Atty. William R. Bernhart
William R. Bernhart is a lawyer practicing criminal law, driving while intoxicated, personal injury and 4 other areas of law.
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About William R. Bernhart at a glance
William R. Bernhart is a Member based in Reading, Pennsylvania, practicing at William R. Bernhart. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, child custody, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1967). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (LL.B., 1966) and Yale University (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Reading, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- William R. Bernhart is a lawyer practicing criminal law, driving while intoxicated, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
- William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
- William practices at William R. Bernhart in Reading, PA
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William R. Bernhart's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William R. Bernhart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
William R. Bernhart is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.
William R. Bernhart is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Pennsylvania →
William R. Bernhart is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
William R. Bernhart is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
William R. Bernhart is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Reading are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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