Atty. Sheldon E. Friedman
Sheldon E. Friedman is a lawyer practicing general business practice, mergers and acquisitions, securities law and 10 other areas of law.
General Business Practice & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA · 55+ Years Experience
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About Sheldon E. Friedman at a Glance
Sheldon E. Friedman is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Friedman Dever & Merlin, LLC. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on irs, estate planning, business, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1971), Maryland (1971), Pennsylvania (1971), and Georgia (1975). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1970) and Miami University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Atlanta. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sheldon E. Friedman
- Sheldon E. Friedman is a lawyer practicing general business practice, mergers and acquisitions, securities law and 10 other areas of law
- Sheldon E. received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Sheldon E. practices at Friedman Dever & Merlin, LLC in Atlanta, GA
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Sheldon E. Friedman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheldon E. Friedman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Atlanta
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Estate Planning & Probate in Atlanta
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Sheldon E. Friedman is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →
Business & Corporate Law in Atlanta
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Sheldon E. Friedman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
Tax Law in Atlanta
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Sheldon E. Friedman is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Georgia →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Atlanta
Sheldon E. Friedman is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Atlanta Choose Sheldon E. Friedman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Sheldon E. Friedman's practice in the field of irs, estate planning, business, tax, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sheldon E. Friedman brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, Sheldon E. Friedman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, estate planning, and business, Sheldon E. Friedman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Sheldon E. Friedman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Sheldon E. Friedman Handles in Atlanta
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