Paul H Zukerberg

Paul H Zukerberg

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 40 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Washington, DC
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Brain Injury, Wrongful Death, Car Accidents

1790 Lanier Place NW, Washington, DC

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

Paul and his team of expert review personal injury cases from DC, Maryland and Virginia. Call us to schedule a free, no-obligation case review. 202.232.6400

42 years | 300 cases

40%
Brain Injury 20%

Paul has been representing brain injury survivors and their families for over 20 years. Personal injury, criminal responsibility, guardianships, special needs trusts, life care and estate planning.

42 years | 50 cases

20%
Car Accident 20%

42 years

20%
Wrongful Death 20%

When a personal injury leads to death, DC's wrongful death and survivorship acts kick in. You'll appreciate Paul's 26 years of experience to guide the case to success.

27 years | 2 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 10 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 40 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1985

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 40 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 40 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1985

Disabled

No misconduct found

Location

Zukerberg & Halperin, PLLC

1790 Lanier Place NW, Washington, DC, 20009

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Paul H Zukerberg's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend the Zuckerberg Law Center

Truly outstanding representation of case in court with consultation with medical and forensic medical experts. No questions left unanswered or investigated. Caring and exceptional in explaining the process of filings in court. Always answered calls promptly.

Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2012

Great Attorney

Would absolutely recommend Attorney Zukerberg. I was charged with possession with the intent to distribute marijuana, and to make things more complicated I was a student and the incident happened on campus so there was a university side of things as well as a legal side of things. Mr. Zukerberg was a... tremendous help with both issues I was dealing with. At first dealing with the legal proceedings was quite nerve racking; the prosecution was difficult to deal with and were not really looking to work with us. My case lasted 6 months with 5 total court dates and the entire time Mr. Zukerberg kept advocating for me and pushed the prosecution through many different offers. Eventually he got them to offer a plea deal in which they lessened the charge to possession of marijuana. I pleaded and he then successfully argued for me to sentenced under the Youth Act so after 6 months the convictions won't be on my record. I couldn't have asked for a better outcome after all was said and done. If I ever got into trouble again in DC I would use Mr. Zukerberg again and if I ever have a friend who ran into legal trouble I'd give them his number.

Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2012

Accessible

I retained Paul to represent me on a marijuana possession charge, which unfortunately happened to occur on federal property--making the charges somewhat more serious as a result. Paul took the time to explain my options and make recommendations as to the best course of action in his opinion. I fel...t as though he wanted to make sure I fully understood the possible options and appreciated his patience and ability to describe the various scenarios that could play out. Throughout the process, I felt that Paul was very accessible and always returned my call or e-mail same-day. Paul was also able to negotiate several special conditions to the terms of my eventual probation. I would definitely recommend Paul as an experienced attorney in this area and would retain him again should the need arise (though I hope it doesn't).

Posted by Michael | September 10, 2012

Satisified Client -

I hired Zukerberg Law Center to resolve an outstanding Invoice that was over a year old. With the help of the Zukerberg Law Center, I was able to the invoice paid. Thank you Zukerberg Law Center.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2011

Highly qualified and a warrior in the Court Room

Paul Zukerberg was recommended to me by someone who saw his work in the Court Room. all my expectations of his representation were met due to his knowledge, deligence and professionalism. I found him exceptional in caring for you as his client and also demonstrated great zeal in the defense of his... client in the court room.

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Paul H Zukerberg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Lemanski

Unknown lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Bruckheim

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul does an outstanding job for his clients. He consistently goes the extra mile to challenge the prosecution and get the best results for his clients."

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James Papirmeister

General practice lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul Zukerberg is smart, effective and very experienced. He's a fine lawyer."

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Jonathan Halperin

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul is an incredibly talented lawyer who really knows his way around a courtroom. Paul is effective, zealous and dynamic, In addition to working with him, I have referred many criminal clients to him, all with great results."

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Gary Gerstenfield

Brain injury lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Zukerberg has a well earned reputation in the community as a fighter for his clients. I recommend him as a lawyer who knows this very difficult area of law."

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Kenneth Trombly

Brain injury lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Mr Zukerberg as a bright, tenacious and caring lawyer...three characteristics that you want in an attorney but rarely find in one person. He works hard for his clients and gets them excellent results. He is highly recommended."

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Jon Norris

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Zuckerberg is one of the finest and most tenacious lawyers practicing in D.C. I have known Paul for close to 20 years. He fights for his clients, whether they have been falsely accused of criminal conduct, negligently injured or have lost a family member to wrongful death or traumatic brain injury, Paul has the knowledge and experience to get justice for his clients. He deserves my highest recommendation."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

2015 Pro Bono Award, D.C. Appleseed

2000

Felony Panel Attorney, United States District Court EDVA

1998

Felony Panel Attorney, D.C. Superior Court

1984

Moore's Trophy, Washington College of Law

N/A

Fel, DC Superior Court

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Zukerberg & Halperin, PLLC

1985 - Present

Founder, Zukerberg Law Center, PLLC

2004 - 2005

Adjunct Professor, Catholic University Of America's Columbus School Of Law

Associations

2003 - Present

American Association for Justice (District of Columbia chapter)

Member

2001 - Present

Brain Injury Association of Washington

Legal & Business Affairs Committee

1997 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Lifetime Member

1985 - Present

Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1985 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member 20+ yrs

Sample of Legal Cases

Zukerberg v. DC Board of Elections

Home Run for DC Voters

Valdes v. United States

Conviction Reversed - All Charges Dismissed

Zukerberg v. District of Columbia

Paul's $5 Million Dollar Verdict Affirmed on Appeal

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Education

1985

American University, Washington College of Law

Juris Doctor

1979

Hamilton College

BA

Speaking Engagements

2012

Traumatic Brain Injury Claims Brain Injury Cases

2010

Brain Injury Lectures - New York - 2010 Litigating the Traumatic Brain Injury Case

2005

Columbus School of Law Federal Civil Procedure

2000

Catholic University Law School Federal Civil Procedure

Publications

2012

Foster Press Brain Injury Basics

Languages

English

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