Craig L. Berman

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Craig L. Berman

3.6
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 33 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

111 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 706, Saint Petersburg, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in South Carolina for 33 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 1992

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1994

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Berman Law Firm, P.A.

111 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 706, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701

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Craig L. Berman's Reviews

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3.6 /5.0

15 Client Reviews


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Many reviewers praise the lawyer as highly knowledgeable, professional, and dedicated, often highlighting successful outcomes and reassuring communication. A smaller number of reviews also note concerns regarding communication delays, preparation, and overall case management.

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by HOWARD | February 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Client

Mr. Berman has an excellent unorthodox style that presents results, He is knowledgeable, trustworthy and passionate towards negotiating settlement. Brilliant in conducting Depositions detrimental to your case. Mr Berman proved to be very knowledgeable both in International and Domestic Law and will... stick with you no matter how many years it takes to win your case. If you want results then I would highly recommend Craig Berman for representation. Berman Law Firm, P.A.

Posted by Holly | August 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Professional & Trustworthy

Berman Law Firm, P.A. was retained to support two cases. One case was a very nasty employment discrimination suit and the other was a severance issue. I wanted to express my gratitude for Mr. Bermans efforts and dedication for each case. Both cases were long and upsetting processes and Mr. Berman was... very generous regarding advice, clarity, much needed attention, and time. Mr. Berman put things in perspective and took all the stress out. I am quite thankful that Mr. Berman was there during this crucial time in my life. The advice and support regarding putting things in perspective restored my faith in the system as he worked everything out for me. Mr. Bermans knowledge and determination were something that solved my worries. I highly recommend Berman Law Firm, P.A. and Mr. Craig Berman.

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2013

Highly Recommended

Mr. Berman is an excellent attorney. He is professional and trustworthy He successfully represented me and is extremely knowledgeable about employment law. I would highly recommend Mr. Berman’s law firm.

Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Would NOT Recommend for Employment Law Cases

If you’re thinking about hiring Craig to represent you in an employment case, do yourself a favor and look elsewhere. I hired him to handle a wrongful termination claim, and what I got was a lawyer who dragged his feet, ignored urgent deadlines, and ultimately bailed when the case demanded real effor...t. Craig presents himself as an advocate, but in reality, he made minimal progress, rarely initiated communication, and consistently waited for me to push things forward. He showed no urgency, even after the opposing side made insulting settlement offers. Every strategic suggestion or document push came from me, not him. It felt like I was doing most of the legal legwork for a lawyer who was set to take 40 percent of the outcome. When I finally demanded action, after months of delays and indifference, he responded not with professionalism but with excuses and personal attacks. He accused me of being disrespectful simply because I held him accountable. And instead of handling the pressure that comes with litigation, he quit, citing reasons that felt like scapegoating to avoid responsibility. Worst of all, he withdrew knowing I was in the middle of arbitration. That speaks volumes. If you want a lawyer who takes your case seriously, communicates consistently, and actually fights for your outcome, keep looking. I would NOT recommend Craig to anyone expecting more than passive representation and thin-skinned excuses.

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Horrible

Never consulted with me when going in for an offer with opposing counsel. Actually ended up siding with opposing counsel behind my back. Berman is sneaky and he's a liar. Does what he wants without communicating to his client. Never prepared me for a deposition, never kept me informed. He didn't d...o one thing for me except he took a retainer fee and he took 40% of my joke of a settlement that he didnt even earn.

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Stephen Shaw

Sexual harassment lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer highly. I worked with Craig on several sexual harassment cases including trial and appeal. He is an excellent trial lawyer. He prepares thoroughly and is a vigorous advocate for his clients. I do not hesitate to refer clients to him."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Associations

Florida Bar

Member

Clearwater Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

Hillsborough County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

National Employment Lawyers Association (Florida chapter)

Member

South Carolina Bar Association

Member

Massachusetts Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

Education

1992

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1992

South Carolina Law Review South Carolina Whistleblower Protection: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Languages

English

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