Steven Paul Berne | Atlanta Litigation Lawyer

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About Steven
Lawyer.com Member Questionnaire
Please describe a case(s) in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
Several federal clients have received probation or deferred prosecution. One client was found not guilty after trial.
How did you build a successful practice?
Communicating directly with clients. Getting a good reputation for zealous representation.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
Experience. Trust. Results.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
A good reputation with prosecutors and judges will help in the courtroom.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
General information about issue. Upcoming hearing dates. Range of fees.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
Name of prospective client. Court name, if applicable. General ability to retain an attorney.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
Direct communication with client. Easily accessible. Experience in federal and state law.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
Working directly with clients and getting a good result.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
Playing and watching sports, listening to music and trevelling.
Are you involved in your community?
I teach at Emory Law School, I coach high school mock trial and I am president of my homeowners association.
Please contact me for a free consultation.
Experience
Trial Advocacy Instructor
Emory University School Of Law
2008 - Present
Member
Law Offices of Steven P. Berne
1991 - Present
Atlanta, GA
Attorney
Nick Long and Associates
1990 - 1991
Atlanta, GA
Assistant Public Defender
Federal Defender Program
1988 - 1990
Atlanta, GA
Assistant Public Defender
DeKalb County Public Defender
1987 - 1988
Decatur, GA
Admission
Central District Of Georgia
1987
Georgia
1987
Northern District Of Georgia
1987
Southern District Of Georgia
1987
Education
University Of Florida
B.A. (Political Science and Government)
1984

Recognitions & Achievements
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Executive Board | Member | Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
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Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Vice-President
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Emory University School of Law Trial Techniques Faculty | Member
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Georgia High School Mock Trial Competition | Coach
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Emory University School of Law Moot Court | Judge
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Homeowner’s Association | President
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Admitted to the Georgia State Bar1987
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Voted one of Georgia’s top criminal defense attorneys in Georgia Trend Magazine
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Featured commentator on WXIA-TV
Notable Work
State v. Sneiderman Legal Commentator
2013
Georgia Bar Foundation Federal Criminal Defense
2011
Investigation Seminar Investigations
2010
Advanced Criminal Practice Jury Selection
2009
Fall Seminar Closing Arguments
2007
Additional Info
Founded 1987
Law Office Of Steven Berne Highlights
Litigation, Criminal, White Collar Crime, Federal, DUI-DWI