Atty. Hon Brian S Berger
Hon Brian S Berger is a lawyer practicing divorce, bankruptcy, master lawyers and 4 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.
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Hon Brian S Berger is a Member based in St. Joseph, Michigan, practicing at Berger & LaForge. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1982), U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Detroit School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Berrien County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan Berrien County Trial Lawyers Association Michigan Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in St. Joseph, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Hon Brian S Berger is a lawyer practicing divorce, bankruptcy, master lawyers and 4 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Brian practices at Berger & LaForge in St. Joseph, MI
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Hon Brian S Berger's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hon Brian S Berger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Hon Brian S Berger is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Michigan →
Hon Brian S Berger is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Michigan →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Hon Brian S Berger is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Michigan →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Hon Brian S Berger is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Michigan →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Hon Brian S Berger is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 St. Joseph 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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