Joshua G. "Josh" Berman
About Joshua G. Berman
Joshua G. Berman is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. Joshua G. Berman is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Clifford Chance US LLP
Education: The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: Washington, DC
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