Atty. Joel I. Berson

Atty. Joel I. Berson

Joel I. Berson is a lawyer practicing corporate, oil and gas, real estate and 4 other areas of law.

Buffalo Buffalo 74 yrs experience 74 year
Call (716) 262-8866 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Joel I. Berson at a glance

Joel I. Berson is a trusts, business, real estate, and energy attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Admitted to practice in New York (1952) and U.S. Supreme Court (1964). Educated at Yale University Law School (J.D., 1951) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1948). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel I. Berson is a lawyer practicing corporate, oil and gas, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1948, and has been licensed for 74 years
  • Joel practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Joel I. Berson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joel I. Berson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joel I. Berson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel I. Berson

Where is Joel I. Berson's law office located?
Joel I. Berson's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel I. Berson handle?
Joel I. Berson focuses on trusts, business, real estate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joel I. Berson practiced law?
Joel I. Berson has 74+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1952.
Where did Joel I. Berson go to law school?
Joel I. Berson earned their education at (J.D., 1951); (B.A., 1948).
How can I contact Joel I. Berson for a consultation?
You can contact Joel I. Berson 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 Joel I. Berson received?
Joel I. Berson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University Law School
- 1951
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1948

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1952
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1964

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