Atty. William S. Berk

Atty. William S. Berk

Executive Editor, International Law Journal, University of Miami, 1982. Assistant State Attorney (Felony Division Chief), Dade County, Florida, 1982-1986.

Coral Gables Coral Gables 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (645) 215-8120 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William S. Berk at a glance

William S. Berk is a Founder based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Berk Merchant And Sims Plc. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, commercial re, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of (1982). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1982) and Bowdoin College (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Executive Editor, International Law Journal, University of Miami, 1982
  • Assistant State Attorney (Felony Division Chief), Dade County, Florida, 1982-1986
  • Certified Instructor, Florida Department of Financial Services
  • President, Florida Advisory Committee on Arson Prevention, 2002
  • Florida Windstorm Insurance Network 2007 Program Chair
  • VP, Florida Windstorm Insurance Network, 2010-
  • Finalist, LexisNexis Insurance Law Center Insurer Attorney of the Year
  • Council on Litigation Management

Practice Areas Explained

William S. Berk's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William S. Berk handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Commercial Real Estate

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William S. Berk

Where is William S. Berk's law office located?
William S. Berk's law practice is located in Coral Gables, Florida. The firm is Berk Merchant And Sims Plc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William S. Berk handle?
William S. Berk focuses on business, commercial re, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William S. Berk practiced law?
William S. Berk has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did William S. Berk go to law school?
William S. Berk earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact William S. Berk for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William S. Berk received?
William S. Berk's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1982
A.B.
Bowdoin College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of
Admitted: 1982

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