Atty. Michael K. Berman
Michael K. Berman is a partner in the Real Estate Department, and member of the Real Estate Private Equity practice and Local Department Chair of the Real Estate Department in Washington D.C.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Michael K. Berman at a Glance
Michael K. Berman is a real estate attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael K. Berman
- Michael K. Berman is a partner in the Real Estate Department, and member of the Real Estate Private Equity practice and Local Department Chair of the Real Estate Department in Washington D.C
- His practice focuses on the representation of debt funds, lending institutions, private equity funds, developers, investors and operators in a variety of commercial real estate transactions with an emphasis on real estate private equity
- Michael's practice includes both debt and equity representations, including acquisitions, dispositions, senior and subordinate financings, joint ventures and sale-leaseback transactions for a variety of asset classes, including hotels, office, industrial, retail, multifamily, condominiums and specialty projects
- Michael has significant experience in the structuring and closing of mortgage loan transactions for securitization in the capital markets and/or participation in secondary market transactions, as well as conventional permanent, construction, acquisition and bridge financings, syndications and participation loans, including A/B structures, mezzanine loans, credit tenant loans and the acquisition and disposition of mortgage loans
- Michael has also represented a variety of clients in connection with loan workouts and restructurings, discounted pay-offs, deed-in-lieu transactions and foreclosures
Practice Areas Explained
Michael K. Berman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael K. Berman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Real Estate Law in Washington
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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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Why Clients in Washington Choose Michael K. 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 K. Berman's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Michael K. Berman's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Michael K. 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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