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Ian N. Friedman's Honors

  • 2019 Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Hall of Fame Honoree
  • 2019 Best Lawyers in America, “Lawyer of The Year” for Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • 2019 Best Lawyers in America, The Best Firms in America, Tier I Ranking
  • 2019 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Super Lawyer
  • 2019 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2019 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 100 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2018 The Best Lawyers in America, 24th Edition, Criminal Defense
  • 2018 Best Lawyers in America, The Best Firms in America, Tier I Ranking
  • 2018 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Super Lawyer
  • 2018 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2018 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 100 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2017 Cleveland-Marshall College of Law Alumni Association, Annual Recognition Luncheon, Alumni of the Year Honoree
  • 2017 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 100 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2017 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2017 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2016 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 100 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2016 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2016 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2015 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 100 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2015 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2015 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2015 The Best Lawyers in America, Criminal Defense: Non-White-Collar
  • 2014 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 100 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2014 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2014 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2013 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 100 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2013 Cleveland Super Lawyers®, Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers
  • 2013 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2012 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2011 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2011 Lawyer of the Year - Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2011 Distinguished Alumnus, Legal - Cleveland State University Alumni Association
  • 2010 Cleveland Super Lawyers®
  • 2010 Champion of Justice Award - Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2010 William K. Thomas Distinguished Jurist Award - Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
  • 2010 Northeast Cleveland's Leading Lawyers List - Inside Business Magazine
  • 2009 Cleveland Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠
  • 2009 Northeast Cleveland's Leading Lawyers List - Inside Business Magazine
  • 2009 President's Award - Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2008 Northeast Cleveland's Leading Lawyers List - Inside Business Magazine
  • 2008 Top 20 Professionals - Cleveland Jewish News
  • 2008 Top 100 Trial Lawyers - National Trial Lawyers
  • 2008 President's Award - Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2007 Top 100 Trial Lawyers - National Trial Lawyers
  • 2007 President's Award - Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2006 President's Award - Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2005 President's Award - Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • 2001 Outstanding Service - American Civil Liberties Union

Eric C. Nemecek's Honors

  • 2017 Cleveland Super Lawyers, Rising Star
  • 2016 Cleveland Super Lawyers, Rising Star
  • 2015 Cleveland Super Lawyers, Rising Star
  • 2013 Cleveland Super Lawyers, Rising Star
  • 2012Ohio Super Lawyers, Rising Star

Eric F. Long's Honors

  • 2019 Cleveland Super Lawyers – Rising Star
  • The National Trial Lawyers – Top 100 – Criminal Defense
  • 2015 Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Service presented by the Judges of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association

National Lecturers

Members of our attorney team are frequently called upon to lecture on criminal law to students and other lawyers at events and training seminars throughout the United States, and have authored and published many articles on criminal law. We are involved in educating and mentoring attorneys on a range of subjects related to defense law and Title IX. Mr. Friedman has taught as far as Rome, Italy. There, he taught law students about how to translate American courtroom skills into use in the Italian Justice System.

Improving Legal Standards

Having earned a reputation as one of the most dedicated and successful criminal trial firms in the country, we have been called on to represent other lawyers and judges in criminal proceedings – and these are professionals that know exactly what to look for when retaining counsel. Beyond representing our colleagues in the legal profession, we are fully dedicated to upholding and increasing the standards for all who serve in the justice system, and in protecting the rights of the criminally accused.

As an example of our focus on fair treatment for those facing criminal charges, during the period in which attorney Ian Friedman served as President of the Cleveland Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, he worked to change the rules under which evidence was presented in state courts, to reduce the potential for wrongful conviction. This effort resulted in the passage of new Cleveland Criminal Rule 16, also known as "Open Discovery." This new law, which helped to eliminate trials by ambush, became law on July 1, 2010.

With Mr. Friedman's initiative leading to a significant change in Cleveland criminal procedure, defendants and their attorneys are now entitled to have access to the evidence prior to going to trial. This effort reflects our entire firm's approach to seeking justice for defendants, and is the motivating force behind all that we do for our clients, in each and every case we take on.

When we represent a client in a criminal case, our promise is to apply our legal knowledge and skills and to give 110% in our efforts to achieve a positive outcome. We are skilled trial lawyers, and we think "outside of the box" when crafting a defense case. We have been known to employ unconventional methods to make a significant point to a jury. We have re-created crime scenes in the courtroom, as an example.

If you are facing charges, contact Friedman Nemecek & Long, L.L.C. so that our team can review your case. You can expect our firm to go above and beyond the expected.

a Nationally Recognized Law Firm

Many of Our Cases Have Appeared in the Media
  • Court TV
  • New York Times
  • NBC
  • Fox News
  • CNN
  • Huffpost
  • USA Today
  • ABC
  • The Washington Post

Client Testimonials

    "The best of the best"
    The best of the best - If you're in need of a lawyer, I highly recommend you consult with Friedman Nemecek & Long firm. They will treat you like family and will always be there for you, night or day!
    - Justin Y.
    "Within 48 hours, the matter had fully resolved in our favor."
    This firm assisted with a matter I was handling with another legal professional. Within 48 hours, the matter had fully resolved in our favor. This firm’s exceptional strategic decision-making and tenacious representation is unmatched
    - Lauren C.
    "This law firm is the only place to go!"
    For incredibly large or complex criminal cases, this law firm is the only place to go in my opinion. Each lawyer in Mr. Friedman's firm are at the top of their field, which reflects in the positive outcomes of their cases.
    - Former Client
    "Ian is the Best - Period!"
    I was facing life in prison for a crime I did not commit. After an initial conviction during a bench trial, Ian was able to get me a new trial based upon previously undiscovered evidence and I was found not guilty by a jury at the second trial almost immediately upon beginning deliberations. Ian saved my life.
    - Former Client
    "Never gives up."
    If you need a bulldog on your case, you have Ian and his team. They never give up.
    - Patrick M.

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