Our Mission

“We deliver creative and effective business solutions and counsel.” 

Every word of our mission statement is a testament to who we are and our core beliefs:

We – we think of our firm as a team, and each of our attorneys practices principally on one practice team. Our Firm culture encourages and rewards collaboration in all aspects of our business, because we believe collaboration enhances client service. You may be introduced to our Firm by one of our attorneys or your matter may be handled principally by one attorney, but when you engage, you get the benefit of whichever of our team members can add value to our representation. Our attorney compensation system does not reward or encourage attorneys who resist involving others within our Firm who can help in a particular engagement or aspect thereof.

Deliver – the greatest legal work in the world adds no value until it is translated into a timely action plan for our clients. We know that clients often operate with tight time constraints and we are fully aware that time is money. Our attorney team members are sensitive to the needs and realities of our clients' business and are committed to deliver advice and counsel in a timely manner. 

Creative – we know that there are many smart lawyers, but smart is frequently not enough. Some lawyers have a well- deserved and earned reputation as “deal killers,” and indeed often times it is easy for business lawyers to find lots of good reasons to advise clients against pursuing a transaction. We pride ourselves on the creativity of our attorney team members, and on our ability to get deals done-especially the hard ones.

Effective – by including the concept of effectiveness in our mission statement, we demonstrate to our clients and remind ourselves that our approach to an engagement always has to be governed by the particular attributes of the engagement, including size, time constraints, and other governing factors. Within the notion of effectiveness, we include efficiency as well. We know that incurring $100,000 in legal fees for a $250,000 transaction is not effective for our clients, regardless of the elegance of the documents we could prepare or the approach we could formulate. Many of our attorney team members joined us after practicing at large institutional firms. They experienced firsthand the dismay of clients assigned multiple layers of attorneys and paraprofessionals on their matters. We take an evaluative approach and ensure effective representation in the way we staff the engagements entrusted to us.

Business Solutions – while we have the pleasure of representing many institutional clients, our practice is largely a transaction business. We consistently demonstrate our ability to identify with and assist entrepreneurial and business clients overcome obstacles that stand in the way of achieving their goals and objectives.

Counsel – above all else, our clients and prospective clients come to us for counsel. That counsel could take the form of legal representation or advising a prospect or client that a desired business outcome is not feasible. Sometimes the best counsel we can give is that we are not the best Firm to help with an engagement or aspect of an engagement. In all the counsel we give, we consistently demonstrate that we are long-term relationship-oriented with our clients and prospective clients, and that we understand that even by foregoing a representation offered to us, we build faith and trust in our clients. Our desired relationship with our clients is that they call us for all of their legal or professional service needs, and we help to guide them to the appropriate professionals, within or outside of our Firm.

"We pride ourselves on delivering the right resources to our clients and other professional service firms to solve any problem effectively and efficiently, and to realize any opportunity.” Mitchell W. Berger, Co-Chair

Florida’s Business Law Firm

With approximately 100 attorneys and offices in Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Tallahassee, Tampa, and West Palm Beach, Berger Singerman serves a diverse client base with a Florida focus and international scope. We practice throughout the U.S. and frequently handle matters in Europe, Asia and South America.

We limit our practice to areas in which our peers and credible third-party evaluators recognize us among the very best in Florida. We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver creative, effective and passionate client service to resolve any problem and to take advantage of any opportunity.

Serving the needs of successful individuals in advancing their business interests, as well as in building and preserving their wealth, forms the strong foundation for our practice. We are proud of the depth of expertise of our legal teams, who primarily focus on individuals and families. We work closely with financial advisors, law firms, accountants and trust companies to assist our clients in achieving their financial and philanthropic goals and endeavor to provide legal competitive advantages for their businesses.

Referral matters form a substantial part of our Firm’s practice. When other law firms have conflicts, need in-depth knowledge of Florida law, or require special expertise, they honor us by trusting us with their clients. We put our reputation on the line through our referrals, including two global networks of leading law firms: TAGLaw and Lexwork International.

Berger Singerman's entrepreneurial culture and client service initiatives were previously recognized by the National Law Journal's Midsize Hotlist as a top 20 firm for three consecutive years. Over the past five years, both the Sun-Sentinel and the South Florida Business Journal recognized the Firm with the top "Best Places to Work" awards. Additionally, Berger Singerman was named a 'Regional Powerhouse' by Law360 and its Bankruptcy Litigation practice was named a “Litigation Department of the Year," the only firm recognized in the Bankruptcy category by the Daily Business Review. Our attorneys and Firm continue to receive individual recognition from, among others, Best Lawyers in America®, U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Law Firms,” Florida Trend Legal Elite, South Florida Legal Guide, Florida Super Lawyers, and Chambers USA.

While we are proud of our public awards, our clients’ decision to entrust us with their legal matters is our ultimate endorsement.
 

Community service is an integral part
of Berger Singerman’s culture.

We believe in the importance of giving back to the communities that support us. Our attorneys and staff members take on leadership roles in numerous nonprofit organizations, bringing their experience and passion to drive meaningful change. We actively participate in hands-on projects, such as Habitat for Humanity builds and United Way service days, dedicating our time and skills to improve the lives of those in need.

Celebrating firm milestones through significant charitable donations is another way we demonstrate our commitment. These donations support a wide array of causes, reflecting our dedication to addressing diverse community needs. Our fundraising efforts extend to participating in walks, races, and other events to support critical causes like cancer research and heart disease prevention.

During the holiday season, we make substantial contributions to various charities, ensuring that our celebrations contribute to the greater good. This practice embodies our philosophy of turning every opportunity into a chance to give back.

In addition to our community service efforts, we are deeply committed to providing pro bono legal services to those who cannot afford representation. Our attorneys volunteer their time and experience to assist individuals and organizations with legal issues, ensuring access to justice for all. 

By integrating community service and pro bono work into our daily operations, we not only strengthen our ties with local communities but also foster a culture of social responsibility within our firm. This dedication enriches our values and helps us make a lasting, positive impact on society, reinforcing our belief that success is not just measured by financial performance but also by the difference we make in the world around us.