
Erik William Berger, Appellate Attorney in Oakmont, Pennsylvania
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Employment, and Securities · 3.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratOsterhout Berger Disability Law
Oakmont, PA
Practicing appellate in Oakmont since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 3.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Erik William Berger is a partner based in Oakmont, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and Securities. Erik has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osterhout Berger Disability Law. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Oakmont, PA
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Employment · Securities
- Handles Appellate, Employment, and Securities matters from Oakmont, PA.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Erik William Berger: Erik William Berger is a partner based in Oakmont, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and Securities. Erik has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osterhout Berger Disability Law. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Erik takes on
Erik concentrates on appellate, employment, securities, and ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erik handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Employment
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Securities
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SSD
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Appellate cases in Oakmont, Pennsylvania
Erik takes appellate matters in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Oakmont, Pennsylvania
Erik takes employment matters in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Oakmont, Pennsylvania
Erik takes securities matters in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Oakmont, Pennsylvania
Erik takes ssd matters in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erik agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Erik William Berger — appellate lawyer in Oakmont
Erik William Berger is a partner based in Oakmont, PA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Employment, and Securities. Erik has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Osterhout Berger Disability Law. Rated 3.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Mr. Erik William Berger is a lawyer practicing erisa and individual disability, appellate practice, social security and 1 other area of law. Erik received a B.A. degree from Thiel College in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Erik practices at Osterhout Berger Disability Law in Oakmont, PA and 1 other location.
Working with Erik on a appellate matter
Mr. Erik William Berger is a lawyer practicing erisa and individual disability, appellate practice, social security and 1 other area of law. Erik received a B.A. degree from Thiel College in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Erik practices at Osterhout Berger Disability Law in Oakmont, PA and 1 other location.
Clients Erik works with
Erik reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, employment, and securities matters in Oakmont and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Duquesne University School of Law
J.D. · 1996
Thiel College
B.A. Political · 1993
Jurisdictions
Erik's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2022 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2001 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
Florida
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1996 · ACTIVE
Erik studied at J.D. in Duquesne University School of Law and B.A. Political in Thiel College.
Law school and academic background
Erik completed J.D. in Duquesne University School of Law and B.A. Political in Thiel College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erik runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Erik has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Erik's professional memberships and bar associations
National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR) Florida Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association National Association of Disability Representatives (NADR) Jacksonville Bar Association
membership
Locations
Erik William Berger's office in Oakmont
Erik's primary office is at 521 Cedar Way, Suite 200, Oakmont, PA, 15139. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Osterhout Berger Disability Law
521 Cedar Way, Suite 200
Oakmont, PA 15139
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Client reviews of Erik William Berger — 3.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Erik. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Oakmont.
3.0
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How to hire Erik William Berger — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erik usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erik charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik'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; Erik will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Oakmont, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Erik
Erik discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Erik confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erik's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Erik William Berger
How much does it cost to hire Erik for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erik walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erik offer a free consultation?
Erik charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erik's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Erik's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Erik gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erik take my case if I'm outside Oakmont?
Erik is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Erik 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 Erik?
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. Erik will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erik accepting new appellate clients right now?
Erik's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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