Steven Paul Berne

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Steven Paul Berne
26 years experience in federal and state criminal courts throughout Georgia and the United States.
5.0 star rating
a true gentleman and very professional, he is a fighter
- a Federal Crime client
5.0 star rating
Great Lawyer
- a DUI client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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  • 30% Federal Crime
  • 25% Fraud
  • 25% White Collar Crime
  • 20% DUI / DWI

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 404-881-5335
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  • McKenney & Froelich
    1349 West Peachtree Street NW
    Suite 1250
    Atlanta, GA 30309
    Office: 404-881-5335
    Fax: 404-881-8040
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  • Law Office of Steven Berne
    1349 West Peachtree Street NW
    Suite 1250
    Atlanta, GA 30309
    Office: 404-881-5335
    Mobile: 404-881-5335
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Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

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I have been practicing law for 25 years. If you want a lawyer who cares about you and will fight for you, then you should contact me. You will have my direct... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“a true gentleman and very professional, he is a fighter”

Posted by: a Federal Crime client, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: "I went to trial in 2007, and Steven was my attorney, I had no money for legal representation, but out of the kindness of his heart Steven decide to... more
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5 star rating

“Great Lawyer”

Posted by: a DUI client, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Mr. Berne did a great job. He was prepared each time we had to go in the court room and didn't beat around the bush to get anything done. He also... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements


John Robert Lovell

Steven is an outstanding attorney. He works tirelessly for his clients. He always has an excellent grasp of the facts and the law. I endorse this lawyer. more

Endorsement from lawyer: John Lovell , Atlanta (GA), 4 months ago
David Mark Kupsky

Among the characteristics of a premier criminal defender are: knowledge of the law, courtroom skill and presence, zeal, creative thinking and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: David Kupsky , Marietta (GA), 6 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

26 years since Steven Paul Berne was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Georgia Active Member in Good Standing 1987 04/28/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Trial Advocacy Instructor at Emory University School Of Law 2008–present
Attorney at Law Office of Steven Berne 1991–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Emory University School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1987
University of Florida BA - Bachelor of Arts 1984

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
AV Martindale-Hubbell 2012

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Vice President Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers 2010–present
Member National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 33 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
19 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
0 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Georgia Criminal Practice Guide LexisNexis publication 2012

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Federal Criminal Defense Georgia Bar Foundation 2011
Investigations Investigation Seminar 2010
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