Atty. Joseph Berger

Atty. Joseph Berger

Atty. Joseph Berger is a lawyer practicing workers (workmen's) compensation law, administrative hearings and appeals, insurance subrogation and 3 other areas of law.

Milwaukee Milwaukee 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Berger at a glance

Joseph Berger is a Member based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, practicing at Otjen, Van Ert & Weir, S.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on car accidents, workers comp, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1983), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1983). Educated at John Marshall (J.D., 1983) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Joseph Berger is a lawyer practicing workers (workmen's) compensation law, administrative hearings and appeals, insurance subrogation and 3 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1971, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Joseph practices at Otjen, Van Ert & Weir, S.C. in Milwaukee, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Berger's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph Berger is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Wisconsin →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Joseph Berger is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Wisconsin →

Insurance Law

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

Joseph Berger is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Wisconsin →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Joseph Berger is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Wisconsin →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph Berger

Where is Joseph Berger's law office located?
Joseph Berger's law practice is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm is Otjen, Van Ert & Weir, S.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Berger handle?
Joseph Berger focuses on car accidents, workers comp, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Joseph Berger practiced law?
Joseph Berger has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Joseph Berger go to law school?
Joseph Berger earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Joseph Berger for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Berger 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 Joseph Berger received?
Joseph Berger's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall
- 1983
B.A.
University of Wisconsin
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983

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