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Atty. Henry Charles Berns

Atty. Henry Charles Berns

Henry Charles Berns is a lawyer practicing trial law, appellate practice in state and federal courts, business law and 8 other areas of law. Henry received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Palm City Palm City 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Henry Charles Berns at a glance

Henry Charles Berns is a divorce, child custody, discrimination, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Palm City, Florida. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1978), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third and Fourth Circuits, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1978) and University of Pittsburgh (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Palm City, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Henry Charles Berns is a lawyer practicing trial law, appellate practice in state and federal courts, business law and 8 other areas of law
  • Henry received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Henry practices in Palm City, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Henry Charles Berns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Henry Charles Berns 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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Child Custody & Visitation

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Workplace Discrimination

Henry Charles Berns is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Florida →

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.

Henry Charles Berns is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Henry Charles Berns is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Henry Charles Berns

Where is Henry Charles Berns's law office located?
Henry Charles Berns's law practice is located in Palm City, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Henry Charles Berns handle?
Henry Charles Berns focuses on divorce, child custody, discrimination, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Henry Charles Berns practiced law?
Henry Charles Berns has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Henry Charles Berns go to law school?
Henry Charles Berns earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Henry Charles Berns for a consultation?
You can contact Henry Charles Berns directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Henry Charles Berns received?
Henry Charles Berns's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 1978
B.A.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third and Fourth Circuits, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1982

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