Megan Colleen Berman, Business Attorney in Menlo Park, California
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Family Law
Associate
Menlo Park, CA
Practicing business in Menlo Park since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Megan Colleen Berman is an associate based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Family Law. Megan has over 16 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Menlo Park, CA
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Family Law
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Family Law matters from Menlo Park, CA.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Megan Colleen Berman: Megan Colleen Berman is an associate based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Family Law. Megan has over 16 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Megan's practice areas in Menlo Park
Megan concentrates on business, class action, family law, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Megan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Class Action
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Family Law
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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Business cases in Menlo Park, California
Megan takes business matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Megan agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Menlo Park, California
Megan takes class action matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Megan agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Menlo Park, California
Megan takes family law matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Megan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Menlo Park, California
Megan takes litigation matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Megan agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Menlo Park, California
Megan takes product liability matters in Menlo Park, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Megan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Megan Colleen Berman, business attorney serving Menlo Park
Megan Colleen Berman is an associate based in Menlo Park, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Family Law. Megan has over 16 years of legal experience. Megan works from Menlo Park, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Megan Colleen Berman is a lawyer practicing class action & complex litigation defense, commercial & business litigation, products liability and 1 other area of law. Megan received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 16 years. Megan practices in Menlo Park, CA.
How Megan handles business matters
Megan Colleen Berman is a lawyer practicing class action & complex litigation defense, commercial & business litigation, products liability and 1 other area of law. Megan received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College, and has been licensed for 16 years. Megan practices in Menlo Park, CA.
The kind of cases Megan takes
Megan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and family law matters in Menlo Park and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Megan studied and practices
University of Notre Dame Law School
J.D. · 2009
Dartmouth College B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Megan's state bar admissions
California
2010 · ACTIVE
Megan studied at J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and — in Dartmouth College B.A..
Law school and academic background
Megan completed J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and — in Dartmouth College B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Megan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Megan's professional memberships and bar associations
Affiliations & Memberships State Bar of California CommunityActivities Represent clients on pro bono basis in custody trials in family court, in removing proceedings in immigration court, and in habeas proceedings in criminal court
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Locations
Megan Colleen Berman's office in Menlo Park
Megan's primary office is at 120 B Santa Margarita Ave, Menlo Park, CA, 94025-2725. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Megan Colleen Berman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Megan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Megan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Megan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Menlo Park, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Megan
Megan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Megan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Megan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Megan Colleen Berman
How much does it cost to hire Megan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Megan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Megan offer a free consultation?
Megan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Megan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Megan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Megan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Megan take my case if I'm outside Menlo Park?
Megan is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Megan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Megan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Megan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Megan accepting new business clients right now?
Megan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Menlo Park, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Megan handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Menlo Park1,592 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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