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Charles Lawrence Berg

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 37 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Living Wills ... +3 more

555 NE 15th St Ph A, Miami, FL

About Charles

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 37 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1988

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Berg, Ettelman & Berg, P.A.

555 NE 15th St Ph A, Miami, FL, 33132-1434

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Charles Lawrence Berg's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Justin | November 4, 2014

Outstanding Law Services with Charles Berg

I have known and utilized Charles Berg's services for over 14 years. His attention to detail is impressive and comforting. He's an excellent listener, caters to your needs, and is clearly very knowledgeable. There is no question that he has your best interest in heart. He takes pride in his prof...ession and is very ethical. He has been an integral part in my estate planning. I give Mr. Berg my highest recommendation.

Posted by MAS | November 3, 2014

Superior Attorney and Human Being

I cannot say enough good things about Charles Berg. He skillfully guided our family through probate, estate planning and home sale. He explained patiently answered any questions and made certain that we all understood the complete process. He is extremely competent, honest, and ethical. As th...e years go by he continues to check on our welfare and in so doing has become a trusted friend.

Posted by Mario | November 3, 2014

I needed professional help and Charles came to my rescue

A most trustworthy attorney and a great friend, Charles handled several important matters including an old family probate and a will and trust for my partner and I. Charles is always there to help me with questions and advices.

Posted by Eugene | October 29, 2014

Evaluation of service provided by lawyer Charles L. Berg.Miami, Florida

He was responsive to my request and completed the project to my complete satisfaction and within the proposed time frame.Modified my 'Last Will and Testament' this year 2014.

Posted by Glenn | October 29, 2014

Thorough, Trustworthy and Easy to Understand

Charlie has been helping my partner and I with estate planning for over 20 years. He's always available to answer any questions and takes the time to explain each option in an easy to understand way. A trustworthy attorney and friend, Charlie makes the complex world of estate planning seem simple.

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Charles Lawrence Berg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brandon Ettelman

Probate lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Family member

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Murphy

Wills and living wills lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is ethical, diligent and highly knowledgeable in his field. He is very well respected. Elizabeth Murphy, Esq."

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James Hicks

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional lawyer and person. He is capable of handling estate, trust and probate matters at the highest level."

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Louis Zaretsky

Probate lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Murphy

Financial markets and services lawyer

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Louis Zaretsky

Real estate lawyer

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James Hicks

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Florida Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2015

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2011

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2009

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2007

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2006

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2005

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2004

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2002

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2001

Top Lawyer, South Florida Legal Guide

2001

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Attorney / Partner, Berg, Ettelman & Berg PA

1988 - 1989

Attorney, Ullman & Ullman, PA

1988 - 1988

Certified Legal Intern, State Attorney's Office/Miami

1987 - 1988

Law Clerk, Parenti & Falk, PA

1986 - 1987

Internship / Law Clerk, US District Judge Sydney M. Aronovitz

Associations

1993 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

1989 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Admitted to Practice

1989 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

Admitted to Practice

Education

1988

University of Miami School of Law

JD

1985

The University of Texas At Austin

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Languages

English

Spanish

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