New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney

Experience Isn't an Option — It's a Requirement.

Today's legal environment is highly complex, challenging and even intimidating. This is particularly true in criminal cases where a defendant can face the loss of important constitutional rights, the imposition of substantial financial penalties and the possibility of incarceration. Hiring an experienced Newark and New York City criminal attorney can make a big difference in the outcome of your case — whether you have just been charged with a crime, or if you are seeking to appeal a conviction.

The law firm of James S. Friedman, LLC provides personalized, efficient and cost-effective legal solutions in all criminal law matters in all trial and appellate courts in New Jersey, New York City, and other states. Contact New Jersey criminal defense lawyer James S. Friedman today.

Choose the Right Criminal Defense and Appeals Lawyer

The selection of an attorney in any criminal or appellate matter is a sensitive decision that can have a lasting impact upon your future. The law firm of James S. Friedman, LLC responds to client needs with this in mind. Working one-on-one with Mr. Friedman, clients benefit from his experience, assertive representation and commitment to their cause. Mr. Friedman takes the personal needs and individual circumstances of each client very seriously.

Appeals, Post-Conviction Matters and Criminal Defense

The firm does not distinguish between "large" and "small" cases. Rather, we provide a full range of advice and counseling services for clients facing criminal charges or dealing with the effects of a criminal conviction:

• Appeals : The firm handles state and federal appeals from criminal convictions of all trial courts throughout New Jersey and New York City, as well as appeals from criminal convictions of state and federal trial courts throughout the United States.
• Post-conviction motions and applications : Mr. Friedman provides clients with experienced representation in motions for post-conviction relief and other post-conviction applications. The firm also provides guidance in resolving probation and parole violations. Additionally, we represent clients seeking expungements of criminal records as well as post-conviction issues arising from convictions for sex offenses.
• Criminal defendants with special needs : Mr. Friedman works with clients who have special issues arising from convictions for sex offenses, including tiering proceedings and relocation applications. He also represents criminal defendants with drug or alcohol addictions, or mental health issues.
• General criminal defense : Mr. Friedman defends adult and juvenile clients against state and federal criminal charges in Essex, Passaic, Bergen, Morris, Union, Hudson, and other counties in New Jersey, in New York City, and other jurisdictions throughout the United States.

Compassionate, Candid and Realistic Counsel From a Newark State and Federal Charges Lawyer

Over the years, Mr. Friedman has handled many cases in which criminal behavior resulted from drug or alcohol dependency, addiction, or a mental health disorder. In such cases, Mr. Friedman may be able to help clients obtain treatment (instead of incarceration) to deal with their particular issues. As he does with all clients, Mr. Friedman offers individual attention, personalized service and a realistic evaluation of client options.

If you or a loved one has been charged with a state or federal crime, your choice of the right criminal defense lawyer can make a critical difference in the outcome of your case, as well as your entire future. James S. Friedman, LLC will provide you with strong, personalized criminal defense with this in mind. To schedule a consultation, contact Mr. Friedman online or call the law firm at 866-484-1906 (toll free).