Atty. Michael P Berman
Mr. Michael P Berman is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, litigation, labor & employment and 7 other areas of law.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 53+ Years Experience
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About Michael P Berman at a Glance
Michael P Berman is a Partner based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1973), Minnesota (1974), District of Columbia (1975), and Arizona U.S. District Court, District of Arizona and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Supre (1979). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1973) and Rice University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael P Berman
- Mr. Michael P Berman is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, litigation, labor & employment and 7 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Michael practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas Explained
Michael P Berman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael P Berman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Employment Law in Phoenix
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael P Berman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Arizona →
Business & Corporate Law in Phoenix
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael P Berman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Arizona →
Civil Litigation in Phoenix
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael P Berman is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Arizona →
Mediation & Arbitration in Phoenix
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael P Berman is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Arizona →
Appellate Practice in Phoenix
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-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 Phoenix Choose Michael P 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 P Berman's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael P Berman brings 53+ 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 Massachusetts, Minnesota, and District of Columbia, Michael P Berman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Michael P Berman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Michael P 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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Common Legal Issues Michael P Berman Handles in Phoenix
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