Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils | Friedman Law Firm
"Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, and the hold of every foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird." - revelation 18:2
We demand that Thomson Reuters, Super Lawyers, and search engine indexers (Google, Bing) immediately review, de-list, and de-index the public profile and endorsements for Anthony R. Friedman (Missouri Bar #65531).
When legal rating directories award badges like "Super Lawyer" or "Up and Coming Lawyer," consumers rely on these designations as verified marks of trust, skill, and integrity. However, a severe breakdown in professional conduct and business practices—culminating in an ongoing investigation by the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel (O.C.D.C. File #25-25-31-X)—demonstrates that maintaining these endorsements poses a direct hazard to everyday consumers seeking legal counsel.
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| PETITION CAMPAIGN OVERVIEW |
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| Target Entity: | Thomson Reuters / Super Lawyers Selection & Research Dept. |
| Subject Attorney: | Anthony R. Friedman (Mo. Bar #65531) / Friedman Law Firm LLC |
| Primary Remedy: | Remove directory listings, revoke endorsements, & de-index search |
| Active Oversight: | Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel (OCDC File #25-25-31-X) |
| Lead Petitioner: | Albert B. Pepper Jr. (d/b/a Phoenix Rising Productions LLC) |
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PETITION DEMAND: Revoke Endorsements & De-Index Profile
To: Thomson Reuters, Super Lawyers Research & Selection Department, Google Search Quality Teams, and Digital Legal Directories
From: Albert B. Pepper Jr., Litigant Pro Se, Consumer Advocate, Citizen Journalist (d/b/a Phoenix Rising Productions LLC)
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Demand Statement:
We call upon Thomson Reuters to immediately remove Anthony R. Friedman (Mo. Bar #65531) from the Super Lawyers registry, strip all active badges or promotional rankings associated with Friedman Law Firm LLC, and submit de-indexing requests to major search engines to prevent prospective litigants from being misled by obsolete status indicators.
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Primary Grounds for Removal
Compromised Attorney-Client Privilege: While serving as lead counsel in Pepper v. Medical Malpractice Defendants (Case #19SL-CC04680), Friedman shared privileged trial strategy, valuation models, work product, and confidential client communications directly with opposing counsel during a June 26, 2023 mediation.
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Active State Disciplinary Investigation: Following these breaches, a formal complaint was submitted to the Supreme Court of Missouri’s Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel, leading to an active investigation opened under O.C.D.C. File #25-2531-X.
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Commercial Misrepresentation & Virtual Office Address: Friedman Law Firm LLC marketed its primary office at 6209 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. Ste. 204, St. Charles, MO 63304. In reality, "Suite 204" is a commercial mail box inside a local UPS Store, misleading unsophisticated legal consumers regarding the firm's physical presence and operational scale.
Mass Case Withdrawals & Platform Deletion: Following extensive public interest reporting, Google Business Profiles flagged the practice as "Permanently Closed," while Friedman initiated abrupt withdrawals from active litigation in the 11th Judicial Circuit of St. Charles County (including Case #2511-CC01148 and Case #2511-CC00411).
Case Study: The Total Brand Collapse of Anthony R. Friedman
1. The Incident: June 26, 2023 Mediation
For over three continuous years, Albert B. Pepper Jr. retained Anthony R. Friedman as lead counsel in a medical malpractice complaint (Case #19SL-CC04680) while Friedman was employed at The Simon Law Firm P.C. in St. Louis. Just four days before his departure from the firm—a departure attributed by former colleagues to severe trial performance metrics—Friedman convened a mediated settlement conference.
During this conference, Friedman disclosed Pepper’s entire litigation "playbook" to defense counsel. This included private emails containing Pepper's personal case theories, mock cross-examinations, settlement thresholds, and attorney work product. Four days later, on June 30, 2023, Friedman withdrew from representation.
TIMELINE OF CRITICAL EVENTS
Jun 26, 2023 Confidential client playbook shared with opposing counsel.
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Jun 30, 2023 Friedman departs firm & withdraws from representation.
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Dec 27, 2023 Incorporates Friedman Law Firm LLC using a mail store address.
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Feb 17, 2026 O.C.D.C. opens investigation into conduct (File #25-25-31-X).
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Late Aug 2026 Public social profiles deleted; GBP marked "Permanently Closed."
2. Solo Practice Formation & Consumer Risk
On December 27, 2023, Friedman registered the Friedman Law Firm LLC with the Missouri Secretary of State. Marketed toward unsophisticated personal injury victims, the firm presented a high-profile image supported by badges from directory rating sites like Super Lawyers. Recognizing that formal disciplinary proceedings take significant time to observe complete due process, Pepper launched a targeted citizen journalism and consumer protection initiative through Phoenix Rising Productions LLC to inform the public.
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3. De-Platforming and Litigation Withdrawal
By late August 2026, public scrutiny led to a swift dissolution of the firm's digital footprint:
The Google Business Profile for Friedman Law Firm LLC was flagged as "Permanently Closed."
Primary social media assets and domain presentations were de-platformed or restricted.
Friedman filed motions to withdraw as counsel in active matters across the 11th Judicial Circuit Court of St. Charles County, Missouri:
Oh My Posh v. Amber Anians (Case #2511-CC01148)
Jason Salm v. Twist-N LLC et al. (Case #2511-CC00411)
Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Why is Thomson Reuters being requested to remove Anthony R. Friedman?
Directories like Super Lawyers operate as primary trust verification systems for consumers seeking legal representation. Leaving an attorney listed after severe ethical breaches, an active O.C.D.C. investigation (File #25-25-31-X), and the abandonment of active practice misleads consumers and undermines the credibility of the directory.
What is the status of the ethics investigation against Anthony R. Friedman?
The Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel (O.C.D.C.) of the Supreme Court of Missouri opened an investigation into Anthony R. Friedman (Missouri Bar #65531) under File #25-25-31-X.
Where is Friedman Law Firm LLC located?
While advertised at 6209 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. Ste. 204, St. Charles, MO 63304, public documentation confirms that "Suite 204" is a commercial mail box inside a UPS Store location.
What should current or former clients do if affected by this matter?
Clients with active cases involving Anthony R. Friedman or Friedman Law Firm LLC should review their case dockets via Missouri Case.net, seek independent legal advice immediately, and contact the Office of Chief Disciplinary Counsel if they suspect professional misconduct.
Call to Action
If you believe that legal directories must be held to strict standards of accountability, accuracy, and public safety:
Sign and Share this Petition: Demand that Thomson Reuters maintain the integrity of its ratings by removing unmerited listings.
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