Profile
In addition to being an aggressive litigator throughout his career, Mr. Bergman firmly believes that the best results for his clients and their families can be achieved through various methods of alternative dispute resolution including the use of collaborative law. By utilizing these resources instead of the traditional, exceptionally expensive and highly contentious method of litigation, his clients can better preserve their assets, improve family relationships and achieve dignity during the process. Mr. Bergman has become a well known statewide advocate for the use of collaborative law during the past 5 years.
Selected To
Maryland Super Lawyers 2012
Maryland Super Lawyers 2011
Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers 2011
Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers 2010
Maryland Super Lawyers 2010
Maryland Super Lawyers 2009
Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers 2009
Maryland Super Lawyers 2008
Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers 2008
Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers 2007
Maryland Super Lawyers 2007
About Ronald Bergman
Admitted: 1973, Maryland
Professional Webpage: www.houlonberman.com/attorneys/ronald-bergman/
Special Licenses/Certifications:
- Licensed to practice law in the State and Federal Courts of Maryland and the District of Columbia.Certification in Collaborative Law, 2006
Bar/Professional Activity:
- Maryland State Bar Association Family and Juvenile Law Section Council (2002-present); President & Founder of Collaborative Professionals of Southern Maryland (2006-present); Vice President of Maryland Collaborative Professionals Council; Collaborative Divorce Association (2008-present); Frequent Statewide and MICPEL Lecturer regarding topics in Family Law, Professionalism and trial tactics; Regularly testifies before Maryland Legislature regarding family law and related bills; Co-Chair of Pass the Uniform Collaborative Law Act in Maryand;International Academy of Collaborative Practicce membership.
Pro bono/Community Service:
- Board Member for Norbeck Country Club, Rockville, Maryland, 2007
Scholarly Lectures and Writings:
- Various publications regarding marital property, trial tactics and related family law topics, MICPEL FAMILY LAW Publications
- Various publications regarding marital property, trial tactics and related family law topics, MICPEL FAMILY LAW Publications
- Co-Author, Practice Sanity-When Attempts by Partners To Delegate Boomerang, Watch Out!, Family Law News, Maryland State Bar Association, 2011
- Co-Author, To Erase Law Firm Dysfunction, Assess and Address, Family Law News, Maryland State Bar Association, 2011
- Co-Author, Practice Sanity-Dealing With An Untrustworthy Partner, Family Law News, Maryland State Bar Association, 2011
Verdicts and Settlements:
- Personal injury settlement in 2004 valued at $2.5M; numerous verdicts and settlements totaling additional millions of dollars.
Educational Background:
- BA with Honors, University of Delaware. Majors in Political Science and Economics (1970) JD, National Law Center, George Washington University (1973)