Atty. Charles Berman
Charles Berman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property & technology, business, life sciences & biotechnology and 3 other areas of law. Charles received a B.S. degree from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 58+ Years Experience
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About Charles Berman at a Glance
Charles Berman is a business, ip, health care, and entertainment attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Republic of South Africa (1968) and California South African Patent and Trademark Office South African Supreme Court U.S. District Court (1978). Educated at Witwatersrand Law School (J.D., 1967) and University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa (B.S. Electrical, 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charles Berman
- Charles Berman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property & technology, business, life sciences & biotechnology and 3 other areas of law
- Charles received a B.S. degree from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Charles practices in Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Charles Berman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Berman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Business & Corporate Law in Santa Monica
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Charles Berman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Santa Monica
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Charles Berman is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Health Care Law in Santa Monica
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Charles Berman is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in California →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Santa Monica
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
Charles Berman is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Monica are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Santa Monica Choose Charles Berman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Charles Berman's practice in the field of business, ip, health care, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charles Berman brings 58+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Republic of South Africa and California South African Patent and Trademark Office South African Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Charles Berman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and health care, Charles Berman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means Charles Berman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Charles Berman Handles in Santa Monica
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Charles Berman has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Charles Berman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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