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One of the country's top attorneys practicing in the challenged field of disaster recovery litigation, representing property owners on a contingency basis.
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Martina Silas, Esq.
"I was inspired by him."
Martina Silas, Esq.
Very thoughtful
Very thoughtful.
Robert N. Williams, Esq.
Gary T. Fye, Insurance Claims Investigator
Congratulations on your nomination for the Trial Lawyer of the Year award. Needless to say, I am very proud of your accomplishment. . .
Gary T. Fye, Insurance Claims Investigator
Timothy Sullivan, Esq., General Counsel, First American…
'Pursued “the most aggressively litigated and complex proceedings that I have experienced in my 35 years of practice.”
Timothy Sullivan, Esq., General Counsel, First American…
Steven Nardizzi, Esq., Executive Director, Wounded Warrior…
Mr. Bernheim, thank you for all you do for Wounded Warrior Project.
Steven Nardizzi, Esq., Executive Director, Wounded Warrior…
Jefferey Sjobring, P.A., California Public Insurance Adjuster
"As an insurance litigator, he is a genius. There is no other litigation attorney who understands the insurance industry as he does.”
Jefferey Sjobring, P.A., California Public Insurance Adjuster
Joseph Liebman, Esq.
“I read about your recent victory. I just wanted to say congratulations.”
Joseph Liebman, Esq.
Marty Singer, Esq., Lavely & Singer
“Congratulations on your fantastic result.”
Marty Singer, Esq., Lavely & Singer
Tony Cardenas, L.A. City Councilmember
“I look forward to continuing to work together.”
Tony Cardenas, L.A. City Councilmember
Martina Silas, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
“Litigating against him was an exhausting and intellectually challenging experience. . . He’s a very talented litigator. Extremely tenacious.”
Martina Silas, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
Jeffrey K. Riffer, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
"Did “very good work."
Jeffrey K. Riffer, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
Lorenzo Gasparetti, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
“Intimidating.”
Lorenzo Gasparetti, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
Anthony Shafton, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
“He made A to Z discovery demands. . .he was a pain.”
Anthony Shafton, Esq. [opposing litigation counsel]
Ina De Long, Consumer Advocate and Cofounder…
Bernie – Be proud that you have taken the path less traveled by others. . . one that has been built by you, and you alone. You are special.
Ina De Long, Consumer Advocate and Cofounder…
Bruce M. Brusavich, Esq
Among the leading lawyers in the State
Bruce M. Brusavich, Esq
Edward Panasci, AIA, PE, Architect, Professional Engineer,…
“Bernie – a man who embodies the spirit of ‘Rolling Thunder’!”
Edward Panasci, AIA, PE, Architect, Professional Engineer,…
Amy Bach, Esq., President, United Policyholders
“Kicks ass for policyholders!”
Amy Bach, Esq., President, United Policyholders
David C. Parisi, Esq.
“Sit back and look at what you've accomplished.”
David C. Parisi, Esq.
Jack Lebovits
I want to thank you and your staff for the wonderful treatment that Deborah and I received throughout our recent legal case, and for the diligent efforts that resulted in…
Jack Lebovits
Morris Dees, Esq., Founder, Southern Poverty Law…
Mr. Bernheim, I'm grateful for your dedication to the SPLC since 2002.
Morris Dees, Esq., Founder, Southern Poverty Law…
Gary Richman, CPCU, SCLA, P.A., Insurance Consultant…
Tremendous resources, energy and skill.
Gary Richman, CPCU, SCLA, P.A., Insurance Consultant…
California Lawyer
Exceptional work.
California Lawyer
Audrey Giero
I want to thank you and your team of professionals for working so hard on our behalf. We feel that it was fate that God put us and our problem…
Audrey Giero
The American Lawyer
Hard driving. . . edgy.
The American Lawyer
Iva and Pierce Watson
Many thanks.
Iva and Pierce Watson
Steve White, Esq.
“Brought so much good fortune to so many people.”
Steve White, Esq.
Steve Edwards, Host, ‘Good Day LA’ on…
Keep up the good fight!
Steve Edwards, Host, ‘Good Day LA’ on…
Michael Artz, Esq.
“I appreciate your push towards perfection and all I have learned from you.”
Michael Artz, Esq.
Angelo Barrios
You are truly professionals and have completely looked after our best interest.
Angelo Barrios
Wayne Pacelle, President, The Humane Society of…
One of our most committed Humane Leaders.
Wayne Pacelle, President, The Humane Society of…
Arthur H. Trinkle, President, Metrex Systems Corporation
You may be sure I will recommend you to anyone I think you may be able to help in the future. I feel certain that your forceful approach, thoroughness and…
Arthur H. Trinkle, President, Metrex Systems Corporation
Krisi Davis [Homeowners Association manager]
Bernie! Thanks - with such sincere appreciation.
Krisi Davis [Homeowners Association manager]
Curtis A. Cole, Esq.
“Very thoughtfulI really appreciate all your help.”
Curtis A. Cole, Esq.
Helen and Julius Sorger
In appreciation, with love.
Helen and Julius Sorger
Chris DeRose, President & Founder, Last Chance…
I'm honored to know you.
Chris DeRose, President & Founder, Last Chance…
The Hidden Canyon Homeowners Association Board of…
We sincerely appreciate the countless hours of putting our needs first, making us a priority and helping us accomplish what many thought was impossible.
The Hidden Canyon Homeowners Association Board of…
Abel & Maria Cordoba
Thank you for your efforts on our case. Because of them, we just came back from a cruise to the end of the world. Abel was able to fly over…
Abel & Maria Cordoba
Rod and Krista Taylor
We just want you to know how appreciative we are for the incredible job you did. As time goes by, and the dust settles, it will become even clearer what…
Rod and Krista Taylor
Los Angeles Daily Journal
Iconoclastic. . . cares deeply about both the work he does and the people with whom he works. . . has law in his blood. . . ardor for his…
Los Angeles Daily Journal
John Taylor [of Duran Duran]
I wanted to let you know how grateful Amanda [Decadenet] and I are to you . . . we won’t hesitate to contact you in the future if there’s anything…
John Taylor [of Duran Duran]
David Roberti, (Former) President Pro Tem, California…
You can be justifiably proud of your accomplishments and abilities.
David Roberti, (Former) President Pro Tem, California…
David Dollman
Thank you Bernie, for going beyond the norm, and devoting your time to try to help my family, and all others still involved in this.
David Dollman
Board of Directors, Nordhoff Townhomes Homeowners Ass’n
In grateful appreciation for all the energy, time, effort and sacrifice spent on our behalf. From our hearts to you, the homeowners of Nordhoff Townhomes thank you for a job…
Board of Directors, Nordhoff Townhomes Homeowners Ass’n
the Hon. John Garamendi, United States Congressman,…
Thank you for. . . the very important opportunity to learn about the issues that you have with the [insurance] industry. Let's continue to share information.
the Hon. John Garamendi, United States Congressman,…
Miguel Altamirano, Paralegal
Through personal sacrifice, selflessness and without material reward bestowed the support and understanding without which my graduation from U.S.C. would not have been possible.
Miguel Altamirano, Paralegal
Richard D. Cordova, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer,…
A true partner in our work.
Richard D. Cordova, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer,…
Paul A. Roller, Esq., Director of Insurance,…
You are doing some of the finest work I've ever seen. Something to be really proud of. Winter soldiers in a land of sunshine patriots.
Paul A. Roller, Esq., Director of Insurance,…
Lucienne Sylla
A great, honest and diligent lawyer and staff. Words can say so little when someone’s done so much.
Lucienne Sylla
Stacy Jackman, Producer, Court TV
I could not have put together such an informative segment without your input.
Stacy Jackman, Producer, Court TV
Shirley & Emmett Giles
You are awesome.
Shirley & Emmett Giles
Lisa Nunez, Interim Administrator, County of Los…
Touched many children's lives.
Lisa Nunez, Interim Administrator, County of Los…
Tim Puckett
A truly great attorney. . . Bernie Bernheim got us $20 million.
Tim Puckett
Richard Friedman, Esq., Author, The Rules of the…
One of the brightest lawyers I have ever worked with . . . he’s brilliant.
Richard Friedman, Esq., Author, The Rules of…