Atty. Charles Berman

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.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 58 Years Experience 58 year
Call (833) 693-2361

Profile Summary

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Berman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Charles Berman is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Charles Berman is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Charles Berman is one of 59,895 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in California →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Charles Berman is one of 41,102 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles Berman

Where is Charles Berman's law office located?
Charles Berman's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Berman handle?
Charles Berman focuses on business, ip, health care, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles Berman practiced law?
Charles Berman has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Charles Berman go to law school?
Charles Berman earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S. Electrical, 1964).
How can I contact Charles Berman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles Berman received?
Charles Berman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Witwatersrand Law School
- 1967
B.S. Electrical
University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Republic of South Africa
Admitted: 1968
California South African Patent and Trademark Office South African Supreme Court U.S. District Court
Admitted: 1978

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