Michael Robert Friedman

Michael Robert Friedman

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime

3175 Shallowford Road, Atlanta, GA

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 26 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1999

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 3 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2022

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 28 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1997

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Michael R. Friedman - Friedman Legal

3175 Shallowford Road, Atlanta, GA, 30341

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Michael Robert Friedman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Juan | December 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Call this dude

Mike is a smart motherf$cker. he knows his stuff. I got jammed up and was in deep, he knew everyone and got me fixed up. It wasn't cheap but it was all good. I hope I don't need that sh!t again but if I do, I will call him

Posted by Andrew | April 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Straightforward, honest, and knowledgeable attorney.

I have been in very bad situations and had serious and complex charges against me.. all hope was lost when my first attorney at the time failed to communicate with me and my family. I had to sit in jail and wait to hear of any news of court dates or proceedings. I decided to fire my attorney at the t...ime and was referred to Michael Friedman by a family friend. Michael was honest and straight-forward and he was also very thorough in explaining the in's and outs to me and had me in front of a judge right away. He stayed in touch with me and my family and answered any questions, even got me a bond something my previous attorney failed to do. I Am blessed to have had an attorney like Michael and will continue to ask for his aid if a problem arises in the future. I recommended Michael to friends and family in need of legal help and they always got the best outcome, couldn't be more satisfied with knowing a very solid attorney.

Posted by Steve | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best lawyer in Atlanta

Michael Friedman is the best lawyer in the Atlanta area. He helped me get home when all hope was lost. I consider him as great friend and a really understanding guy. He is straight forward and tell you if he can handle a case or not. If you are in a tight legal situation I highly recommend hiring... Mike. He understands the legal system and his straight forward explanation of a situation is a gift that no one should take for granted. Please if you are looking for a crimson defense lawyer I highly recommend Mike, you will not regret it

Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense

BEST LAWYER IN THE WORLD!!!

Mr. Friedman is very cool, confident and patient. I recommend anybody to use him as a defense attorney, he has done miracles for me. If I ever was to get arrested again this man would be the first person I call. I thought I was going to go to jail but when I went to court he did the impossible. Trust... me if you are reading this looking for a lawyer call him NOW!!

Posted by Jon | December 05, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Mr Friedman is relentless in his defense of his clients

I have used Mr. Friedman's services on two occasions. I have found Mr Friedman to be very approachable, available to answer questions in layman terms, and absolutely relentless in his defense of my cases. I highly recommend Mr. Friedman for criminal cases in the Atlanta area.

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Michael Robert Friedman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marcia Shein

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a friend and colleague. We have worked cases together and he is one of the top federal criminal defense trial lawyers I know. He speaks Spanish and fights for his client. He is an intimidating presence to the government in the courtroom and knows the law."

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David Kennedy

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michael Friedman is an excellent criminal defense attorney who works hard for his clients. He knows how to handle complex cases in federal and state courts. I have had the pleasure of working with Michael Friedman for over 5 years, and have seen his work for over 10 years. This is an attorney who is respected by judges and other attorney's alike, and who works tirelessly for his clients. He speaks fluent Spanish as well. I highly recommend Michael Friedman for all your criminal defense needs."

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Kevin Haviv

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mike is an excellent lawyer who fights hard for his clients. I have seen him handle extremely complex criminal matters with great finesse, a testament to his confidence and ability. I would highly recommend if you find yourself in need of top notch criminal defense."

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Mark Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Michael Friedman is an excellent and dedicated attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. Michael's ability to speak fluent Spanish only enhances his relationship with his Hispanic client base and provides the necessary trust and respect that has made Michael Friedman such a successful attorney for over 15 years in the Atlanta area."

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Elizabeth Brandenburg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is a great lawyer. I am happy to work with Mike when given the opportunity as he is a superb litigator, and fights for his clients with everything he has."

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Diana Grant

Unknown lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Marcia Shein

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David Kennedy

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Kevin Haviv

Unknown lawyer

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Mark Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Associations

1999 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Education

1994

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

State University of New York, Albany

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

Portuguese

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