Atty. Richard James Friedman

Atty. Richard James Friedman

Richard James Friedman is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, child custody and 3 other areas of law. Richard has been licensed for 18 years.

Hamburg Hamburg 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Richard James Friedman at a glance

Richard James Friedman is an Associate based in Hamburg, New York, practicing at Dennis Gaughan Attorneys. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York United States District Court for the Western District of New York (2008). Educated at University at Buffalo Law School J.D. (—). Serands clients in Hamburg, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard James Friedman is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, child custody and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard has been licensed for 18 years
  • Richard practices at Dennis Gaughan Attorneys in Hamburg, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard James Friedman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard James Friedman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hamburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard James Friedman

Where is Richard James Friedman's law office located?
Richard James Friedman's law practice is located in Hamburg, New York. The firm is Dennis Gaughan Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard James Friedman handle?
Richard James Friedman focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, estate planning, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard James Friedman practiced law?
Richard James Friedman has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Richard James Friedman go to law school?
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How can I contact Richard James Friedman for a consultation?
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Education

University at Buffalo Law School J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York United States District Court for the Western District of New York
Admitted: 2008

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