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Paul Berg, Business Attorney in Westport, Connecticut

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Paul Berg is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Currently practicing at Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC.

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Westport, CONNECTICUT
Experience
attorney
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Business · Tax
  • Handles Business and Tax matters from Westport, CONNECTICUT.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).

About Paul Berg: Paul Berg is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Currently practicing at Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Paul takes on

Paul concentrates on business and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Paul handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Westport, Connecticut

Paul takes business matters in Westport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Westport, Connecticut

Paul takes tax matters in Westport, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Paul agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Paul Berg — business lawyer in Westport

Paul Berg is an attorney based in Westport, CONNECTICUT. The practice focuses on Business and Tax. Currently practicing at Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC.

Paul Berg is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Tax Law.

Paul, who practices law in Westport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Paul on a business matter

Paul Berg is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Tax Law. Paul, who practices law in Westport, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Clients Paul works with

Paul reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and tax matters in Westport and the surrounding Connecticut area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Connecticut

    J.D. · 1977

Paul studied at J.D. in University of Connecticut.

Law school and academic background

Paul completed J.D. in University of Connecticut. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Paul runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Paul has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026).

Locations

Office locations for Paul Berg in Westport, Connecticut

Paul's primary office is at Westport, Connecticut, 06880. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Berkowitz, Trager & Trager LLC

Westport, Connecticut 06880

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Hiring guide

How to hire Paul Berg — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Paul usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Paul charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul'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; Paul will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Westport, Connecticut

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 Paul

Paul 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. Paul confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Paul'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 Paul Berg

  • How much does it cost to hire Paul for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Paul walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Paul offer a free consultation?

    Paul charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Paul's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Paul's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Connecticut 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. Paul gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Paul take my case if I'm outside Westport?

    Paul is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Paul 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 Paul?

    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. Paul will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Paul accepting new business clients right now?

    Paul'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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