NEW YORK, NY, JANUARY 3—Richard Klass has joined Friedman LLP as a partner.

With more than 25 years of diverse national and local firm experience, Richard’s resume includes extensive tax and financial planning for foreign and domestic high-net-worth families and individuals. As part of his work in this area, he has helped these families and individuals manage their U.S. real estate interests.

Richard’s additional areas of expertise include tax due diligence and acquisition structuring and advisement to owners of closely-held businesses.

“Rick’s background in the high net worth area is a great complement to our firm’s strengths and makes him valuable across the board,” according to managing partner Bruce Madnick. “He is an asset in providing the sophisticated tax advice and savvy that such clients require.”

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