James Berg
About James Berg
James Berg is a lawyer based in Sydney, AU and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ since 2019. James Berg is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Sydney, Australia
- Insurance Law
- Litigation
- Professional Malpractice Litigation
Current Firm: Barry Nilsson
Location: Sydney, AU
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