Books:
* A History of American Law (1973): A comprehensive account of the evolution of the American legal system from colonial times to the late 20th century.
* The Legal System: A Social Science Perspective (1975): Explores the intersection of law and society, analyzing the influence of social factors on legal institutions.
* The Legal Culture of the United States (1986): Examines the cultural values and beliefs that shape American law.
* The Republic of Choice (1990): Analyzes the role of choice in American society, particularly in relation to law and family life.
* Contract Law in America: A Social and Legal History (1999): Explores the historical development and social significance of contract law in the United States.
* American Law: An Introduction (2000): A concise and accessible introduction to the American legal system for a general audience.
* Law in a Changing Society (2010): A book examining how the law must adapt to societal changes.
Other Notable Works:
* Numerous articles published in leading legal journals and academic publications.
* Co-authored books and edited collections on various legal topics.
* Served as editor-in-chief of the journal *Law and Society Review*.
Key Themes:
* The impact of social and cultural factors on the law.
* The historical evolution of legal institutions.
* The relationship between law and social change.
* The role of law in shaping American society.
Friedman's work is highly influential in the field of legal history and sociology, and it continues to be widely read and cited by scholars and practitioners alike.