Firm Overview
The Berkal Law Firm was established in 2020 in Lake Orion, Michigan. Through its principal, David J. Berkal, provides expert representation to its clients as David personally handles every case entrusted to his care. Today, despite the emphasis towards growth in the legal community, David has minimized his footprint with the intent to represent his clients on an individual basis while delivering superior results.
The difference
The Berkal Law Firm prides itself on maintaining a niche firm that provides personal attention to each client regardless the monetary value of a particular matter. We emphasize the expedient and cost-efficient resolution of disputes and other legal matters without the cost associated with larger firms often burdened with significant overhead. David brings nearly 35 years of litigation experience, while employing modern methods of case presentation to reduce costs and maximize results.
David Berkal
attorney
A Michigan native, David Berkal was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1960. He is a proud Spartan and graduated from Michigan State University in 1983. He then attended law school at the MSU College of Law f/k/a Detroit College of Law (J.D., cum laude, 1986) and obtained admission to the State Bar of Michigan in 1986.
The beginning
I started counseling clients in 1986. After spending several years with two large national firms handling cases around the country, I joined a more local practice to limit my travel and have more flexibility and time to spend at home. In a boutique setting, I was able to personally handle every case entrusted to my care. Together with my former partners, John Curley and Marvin Monroe, I was able to represent clients with a small town approach while delivering superior results.
Legal Practices
David has practiced in many different areas including Truck Litigation, Transportation Law, Automobile Negligence, Commercial Litigation, General Business Litigation, Insurance Litigation, Coverage Litigation, Subrogation, Construction Litigation, Real Estate (litigation), Premises Liability, Products Liability, Dram Shop Litigation, Advertising Litigation and Criminal Defense.
Lake Orion
David has lived in Lake Orion with his wife, Kim Zilka Berkal (a lifelong resident of Lake Orion) for the past 31 years. Together, David and Kim proudly matriculated three children through Lake Orion Schools. After practicing in Southfield for many years, David looks forward to serving the community he calls home.
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