Ryan Phillip Friedman

Ryan Phillip Friedman

4.8
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 18 years

Immigration Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, Car Accidents

1383 Garden Highway, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA

About Ryan

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Immigration 50%

Defense of removal, asylum, and adjustment of status. Representation in front of USCIS, appeals, etc. Attorney Friedman employs two, full-time attorney employees who provide primary assistance on immigration matters.

19 years | 1,000 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 40%

All matters of criminal defense, with an emphasis on major felonies and minor cases where the accused cannot suffer any conviction due to collateral effects on career, licensing, and/or personal reputation.

19 years | 1,000 cases

40%
Car Accident 10%

We represent victims of car accidents, who are are not at fault for the loss of their personal property and who suffer personal injury at the hands of negligent 3rd parties.

19 years | 300 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Friedman Law Firm

1383 Garden Highway, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA, 95833

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Ryan Phillip Friedman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Violent Crime

Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2013 | Violent Crime

Case DISMISSED

Got charged with assault because my girlfriend's uncle lied to the cops. WAs arrested for two felonies but Ryan got me out on OR and eventually got the whole thing dismissed after he exposed the truth to the judge and DA.

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Ryan Phillip Friedman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brighton Hushing-Kline

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having worked with Ryan Friedman, I can say that he is a tough, aggressive attorney that is willing to put in the extra hours and miles for his clients."

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Kevin Harris

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Ryan P. Friedman as an extremely competent criminal defence attorney who works successfully to obtain the best outcomes possible for his clients. He has successfully received numerous acquittals or dismissals of cases for his criminal clients. He also has a good working relationship with the District Attorney Offices such that he can effectively obtain plea agreements which are good outcomes for his clients considering the circumstances of the charges and facts. He works around the clock for his clients. He is extremely thorough in his representation of his clients. I would readily refer anyone to him for criminal defence representation."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer for being a top-notch attorney in the community."

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Benjamin Scarfe

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Friedman is a formidable opponent who cares deeply for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Robert Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I opposed Ryan on a number of cases when he was a prosecutor. He was always ethical, fair-minded and prepared. I'm proud to welcome as a colleague now that he's joined the good guys!"

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Brandon Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"A very aggressive lawyer that works and fights hard for his clients. He is a lawyer that is willing to go to trial on matters. He really fights for his clients."

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Jonathan Durham

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former District Attorney Ryan Friedman understands the criminal justice system inside and out. He consistently gets great results for his clients. Ryan Friedman has tried over 20 jury trials and isn't afraid to take cases to trial when necessary. I highly recommend him."

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Gina Le

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ryan is a knowledgeable and caring attorney, who will work hard for you."

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Ned Ng

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the best Criminal Defense Attorneys in town. This is an attorney who provides aggressive representation for all clients. As a former District Attorney he knows the law, and knows how to make it work you. Highly recommended attorney in Sacramento."

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Susan Hearne

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He worked in a very busy DA's office and managed a variety of criminal cases from assaults, vehicle code, DUI, drugs, fights and Fish and Game cases. He was always able to think on his feet, and fight for his side. You'd be lucky to have this guy by your side in a court room. He is intelligent, honest and caring."

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Peter Brixie

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.He is very intelligent. He is diligent in pursuit of factual and procedural defenses. He is a former deputy district attorney and understands the inner processes of the various prosecutors' offices. I refer criminal cases to him and consult with him personally on criminal defense issues that may come up in my practice. He knows when to litigate, when to go to trial and when to plead."

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Bradford Weston

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ryan is a sharp, tough and skilled former District Attorney. He was also reasonable, forthright and was fun to work with due to his sense of humor, keen insight and shared interest in the law."

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Laureen Lane

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Mr. Friedman while he was a Deputy District Attorney and in his capacity as a Defense Attorney. As a defense attorney, Ryan has that extra edge due to his experience as a prosecutor. Ryan is known for his professionalism and a well-honed ability to negotiate."

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Geoff Dulebohn

General practice lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I unhesitatingly endorse Ryan Friedman. Mr. Friedman and I resolved numerous matters during his tenure as a local Deputy District Attorney. Now a private practitioner, his uncommon litigation experience brings a relatively unique perspective to offer his clients. In fact, very few attorneys have such a multidimensional skill-set as Ryan Friedman, which makes him an excellent choice. Call him to schedule a consultation."

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Charles Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had mutual clients with Attorney Ryan Friedman and they have all praised his work. I know Ryan to be Intelligent, experienced, and passionate about Criminal Law. I have noticed he doesn't do a lot of marketing and instead focuses on quality representation through hard work which results in word of mouth referrals sustaining his business which speaks volumes about the results he produces."

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John VanDervoort

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Ive known Ryan years. He used to be in Glenn County and was the best there. he is smart and hard working and has NO love for prosecutors!! Joe Vandervoort, Chico Ca www.duiking.com; drugczarus.com., fishandgameattorneys.com FORTY ONE YEARS"

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Joel Massae

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've known Mr. Friedman for several years and worked on opposite sides of the table. He is very efficient, practical and well spoken. Having a lawyer who will take your case to trial is invaluable and Mr. Friedman is that lawyer."

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Matthew Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Friend

"Mr. Friedman is a dedicated advocate who uses his past experiences in the DA's Office to defend his clients."

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Adam Solinger

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Susan Hearne

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Isabell Flores

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Robert Marshall

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Alan Donato

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Laureen Lane

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Bradford Weston

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Ernest Chen

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Geoff Dulebohn

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Brandon Williams

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ned Ng

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Jonathan Durham

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Peter Brixie

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Charles Hughes

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John VanDervoort

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Albert Smith

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2007

Public Service Award, U.C. Davis, School of Law

Work Experience

2008 - 2012

Senior Deputy District Attorney, Glenn County District Attorney's Office

2007 - 2008

Deputy District Attorney, Calaveras County District Attorney's Office

2006 - 2006

Law Clerk, Moldo Davidson Fraioli & Sestanovich

2006 - 2006

Legal Intern, Sacramento County District Attorney's Office

2005 - 2005

Legal Intern, United States District Court

Associations

2012 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2008 - 2012

California District Attorneys Association

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Winston

Found NOT GUILTY of the felony at jury trial.

People v. Brown

Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

People v. Chipman

Dismissed

People v. Plotnic

Reduced to simple misdemeanor, no jail.

People v. Cooper

Sales Allegation Dropped

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Education

N/A

UC Davis SOL King Hall

law

N/A

Carnegie Mellon Univ

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2014

Spring Symposium

How to testify as an effective, medical expert

Publications

Languages

English

Russian

Ukrainian

Armenian

Spanish

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