Atty. Michael Berg
Michael Berg is a lawyer practicing real estate, class action, health care and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1954, and has been licensed for 66 years.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Pasadena, CA · 66+ Years Experience
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About Michael Berg at a Glance
Michael Berg is an Of Counsel based in Pasadena, California, practicing at Law Offices of Paul P. Cheng. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, real estate, and class action. Admitted to practice in California (1960) and New York (1985). Educated at University of Southern California (LL.B., 1959) and University of California (B.A., 1954). Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Berg
- Michael Berg is a lawyer practicing real estate, class action, health care and 6 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1954, and has been licensed for 66 years
- Michael practices at Law Offices of Paul P. Cheng in Pasadena, CA
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Michael Berg's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Berg handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.
DUI / DWI Defense in Pasadena
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Criminal Defense in Pasadena
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Family Law in Pasadena
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Real Estate Law in Pasadena
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Class Action in Pasadena
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pasadena
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 Pasadena 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.
Pasadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pasadena-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 Pasadena Choose Michael Berg
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 Michael Berg's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, family law, real estate, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Berg brings 66+ 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 California and New York, Michael Berg can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, criminal defense, and family law, Michael Berg can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pasadena
A Pasadena-based practice means Michael Berg attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Berg Handles in Pasadena
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