Bernard D. Friedman
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 About Bernard D. Friedman
Bernard D. Friedman is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Bernard D. Friedman is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Admiralty and Maritime Law
Current Firm: Friedman, James & Buchsbaum LLP
Education: New York Law School, J. D. Cum Laude, graduated 1976
Location: New York, NY
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