Atty. Howard Jonathan Berman
Howard Jonathan Berman is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate law, business law and 1 other area of law. Howard received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 55+ Years Experience
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About Howard Jonathan Berman at a Glance
Howard Jonathan Berman is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Berman, Glenn & Haight. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on family law, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1971) and California (1972). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1971) and Princeton University (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard Jonathan Berman
- Howard Jonathan Berman is a lawyer practicing family law, real estate law, business law and 1 other area of law
- Howard received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Howard practices at Berman, Glenn & Haight in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Howard Jonathan Berman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Jonathan Berman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Family Law in San Francisco
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in San Francisco
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in San Francisco
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Francisco Choose Howard Jonathan Berman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Howard Jonathan Berman's practice in the field of family law, business, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard Jonathan Berman brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and California, Howard Jonathan Berman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, business, and real estate, Howard Jonathan Berman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Howard Jonathan Berman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Howard Jonathan Berman Handles in San Francisco
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