Sanford Z. Berman
About Sanford Z. Berman
Sanford Z. Berman is a lawyer based in Greenbelt, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Sanford Z. Berman is recognized in the following practice area:
- Greenbelt, Maryland
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
Current Firm: Houlon, Berman, Finci & Levenstein LLC
Education: American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 1967
Location: Greenbelt, MD
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