Atty. Daniel B. Berkson

Atty. Daniel B. Berkson

Daniel B. Berkson is a lawyer practicing arbitration, securities, litigation law.

Yonkers Yonkers 73 yrs experience 73 year
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Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Yonkers, NY · 73+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Daniel B. Berkson at a Glance

Daniel B. Berkson is a securities, litigation, and adr attorney based in Yonkers, New York. They have 73+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1953. Admitted to practice in New York (1953), Pennsylvania (1972), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1973). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1952) and Hobart College (B.A., 1949). Serves clients in Yonkers, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Daniel B. Berkson

  • Daniel B. Berkson is a lawyer practicing arbitration, securities, litigation law
  • Daniel received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1949, and has been licensed for 73 years
  • Daniel practices in Yonkers, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel B. Berkson's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel B. Berkson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Yonkers.

Securities Law in Yonkers

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Civil Litigation in Yonkers

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Mediation & Arbitration in Yonkers

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Yonkers

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Yonkers are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Yonkers Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Yonkers-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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Where is Daniel B. Berkson's law office located?
Daniel B. Berkson's law practice is located in Yonkers, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel B. Berkson handle?
Daniel B. Berkson focuses on securities, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Daniel B. Berkson practiced law?
Daniel B. Berkson has 73+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1953.
Where did Daniel B. Berkson go to law school?
Daniel B. Berkson earned their education at (J.D., 1952); (B.A., 1949).
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Yonkers Choose Daniel B. Berkson

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 Daniel B. Berkson's practice in the field of securities, litigation, and adr.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Daniel B. Berkson brings 73+ 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 New York, Pennsylvania, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, Daniel B. Berkson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering securities, litigation, and adr, Daniel B. Berkson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Yonkers

A Yonkers-based practice means Daniel B. Berkson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Daniel B. Berkson's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 1952
B.A.
Hobart College
- 1949

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York
Admitted: 1953
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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