Atty. Bruce James Berkman
Bruce James Berkman is a lawyer practicing criminal justice, criminal defense. Bruce received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years.
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Bruce James Berkman is a Principal based in Merrillville, Indiana, practicing at Law Office of Bruce J. Berkman. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1982). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Purdue University (B.S., 1972). Serands clients in Merrillville, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Bruce James Berkman is a lawyer practicing criminal justice, criminal defense
- Bruce received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1972, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Bruce practices at Law Office of Bruce J. Berkman in Merrillville, IN
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Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Merrillville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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