent LoTempio

Unknown lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert. He is of excellent character and highly intelligent. He has a wealth of experience and provides exceptional service to his clients."

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Timothy Dwan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bob Friedman for many years and I have always been impressed with his preparation and vast knowledge of DWI law."

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Michael Dwan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Friedman is one of the most respected DWI attorneys in Western New York. You can't go wrong with this man in your corner."

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Peter Fiorella

Probate lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer as Bob Friedman has always represented his clients with the utmost integrity while being constructive to settle contested estates in which there is a difference of opinion regarding issue resolution among surviving family members."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Aaron Harper

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Timothy Vanderweert

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred clients to Robert in the past. He has a well-deserved reputation as an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly."

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Steve Boyd

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Whitbeck

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He has a great command of the law and the highest ethical standards."

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Jeffrey Freedman

Real estate lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bob Friedman is an outstanding lawyer. I would highly reccommend him. WNY is a better place because of Bob Friedman."

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Carl Spector

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked along with Robert on several matters in the last few years. Robert is an intelligent, creative and compassionate attorney. Robert is very open to other people's ideas and opinions and he is a great leader. I would like to endorse Robert Friedman in the highest of terms."

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Timothy Dwan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Fiorella

Probate lawyer

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Anne Downey

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Raymond Walter

Elder law lawyer

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Jeremy Richards

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Steve Boyd

Power of attorney lawyer

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Michael Mohun

Criminal defense lawyer

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Horace Gioia

Real estate lawyer

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Carl Spector

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Town Prosecutor, Town of Newstead

1979 - Present

Attorney, Friedman & Ranzenhofer, PC

1998 - 2003

Town Attorney, Town of Clarence

1998 - 2007

Legal Counsel, Town of Clarence, County of Erie IDA

1988 - 2008

Prosecuting Attorney, Village Of Akron

1985 - 2004

Prosecuting Attorney, Town Of Clarence

Associations

1979 - Present

New York State Bar Association

American Bar Association

Member

Genesee County Bar Association

Bar Association of Erie County

2007 - 2008

Prosecutors Association of Western New York

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

Lakeshore of NY, LLC

Settled

Matter of Walter

The Erie County Supreme Court revoked the power of attorney

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Education

1977

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

State University of New York at Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Buffalo Investors & Exchangors Group

How to Avoid Probate & Estate Taxes

2009

FOURTEEN WAYS TO PRESERVE YOUR ASSETS WITH THE NEW MEDICAID LAWS

New Medicaid Laws

Publications

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Buffalo News Real Estate Law newspaper column

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Book The Upstart Small Business Legal Guide

Activity

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