Atty. Raphael J. Berman

Atty. Raphael J. Berman

Partner Raphael J. Berman, joined the firm in 1995.

New York New York 36 Years Experience 36 year
Call (212) 471-4606

Profile Summary

About Raphael J. Berman at a glance

Raphael J. Berman is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit United States District Court, Southern Distr (1990). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1989) and SUNY at Albany (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Partner Raphael J. Berman, joined the firm in 1995
  • He is an experienced medical liability trial attorney
  • He also has written appellate briefs and argued cases at both state and federal appellate levels
  • In addition, he counsels clients on risk management, liability analysis, and quality assurance matters to assist in the development of defensive strategies for current lawsuits, and to avoid future litigation
  • As a former Assistant District Attorney in the Investigation Bureau of the Bronx County District Attorney's office, Mr. Berman handled internal investigations and prosecutions of white collar criminal offenses, including fraud, embezzlement and forgery involving both small and large business entities
  • He is a member of the New York State Medical Defense Lawyers Association and The Jewish Lawyers Guild
  • Verdicts Defense Verdict in Kings County On May 16, 2012, Raphael J. Berman obtained a defense verdict in Brooklyn on behalf of a general surgeon and a major metropolitan hospital center in a case in which the plaintiff experienced complications from two separate abdominal surgeries
  • Defense Verdict in New York County On February 20, 2008, Raphael J. Berman obtained a defense verdict on behalf of an obstetrical group charged with failing to bring the plaintiff in for an examination and sonogram to rule out retained products of conception following a postpartum bleeding episode
  • Defense Verdict in Queens County Raphael J. Berman recently obtained a defense verdict in a wrongful death action in Queens County Supreme Court on behalf of a cardiologist who was requested to render a consultation on a patient who had a longstanding history of severe rheumatoid arthritis
  • The patient had been admitted with sinus tachycardia and bilateral leg edema. .Daniel Ratner and Raphael Berman Prevail on Appeal in Podiatry After having two toes amputated because of peripheral vascular disease, plaintiff sued HPM&B's client, a podiatrist, for malpractice on a theory that he should have diagnosed this condition or consulted with plaintiff's vascular surgeon

Practice Areas Explained

Raphael J. Berman's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Raphael J. Berman

Where is Raphael J. Berman's law office located?
Raphael J. Berman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Raphael J. Berman handle?
Raphael J. Berman focuses on business, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Raphael J. Berman practiced law?
Raphael J. Berman has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Raphael J. Berman go to law school?
Raphael J. Berman earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Raphael J. Berman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Raphael J. Berman received?
Raphael J. Berman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1989
B.A.
SUNY at Albany
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit United States District Court, Southern Distr
Admitted: 1990

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