Atty. Michael David Berman
Michael David Berman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, computer law, litigation/defense and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a M.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Baltimore, MD · 46+ Years Experience
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About Michael David Berman at a Glance
Michael David Berman is an Attorney based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, government, military, and adr. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1980) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and District of Columbia Circuits U.S. Supreme Co (1988). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Maryland (M.A. University, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael David Berman
- Michael David Berman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, computer law, litigation/defense and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a M.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Michael practices at Rifkin Weiner Livingston LLC in Baltimore, MD
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Michael David Berman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael David Berman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baltimore.
Criminal Defense in Baltimore
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil Litigation in Baltimore
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Government & Administrative Law in Baltimore
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Military Law in Baltimore
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Mediation & Arbitration in Baltimore
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael David Berman is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baltimore
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 Baltimore 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 venue, 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.
Baltimore Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baltimore-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 Baltimore Choose Michael David 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 Michael David Berman's practice in the field of criminal defense, litigation, government, military, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael David Berman brings 46+ 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 Maryland and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and District of Columbia Circuits U.S. Supreme Co, Michael David Berman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, litigation, and government, Michael David Berman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baltimore
A Baltimore-based practice means Michael David Berman 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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