Small Firm Personal Attention, Large Firm Results. Criminal Defense & Family Law.
Hershel Ber has practiced law in the State of Arizona for twenty-six years. The law firm focuses on handling divorce and family law cases, serious wrongful death actions, as well as criminal cases including assaults, drug offenses and fraudulent schemes. He has partnered on various cases with other attorneys throughout the country. Hershel has honed his litigation skills through hundreds of trials while at his law firm.
Hershel began his career as a magna cum laude graduate of Whittier Law School in 1995. He was an editor on the Law Review as well as a member of the Moot Court Honors Board, leading his team in various competitions. He received two American Jurisprudence Awards in the study of constitutional law. Mr. Ber interned for both the Federal Magistrate Judge Joseph Reichmann in the U.S. District Court - Los Angeles, California as well as the Arizona Attorney General's Environmental Enforcement Unit - Criminal Division. Mr. Ber also received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Arizona State University.
Hershel Ber is a member of the Arizona State Bar in good standing since 1995. He has been a partner in his own firm for more than twenty years having previously worked in both a criminal defense law office and an insurance defense firm. Hershel understands that client's lives, businesses and finances are turned upside down when facing serious or catastrophic litigation. Hershel's extensive experience in court helps focus his work on techniques that really matter in cases. He knows the importance of putting in the time and effort in every case to make a difference for his clients. Hershel knows the importance of hiring an attorney who has extensive courtroom experience. Hershel also believes in giving back to the community. He has dedicated his personal time to providing pro bono legal advice to indigent clients. Due to his considerable efforts, Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor presented Hershel Ber with the "For Love of Justice" award for his pro bono work.
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26 years
23 years
Languages spoken
English
11120 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 101
Phoenix, AZ, 85028
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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AZ | Active | 1995 | 05/22/2022 |
Legal answers | 9 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Pro Bono Award | Community Legal Services | 2018 |
For the Love of Justice Award | Community Legal Services | 2007 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Ber & Associates | 1997 - Present |
Associate Attorney | Thomas & Elardo | 1997 - 1997 |
Attorney | Larry Katz, Lawyer, Ltd. | 1995 - 1997 |
Law Intern | United States District Court Los Angeles | 1994 - 1995 |
Law Intern | Arizona Attorney General's Office | 1993 - 1993 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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State Bar of Arizona | Criminal Law Section, Small Firm Section | 1995 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | N/A |
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice | Member | 1996 - 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Whittier Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
Arizona State University | Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering | 1992 |
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Heidi Lukacsik, Family Attorney on Oct 16, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I was the BIA on a case where Hershel represented one of the parents. Hershel showed great command over the contested issues and helped the case come to full settlement. Hershel was able to focus on the major issues needing attention and didn't let the case get lost in a rabbit hole of trivial issues. It was great working with Hershel and I would endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on May 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Hershel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Heidi Lukacsik, Family Attorney on Oct 16, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I was the BIA on a case where Hershel represented one of the parents. Hershel showed great command over the contested issues and helped the case come to full settlement. Hershel was able to focus on the major issues needing attention and didn't let the case get lost in a rabbit hole of trivial issues. It was great working with Hershel and I would endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on May 22, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Hershel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Robert Dodell, Unknown Attorney on Mar 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Smart and reputable.
Ronald Thomas, Car accident Attorney on Feb 13, 2014
Relationship: Friend
I endorse this lawyer. He is friend of mine and we worked together on a few cases years ago. I saw firsthand how he advocates strongly for his clients. And having been friends with him for a long time, I know he is very ethical.
Judd Nemiro, Family Attorney on Apr 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I met Hershel through Donna Heller, my mentor in Family Law. He is an incredible lawyer who provides the highest service to his clients. I wholeheartedly recommend Hershel to anyone seeking an attorney in his practice areas.
Anthony Krueger, Family Attorney on May 19, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
It is an honor and a pleasure to endorse an attorney who has attained as high a level of professionalism as Hershel Ber. I had worked with Hershel for three years as of-counsel and co-council. Hershel utilizes his legal knowledge and experience as well as charisma to effectively advocate for clients in both dispute resolution and litigation matters. Most importantly, Hershel takes the time gain a comprehensive understanding of each client’s general circumstances in order to best advise him or her throughout the legal representation process.
Donna Heller, Litigation Attorney on May 5, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Attorney Hershel Ber for many years, both personally and professionally, so it is an honor to be able to write an endorsement for him. Hershel has a brilliant mind, and could probably do anything he wanted. He seems very dedicated to the legal profession and to continually improving his practice. He took on running his own firm very early in his career, and still has a lot of enthusiasm for his work. His clarity and determination are the right combination of ingredients to serve his clients well.
Mark Baran, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Mar 27, 2008
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Hershel was local co-cousel on a litigation matter I handled as an out-of-state attorney. He was thorough and timely in assisting me with handling local issues of Arizona law and demonstrated high professionalism and experience in his knowledge unique to Arizona litigation practice. I would recommend Hershel and would work wiht him again if I handle another case in Arizona.
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