Atty. David J Berkal

Atty. David J Berkal

David J Berkal is a lawyer practicing automobile negligence, commercial litigation, construction and 12 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Southfield Southfield 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About David J Berkal at a glance

David J Berkal is a Member based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at Curley & Berkal, P.C.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1986). Educated at Detroit College of Law (J.D., 1986) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan American Bar Association. Serands clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David J Berkal is a lawyer practicing automobile negligence, commercial litigation, construction and 12 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices at Curley & Berkal, P.C. in Southfield, MI

Practice Areas Explained

David J Berkal's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David J Berkal is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David J Berkal is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David J Berkal is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

David J Berkal is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Michigan →

Product Liability

David J Berkal is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Michigan →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David J Berkal

Where is David J Berkal's law office located?
David J Berkal's law practice is located in Southfield, Michigan. The firm is Curley & Berkal, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J Berkal handle?
David J Berkal focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has David J Berkal practiced law?
David J Berkal has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David J Berkal go to law school?
David J Berkal earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact David J Berkal for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David J Berkal received?
David J Berkal's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law
- 1986
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1986

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