Atty. Howard J. Bernstein

Atty. Howard J. Bernstein

Howard J. Bernstein is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, insurance and 2 other areas of law.

Gaithersburg Gaithersburg 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard J. Bernstein at a glance

Howard J. Bernstein is a Member based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, practicing at The Bernstein Law Offices. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, ssd, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1997), Maryland (1998), District of Columbia (1998), and Pennsylvania (2005). Educated at District of Columbia School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1993). Active member of District of Columbia Bar Maryland State Bar Association American Trial Lawyers Association National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives. Serands clients in Gaithersburg, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Howard J. Bernstein is a lawyer practicing chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Howard practices at The Bernstein Law Offices in Gaithersburg, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Howard J. Bernstein's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Howard J. Bernstein is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in Maryland →

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Howard J. Bernstein is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Maryland →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Howard J. Bernstein is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Maryland →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Howard J. Bernstein is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Maryland →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Howard J. Bernstein is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Howard J. Bernstein

Where is Howard J. Bernstein's law office located?
Howard J. Bernstein's law practice is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The firm is The Bernstein Law Offices. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard J. Bernstein handle?
Howard J. Bernstein focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, bankruptcy, ssd, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Howard J. Bernstein practiced law?
Howard J. Bernstein has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Howard J. Bernstein go to law school?
Howard J. Bernstein earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Howard J. Bernstein for a consultation?
You can contact Howard J. Bernstein 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.

Education

J.D.
District of Columbia School of Law
- 1997
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1997
Maryland
Admitted: 1998
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2005

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