Allegations of Misconduct | Anthony R. Friedman Mo. Bar #65531 d/b/a/ Friedman Law Firm LLC - 2026

What are the allegations concerning Anthony R. Friedman the Proto-Malfeasor?

As of early 2026, attorney Anthony Friedman is the subject of multiple public allegations and a formal investigation by the Missouri Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel (OCDC) (File #25-2531-X). 
The primary allegations, largely spearheaded by a former client, include:
 
Professional Misconduct during Representation 

1) Breach of Confidentiality: Allegedly sharing privileged client emails with defense counsel during a 2023 mediation without the client's consent.

2) Creating "Unjustified Expectations": Claiming he would secure punitive damages "10–20 times" compensatory damages while allegedly being unaware of a $1 million policy cap on the case.

3) Client Abandonment: Withdrawing from a long-running medical malpractice case (Pepper v. Gelfand) shortly before trial without providing adequate notice or protecting the client's interests.

4) Trial Record: Claims from former colleagues, cited in a public affidavit, allege he "lost seven out of eight cases" he took to trial, contradicting his professional image. 
 
Deceptive Business & Advertising Practices

1) Misleading Results: Advertising "significant verdicts and recoveries" on his current firm's website that were actually achieved while he was an employee at a previous firm.

2) Virtual Office Representation: Listing a P.O. box at a UPS Store (6209 Mid Rivers Mall Dr #204) as his firm's suite to imply a "brick and mortar" practice while allegedly operating out of his home.

3) Zoning Violations: Allegedly operating his law practice from his residence for nearly two years without a required Home Occupation Permit from St. Charles County.

4) Insurance Status: Allegations that he lacked professional liability insurance for his solo practice, exposing clients to unmitigated risk. 
 
Status of Investigations

1) OCDC Investigation: The Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel officially accepted jurisdiction and opened an investigative file on February 17, 2026.

2) Attorney General Complaint: A formal consumer complaint (No. CC-2025-11-002506) was filed with the Missouri Attorney General's Office in November 2025 regarding deceptive advertising.

3) Remedial Actions: Friedman has reportedly made some "remedial corrections" following these public exposes, including updating his website, obtaining a home occupation permit, and securing liability insurance. 

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