Robert M Berke

Robert M Berke

also known as BERKE

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 33 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bridgeport, CT
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI ... +3 more

640 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 55%

federal and state criminal practice

34 years | 13,000 cases

55%
Car Accident 10%

27 years | 200 cases

10%
DUI and DWI 10%

34 years

10%
Federal Crime 10%

27 years

10%
Personal Injury 10%

auto accidents and medical malpractice

26 years | 160 cases

10%
Civil Rights 5%

excessive force and false arrest

26 years | 50 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 510-750 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 32 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1993

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Connecticut for 33 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Robert Berke, LLC

640 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605-1704

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Robert M Berke's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alberto | August 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best Lawyer!

Berke is the best lawyer! I was falsely accused and no one gave me a hope of getting out of it, until a friend recommended him to me, he listened to me and believed in me when I needed it most, Thanks to him me case was dismissed. I will never finish thanking him for what he did for me because he sa...ved my life.

Posted by Iris | March 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Glad I hired!

I met with Mr Berke on a consultation in regards to my fiancé's case. He was arrested for a fight he didn't even start and it happened in our home. It was hard because he is already on probation for something that happened years ago. It's upsetting because he only had like 3 more years of probation.... But now with the fight case it's a violation. I got him out on bond. This happened of course right before the pandemic of covid-19 started in early 2020. So of course it dragged for more than a year because the court were closed. I hired Mr Berke in Oct 2020 because finally he had a court date. So Mr. Berke had to take care of the fight case before he can handle the probation violation. The fight case was completely dropped which was great. Next was the violation of probation. Mr. Berke said that they wanted my fiancé had to plead guilty for the violation of probation to the court. But Mr. Berke was not satisfied with that. He didn't want my fiancé to plead guilty to anything because the fight case was dropped and also it wasn't his fault. Mr. Berke called me back with the greatest news. He said that my fiancé did not have to plead guilty to anything and the case was nulled. So now my fiancé just had to report back to probation. The only thing is that the year he lost of not going to probation was not counted but he didn't care. He was happy everything was over. I would definitely recommend Mr. Berke was reasonable and very down to earth. Definitely has the experience under his belt. Eventhough he was great hopefully we won't have to hire him again. Lol! Got to stay out of trouble. Lol!

Posted by anonymous | August 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Attorney Berke is the Best!!

Attorney Berke is an amazing person with strong morals, character and virtue. I was falsely accused on a domestic violence charge. The morning I needed to appear in court I needed a lawyer immediately. A good friend of mine recommended Attorney Berke. I called him and he called me right back. He list...ened to my case and represented me in court that morning. He was absolutely amazing with his organization and fine details to advocate for me. This Attorney tackles any problem with ease. He is that good!! Most importantly, during one of the most difficult times in my life he listened, understood and had compassion for my situation. He goes above and beyond for his clients. When I called him about any questions or concerns he would respond. Attorney Berke was able to get a dismissal on my case. I am eternally grateful for what he has done for me. This is the kind of Attorney you want defending you in court. He truly is one of a kind. He is a genius. Thank you Attorney Berke for all you have done for me. God Bless You!!

Posted by Brian | January 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

A Lawyer who more than delivers on his promises

When I first met Robert Berke about an unjust case, he told me the case would be dismissed. He is very knowledgeable, professional and helpful. I was unsure of what to do and he answered every question I had no matter how trivial. He is very smart and always has a plan of how to handle things. He mor...e than delivered on his promise to get the case to dismissed and I would recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance.

Posted by Jose Delgado | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Court proceeding

I hired Mr Berke thinking I was going to jail. But I was really wrong he explained to me diffrent ways he would handle my case. He was always on time and always explain to me what was happening I have an extensive record so I really didn't have any confidence in him only because of my record but I w...as completely wrong I'm happy to say that I ended up with three years of probation and no jail time I would strongly recommend Mr Berke to anyone...

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Robert M Berke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kent Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rob reputation is well known throughout the legal community, so it was without hesitation that I referred a client to him for the criminal defense aspects of a civil matter. He resolved the matter quickly and favorably for our joint client."

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Max Rosenberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Berke is one of the most impressive, accomplished lawyers in his field. We first met when he secured an appeal and later an acquittal for a friend. I have been nothing but impressed with him since then. I am very pleased to be working with him on a case currently."

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Anthony Tuorto

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Charles Young

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as trustworthy, skilled and experienced."

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Kent Miller

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Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Community service award, Woodbridge Democratic Town Commmittee

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Silver Bullet, NRA

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Expert witness, Criminal defense

2010 - Present

founder and owner, Law Office of Robert Berke

1999 - 2000

Attorney, Private Law Firm 2

1992 - 1998

Attorney, Government Attorney

1991 - 1991

Judicial intern, United States District Court CT

1990 - 1991

Law Clerk intern, United States District court CT

Associations

2015 - Present

Police Commission

Chairman

2015 - Present

Expert witness

criminal defense

2013 - Present

Town of Woodbridge

Board of Ethics

1994 - Present

Woodbridge Democratic Town Committee

member

2008 - 2015

Town of Woodbridge

Town Moderator

2004 - 2006

Quinnipiac University School of Law

Mock trial judge

1995 - 2015

Woodbridge Democratic Town Committee

Treasurer

Sample of Legal Cases

State v, David G

Dismissed

State v. Edwin G.

NOT GUILTY

State v. Billy S.

NOT GUILTY

State v. Conrod D.

Not guilty

Orlando Lopez Soto v, Bridgeport Police

confidential settlement

State v. John L.

criminal trials

not guilty

State v. Alvin R

NOT GUILTY

State v. James S.

NOT GUILTY

State v. Carlos D

Not Guilty

State v. Benluet T.

Not guilty of attempted murder, guilty of gun possession

State v. Benluet T.

Not guilty of attempted murder, guilty of gun possession

State v. Mike B.

Not Guilty

State v. Jeffrey B

Not Guilty

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Education

1992

Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

State University of New York, Albany

BA

Speaking Engagements

2017

Fairfield County Bar Association

Discovery in Criminal Cases

2010

Criminal Practice Violations of Probation

Violations of probation

Publications

2010

Ct Criminal Practice CT Crminal Practice

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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