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Friedman Nemecek Long & Grant, LLC ๐Ÿ“ Cleveland & Columbus Attorneys
โš–๏ธ Criminal Defense | Cyber Crimes | Title IX
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This Ohio based law firm is focused on the defense of criminal matters in municipal, state, and federal court. Friedman and his team have counseled individuals and entities at all stages of the criminal justice system throughout Ohio, across the United States of America, and overseas. Our lawyers are frequently sought after speakers, authors, and consultants. In recognition of the dedicated and effective legal representation rendered on behalf of our clients and the legal profession, our attorneys have often been the proud recipients of various honors and awards. The law firm brings great depth in resource and experience to the defense of all criminal matters. We strive to ensure that all of our clients receive personal and comprehensive attention. The attorneys are formidable in their own right when representing a client in a criminal matter. This law firm, however, truly distinguishes itself from other fine criminal law firms by the resource it can afford a client at any stage of the criminal process. This law firm was designed to fill the niche between the small criminal defense law firm and large corporate law firm. A team of lawyers and professional staff are strategically joined to address the particular facts of each case handled by the law firm. As such, we effectively represent a client in the most complex criminal matter yet are able to provide the personal service that a client deserves during itsโ€™ tendency. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, Ian N. Friedman and his attorneys have handled a wide variety of cases across the country. Please call us for a consultation with one of our team members. As a result of years of hard work and dedication to representing our clients, the lawyers have amassed an extensive number of successful results. We have and will continue to recognize the importance of every criminal matter facing our clients without distinction of size or possible consequence. Our lawyers recognize the importance of each criminal case to our clients and vow to always render the highest level of legal service. The cases that follow are only a sampling of cases handled by this law firm. Due to the personal nature of a criminal allegation, we strive to preserve the anonymity of our clientele. Accordingly, the following cases will not reveal the identity of our clients. These samplings of criminal cases were taken from cases in Cleveland, Ohio, Nationally, and Internationally. A prospective client must be comfortable with their criminal defense lawyers. This comfort results from prior dealings, meetings with the lawyers, and independent research. With that in mind, the members of the firm feel it appropriate to highlight the recognition, media coverage, appearances, and accolades that have resulted from our counsel in various criminal defense matters. As evidenced by the quantity and types of recognition listed, itโ€™s clear that our clients receive the highest level of representation when refuting a criminal allegation or prosecution. The coverage and accolades result only from success. Success within the realm of the criminal justice system sometimes means the difference between life and death. Fully appreciating the magnitude of the consequences of a criminal matter, the lawyers pledge to our clients the absolute continued quest for success on their behalf. Our attorneys and professional staff understand the risks facing our clients when subjected to criminal investigation or prosecution. As such, our lawyers immediately form a team and implement the strategy best suited for the criminal allegation. Every criminal offense carries punishment that will undoubtedly impact the targeted individual or entity. Recognizing this potential impact, the team of attorneys have rendered aggressive and comprehensive legal services on behalf of clients from our office in Cleveland, Ohio for more than a decade. Our creative defense strategies and careful presentations have made this criminal defense firm highly sought after across Ohio, the United States of America, and Internationally. Our firm has deep rooted experience in many types of criminal cases. Rest assured our attorneys have dealt with many clients in similar situations. Our firm has successfully represented countless individuals charged with the following crimes:

S*x Crimes
Technology Crimes
Computer/Internet S*x Crimes
Financial Crimes & White Collar Crimes
Violent Crimes
Assault/Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
Murder & Homicide
Juvenile Crimes
DUI/OVI
DUS Suspension Relief
Weapons Crimes
Traffic Violations
Appellate Representation
Professional Licensing
Administrative Hearings
Probation Violations
Judicial Release
Bond Reduction
Forfeiture Representation
Post-Conviction Relief
Extradition Matters

10/08/2026

NOT GUILTY: On October 6, 2026, Attorneys Lucas Trott and Ian Friedman conducted a jury trial in the Jefferson County Court of Common Pleas before the Honorable Joseph J. Bruzzese, Jr. Their client, who works in automobile sales, was wrongfully accused of breaching the telephone system of a rival car dealership in order to poach customers. Charged with a felony, the client wished to prove his innocence at trial. Attorney Lucas Trott served as lead-counsel in the trial, which involved highly technical evidence and required a thorough understanding of the systems at issue. At the conclusion of the presentation of evidence by the prosecution, Attorney Trott moved the Court for a Judgment of Acquittal under Ohio Criminal Rule 29, which is only granted in the rare circumstance that a judge finds the stateโ€™s evidence legally insufficient to sustain a conviction as a matter of law. Following Attorney Trottโ€™s argument, the Court granted the Rule 29 motion and acquitted the defendant without the case ever reaching the jury. Following the ruling, our legal team was informed that this was the first and only Rule 29 motion that Judge Bruzzese has granted in his decades of service on the bench. Attorneys Trott and Friedman are proud to have helped the client clear his name of the false accusations against him and to preserve the clean record he has maintained throughout his life.

If you are facing a criminal case involving computer or technological evidence requiring a high level of technical expertise, the attorneys at Friedman Nemecek Long & Grant, L.L.C. are available to assist you.

A Geauga County case involving our client, Emmanuel โ€œMikeโ€ Mathews, is now receiving national attention from The New Yor...
10/07/2026

A Geauga County case involving our client, Emmanuel โ€œMikeโ€ Mathews, is now receiving national attention from The New York Times.

The case stems from an April confrontation at Centerville Mills Dog Park in Bainbridge Township that began with a political disagreement and escalated into a physical altercation and gunfire. Both men involved now face criminal charges.

Attorney Ian Friedman represents Mr. Mathews and has maintained that his client acted in self-defense after being confronted and physically assaulted. Testimony during earlier court proceedings included evidence that the other man grabbed Mr. Mathews by the arm and hair before the shooting.)

The New York Times examines the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and the serious legal consequences that followed.

Read the full story:
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/05/us/trump-ohio-dog-park-shooting.html

What happened between two dog owners one April afternoon in Ohio will soon be scrutinized by a judge and jury as both men grapple with the consequences.

Back to school also means students and parents need to understand the risks surrounding Title IX investigations, student...
08/31/2026

Back to school also means students and parents need to understand the risks surrounding Title IX investigations, student conduct proceedings, and hazing allegations.

These cases can impact a studentโ€™s education, reputation, and future. Knowing your rights from the beginning can make a significant difference.

Read the latest from Friedman Nemecek Long & Grant:
https://fanlegal.com/blog/protecting-your-education-%E2%80%93-what-you-need-know-about-title-ix-and-hazing-students-return-school

A Geauga County dog park shooting case has taken another turn.David Mattai, the veteran who was shot during an April con...
08/13/2026

A Geauga County dog park shooting case has taken another turn.

David Mattai, the veteran who was shot during an April confrontation at Centerville Mills Dog Park in Bainbridge Township, is now facing charges related to the incident. The confrontation, which reportedly began as a political argument, escalated before 80-year-old Emmanuel Mathews shot Mattai. Mathews has maintained that he acted in self-defense.

The new charges highlight the complex legal questions that can arise when a confrontation escalates into the use of deadly force.

Read more: https://www.cleveland.com/geauga-county/2026/08/veteran-shot-during-trump-argument-at-geauga-county-dog-park-now-facing-charges.html

David Mattai, the veteran shot in the back during a Trump-related argument, now faces assault and disorderly conduct charges.

Check out our attorney Tyler Walchanowicz being featured in the most recent edition of Cleveland Jewish News. Click the ...
02/09/2026

Check out our attorney Tyler Walchanowicz being featured in the most recent edition of Cleveland Jewish News. Click the link below to read the full article.

Enforcement cameras for parking may be clicking in Cleveland | Legal Affairs | clevelandjewishnews.com

Attorney Ian Friedman is back at it again teaching the 2026 New Lawyer Bootcamp. This annual CLE is for new lawyers to l...
01/23/2026

Attorney Ian Friedman is back at it again teaching the 2026 New Lawyer Bootcamp. This annual CLE is for new lawyers to learn the fundamentals of the courtroom after law school! This is an in-person event and you can register by clicking the link below
https://www.clemetrobar.org/?pg=events...

Join us next week for our 2026 New Lawyer Bootcamp. This annual CLE is for new lawyers to learn the fundamentals of the courtroom after law school! This event is in-person, and registration is available on our website https://www.clemetrobar.org/?pg=events&evAction=showDetail&eid=307852&evSubAction=listAll

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