Atty. Dirk Emerson Berry

Atty. Dirk Emerson Berry

Dirk Emerson Berry is a lawyer practicing trusts, criminal defense, divorce and 7 other areas of law. Dirk received a M.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Carlisle Carlisle 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Dirk Emerson Berry at a glance

Dirk Emerson Berry is a Principal based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, practicing at Law Office of Dirk Berry, Esq.. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1998) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (1999). Educated at Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University (J.D., 1998) and Pennsylvania State University (M.S. United, 1990). Active member of Cumberland County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Serands clients in Carlisle, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dirk Emerson Berry is a lawyer practicing trusts, criminal defense, divorce and 7 other areas of law
  • Dirk received a M.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Dirk practices at Law Office of Dirk Berry, Esq. in Carlisle, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Dirk Emerson Berry's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

Dirk Emerson Berry is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Child Custody & Visitation

Dirk Emerson Berry is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Trusts

Dirk Emerson Berry is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Dirk Emerson Berry is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dirk Emerson Berry

Where is Dirk Emerson Berry's law office located?
Dirk Emerson Berry's law practice is located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The firm is Law Office of Dirk Berry, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dirk Emerson Berry handle?
Dirk Emerson Berry focuses on divorce, wills, child custody, trusts, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Dirk Emerson Berry practiced law?
Dirk Emerson Berry has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Dirk Emerson Berry go to law school?
Dirk Emerson Berry earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.S. United, 1990).
How can I contact Dirk Emerson Berry for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Dickinson School of Law of the Pennsylvania State University
- 1998
M.S. United
Pennsylvania State University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1999

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