Atty. Simon Friedman
Simon Friedman is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, partnership, mergers & acquisitions and 2 other areas of law. Simon received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1965, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Federal Taxation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Simon Friedman at a Glance
Simon Friedman is a business, bankruptcy, tax, m&a, and energy attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in New York (1981) and California (1998). Educated at Yale University (J.D. M.Phil., 1980) and Columbia University (B.A. King, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Simon Friedman
- Simon Friedman is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, partnership, mergers & acquisitions and 2 other areas of law
- Simon received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1965, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Simon practices in Los Angeles, CA
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Simon Friedman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Simon Friedman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Los Angeles
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Tax Law in Los Angeles
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles
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Energy & Utilities Law in Los Angeles
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Simon 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 Simon Friedman's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, tax, m&a, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Simon Friedman brings 45+ 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 New York and California, Simon Friedman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and tax, Simon Friedman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Simon Friedman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Simon Friedman Handles in Los Angeles
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