Ian N. Friedman

The spirit that runs through and guides the team at Friedman Nemecek Long & Grant is deeply rooted in a legacy that began in 1983. At just 13 years old, Ian N. Friedman, the Founding and Managing Partner, demonstrated this spirit as a 6th-grade student, passionately arguing against capital punishment. This same unwavering commitment to justice continues to inspire and drive the team in every case they handle today. Mr. Ian Friedman is one of the most sought after criminal defense lawyers in the country. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Mr. Friedman has served as chief legal counsel on behalf of individuals and entities from coast to coast and as far as Europe, Asia, and South America. Very early into his career, Mr. Friedman earned a fierce reputation for his skill in the courtroom, successfully taking on cases that were widely seen as unwinnable. His style is known to be out-of-the-box, aggressive, and comprehensive. Regularly called upon to teach lawyers, young and old alike, Mr. Friedman always emphasizes the need for tireless preparation. That commitment to preparation is afforded every client in every matter. While no lawyer can promise a result to a potential client in their case, Mr. Friedman does make a number of promises to each person, their colleagues, and families when first meeting with them. There is a great physical and emotional toll taken on a person and their loved ones when a public prosecution is commenced. Even if eventually acquitted, people’s reputation, businesses, finances, and physical well-being are compromised. Recognizing this, Mr. Friedman and his team of lawyers mount an immediate strategy and attack aimed at preventing a case from even getting off the ground.