Howard Friedman
About Howard Friedman
Howard Friedman is a lawyer based in Brookline, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Howard Friedman is recognized in the following practice area:
- Brookline, Massachusetts
- Civil Rights Law
Current Firm: Law Offices of Howard Friedman PC
Education: Northeastern University, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Brookline, MA
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