Benjamin Beau Berger

Benjamin Beau Berger

also known as Ben Berger

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 23 years

Real estate Lawyer at Laguna Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Business, Construction & Development

24031 El Toro Road, Suite 200, Laguna Hills, CA

About Benjamin

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 40%

We have handled a wide range of real estate matters, including transactions and litigation related to: title issues, ownership disputes, partition, liens, security interests, options, leases, purchases, investment agreements, real estate trusts, and just about anything else related to real estate.

23 years | 100 cases

40%
Business 30%

"Business" is a rather broad label. Broad as it is, most of what we do is assist businesses with their affairs. From drafting documents and providing guidance at the inception of the business to winding up the affairs of a business (or negotiating/effecting the a sale of a business) and everything in between, we handle both the litigation and the transactional/consulting side.

23 years | 100 cases

30%
Construction and Development 30%

My family owns a large construction company where I worked, full or part-time, from the ages of 15 - 29. Since becoming an attorney, I have represented developers and contractors in every facet of their operations.

23 years | 100 cases

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-450 per hour

Contingency

30%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 23 years

State: California

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Berger Harrison, APC

24031 El Toro Road, Suite 200, Laguna Hills, CA, 92653

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Benjamin Beau Berger's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (17)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Franco | June 9, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Invaluable advice and counsel

From our first interaction Ben was exceptionally helpful, efficient and gauged the particular circumstances with sound advice. Throughout the process Ben was fundamental in formulating the right strategy to ensure the case was successful. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ben and his firm to... undertake professional work and would certainly use his services again.

Posted by David & Stephanie | September 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great Lawyer!

We have been a client of Mr. Berger's off and on for over 8 years now. We cannot say enough good things about his abilities to get a legal situation resolved! We appreciated how Mr. Berger's takes the time to explain the legal process in everyday terms that we could understand. We really appreciated ...how he did not back down from a very tough difficult lawsuit and walked us through to the end. His sound legal advice has been valued over the years from everyday basic business documents to COVID shutdowns complexity of lease agreements and lawsuits. We highly recommend Mr. Berger's for anyone looking for an honest, top-rated, reliable attorney!

Posted by Nancy | August 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The light at the end of the tunnel!

Ben is very professional and knowledgeable. He helped me after the damage was done and I felt like I had no hope. He cared enough to help me wrap up a case I’ve been trying to wrap up for years. He was completely understanding, caring and worked very diligently to the end. I’m so grateful and I high...ly recommend him. Thanks Ben!

Posted by Flora | January 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best I ever met

Mr Berger sold my business. It took approximately 6 months until the Closing day. The buyers were dragging and changing always the APA. Mr Berger was always available when needed for a conference call, with emails or even text messages. I never felt that he neglects my problems. He always addressed ...my interests. He modified multiple times the APA for my business sold for more than 1 million. He was always up to date, he was calling the buyer's attorney discussing details , conditions, terms. He wrote me and sent me documents after midnight but also at 6 AM. He is highly professional, knowledgeable, diligent, kind. After Mr Berger closed the deal with the sale of my business on 31st of the year. He was available on Christmas day and on 31st of the year. I realized that all attorneys that I had before are far away in what they offer from Mr Berger. I realized that Mr Berger deserves all the money and more. Mr. Berger works very hard and I am sure that he will make every client happy. Thank you Sir !

Posted by Ronnie | December 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

100% SATISFACTION

In 2018, my family and I ended up in an unfortunate situation. Before we met with Ben, we felt overwhelmed and defeated, however, Ben reassured my family and I that we would get through this situation. Not only did Ben fight for us but he also gave us hope during this terrible time. The only reason w...e felt positive is because we felt beyond confident in Ben's abilities. He is perseverant, assertive and compassionate. If your'e looking for a lawyer that will go above and beyond, look no further. Ben is your attorney.

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Benjamin Beau Berger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Moises Aguilar

General practice lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Berger on a variety of matters. He is extremely diligent and detail oriented. Anytime a case comes my way that my office does not handle, Mr. Berger is the first attorney we refer that case to."

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John Santeler

Business lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ben is a sharp attorney with a fine eye for detail and an ability to effectively communicate with clients on complex issues. I would highly recommend Benjamin Berger as a business attorney."

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Kevin Kunde

Real estate lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly endorse Mr. Ben Berger. He is professional, extremely knowledgeable, sharp and detail oriented. I have referred my past clients and personal friends to Mr. Berger, and he has always achieved excellent results for them."

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Nema Daghbandan

Business lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Ajalat

Business lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"From the first time I met him in a Riverside Courtroom years ago, I've been impressed with his ability. I strongly endorse Mr. Berger."

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M. Miller

Business lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Glenn Carlson

Business lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ben assisted greatly when an international matters required a California attorney. He always does a great job. I recommend him."

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Michael Doland

Business lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I just read a particularly accurate, analytic answer of Mr. Berger to an open ended business question, customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would want when looking to hire an attorney."

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Armen Garabedian

Construction and development lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly recommend Mr. Berger. We have collaborated on several matters and continue to be impressed by Ben's insightful and thorough approach on a wide rage of legal issues."

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Tyrone Martinez

Business lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is a highly motivated aggressive attorney. His attention to detail and commitment to his clients are second to none. On more than one occasion I have consulted with him regarding aspects of civil litigation, and have achieved positive outcomes as a result."

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Gino Barrto

Real estate lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"When my clients need a California attorney, we always turn to Ben. He has helped my clients and I with several California real estate issues and his advice has always proven to be right on the money."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2001

CALI Excellence Award - Wills and Trusts, Whittier Law School

2001

Dean's List, Whittier Law School

1999

Dean's List, The John Marshall Law School

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Partner, Berger Harrison, APC

2003 - 2004

Attorney, Murtaugh Meyer Nelson & Treglia

2002 - 2003

Sole Practitioner, Law Offices of Benjamin Berger

1999 - 2002

Sports Agent, FMG

1998 - 1999

Project Manager, Berger Excavating Contractors, Inc.

1994 - 1997

Estimator, Berger Excavating Contractors, Inc.

Associations

Orange County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Alter Ego

Judgment for defense and award of attorney's fees

Alter Ego Defense

Judgment for the Defense

Orange County - Trust and Probate Dispute

Multimillion dollar recovery

Landlord-Tenant Dispute

Judgment for defendant and award of attorney's fees

Irvine - commercial real estate dispute

Defense verdict

Newport Beach construction defect

Six-figure settlement

Oceanfront construction defect - Dana Point

$305,000 settlement

Construction dispute

Judgment for plaintiff

Unlawful vehicle repossession - class action

settlement

Oceanfront construction defect - Laguna

$825,000 settlement

Business dispute

$750,000 settlement

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Education

2013

Pepperdine University

ADR Certificate

2001

Whittier Coll SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Northern Illinois Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Ultimate Guide to Commercial Real Estate Commercial Real Estate

2014

Understanding Preliminary Title Reports

Mechanics Liens

2014

In House Seminar

Reducing the Risk of Litigation

2014

In House Seminar

Fair Lending Practices

Languages

English

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