Berliner Cohen LLP

Berliner Cohen LLP For 50 years, Berliner Cohen, LLP has been a Northern California based full-service business law firm Your vision. Our commitment.

We combine innovative legal thinking and resourcefulness when addressing our clients' needs. For nearly 50 years, Berliner Cohen, LLP (with offices in Merced, Modesto and San Jose) has been one of the most highly-respected full-service business law firms in Northern California. As one of the largest Silicon Valley-based law firms, Berliner Cohen possesses the specialized expertise required to serv

e the business and regulatory needs of a diverse clientele. Our clients include publicly-traded corporations and privately-held entities across various sectors, public agencies and government entities, leading real estate developers, business owners, operators, managers and investors, banking and other financial institutions, and agricultural businesses. Berliner Cohen's commitment to clients is evidenced by the results we achieve. Using our experience, legal insight and network of relationships, we translate your vision into a successful outcome in these practice areas:

Business Litigation
Corporate
Employment
Environmental
Estate Planning
Land Use and Municipal Law
Probate and Trust
Real Estate
Tax

Serving Our Community
Berliner Cohen's commitment to our communities is more than four decades strong. We put into practice the Firm's guiding philanthropic values in numerous ways. We actively support more than 60 community agencies and nonprofit organizations through board and committee participation and financial assistance.

Parents and grandparents of children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, may have access to a new plann...
06/17/2026

Parents and grandparents of children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, may have access to a new planning opportunity: a one-time $1,000 federal contribution to a Trump (530A) Account established for an eligible child. At first glance, $1,000 may not seem particularly significant. However, when that contribution is combined with annual family funding and decades of tax-deferred investment growth, the long-term impact can be substantial.

Berliner Cohen Attorney Joseph Feldman discusses what a 530A account is and what families can do to incorporate 530A accounts into their estate planning strategies. Read on: https://bit.ly/3SwBBpE.

Register today for the Entrepreneur's Bootcamp seminar series with Jay Landrum, David Bellumori and Kevin Landis! This s...
06/10/2026

Register today for the Entrepreneur's Bootcamp seminar series with Jay Landrum, David Bellumori and Kevin Landis! This series is designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, attorneys, CPAs and other professionals interested in gaining a better understanding of business law and the legal and operational considerations involved in starting and running a business.

The next seminar series will be held June 16th, June 23rd, and June 30th. For more information and to register, please visit https://bit.ly/4opjQ7Q.

Berliner Cohen is hiring! We are seeking client-focused and community-minded individuals to fill immediate openings for ...
05/29/2026

Berliner Cohen is hiring! We are seeking client-focused and community-minded individuals to fill immediate openings for attorney and staff positions. Visit our website at https://bit.ly/3PxyInE for job details and how to apply!

Berliner Cohen Partner Jay Landrum recently released his book, The Entrepreneur’s Survival Guide, and created a three-pa...
05/28/2026

Berliner Cohen Partner Jay Landrum recently released his book, The Entrepreneur’s Survival Guide, and created a three-part presentation series expanding on key topics covered in the book. Co-hosted by David Bellumori and Kevin Landis, this seminar series is designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, attorneys, CPAs and other professionals interested in gaining a better understanding of business law and the legal and operational considerations involved in starting and running a business.

The next seminar series will be held June 16th, June 23rd, and June 30th. For more information and to register, please visit https://bit.ly/4dOX6cd.

We recently visited Alma Zuniga, owner of A to Z Learning Korner, to congratulate her on being the recipient of Berliner...
03/26/2026

We recently visited Alma Zuniga, owner of A to Z Learning Korner, to congratulate her on being the recipient of Berliner Cohen’s 2025 Small Business Grant. We’re thrilled to collaborate with Alma and look forward to our partnership going forward.

A to Z Learning Korner is a home-based childcare center in Cupertino, offering a safe and nurturing environment for children.

To learn more about Berliner Cohen’s efforts to support local, minority-owned businesses and Alma’s business, visit https://na2.hubs.ly/H04wJzt0.

Berliner Cohen is pleased to welcome Wes Dutton to the Litigation Department in our San Jose office. Wes represents indi...
03/12/2026

Berliner Cohen is pleased to welcome Wes Dutton to the Litigation Department in our San Jose office.

Wes represents individual and corporate clients in a range of civil litigation matters, including contract disputes, trust/estate litigation, and insurance coverage disputes. Prior to joining Berliner Cohen, Wes practiced for seven years at an international law firm in Dallas, Texas, primarily representing commercial policyholders with claims arising under commercial general liability, professional liability, commercial property, and Rep & Warranty insurance policies.

Welcome Wes!

For growth-stage companies, personal data is embedded across multiple operational functions and what was once viewed pri...
03/11/2026

For growth-stage companies, personal data is embedded across multiple operational functions and what was once viewed primarily as a technical concern has evolved into a broader governance issue. Privacy compliance is increasingly intertwined with corporate growth. It arises in financing, commercial contracting, and mergers and acquisitions, where buyers and investors evaluate data governance during diligence. In this article, Berliner Cohen Attorney Joe Forgatch reviews what founders and employers need to know about privacy compliance: https://bit.ly/4sGCM2J

Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long, in partnership with California Restaurant Association, will present an educationa...
03/06/2026

Berliner Cohen Partner Christine Long, in partnership with California Restaurant Association, will present an educational webinar on March 11th about California Senate Bill 68, the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences Act. This legislation makes California the first state to mandate large restaurant chains to disclose major food allergens on their menus. The law is set to take effect on July 1, 2026. For more details and to register, visit https://bit.ly/3N7soli.

In land use law, questions arise from time to time from property owners regarding the government’s right to inspect thei...
03/05/2026

In land use law, questions arise from time to time from property owners regarding the government’s right to inspect their private property without a warrant. In this article, Berliner Cohen Attorney Monica Hammer reviews property owners’ rights under the Fourth Amendment with case examples. Read on to learn more: https://bit.ly/4cqlB0t.

In partnership with Merced County EAC, Berliner Cohen Partner Susan Bishop will present a webinar on March 4th designed ...
02/18/2026

In partnership with Merced County EAC, Berliner Cohen Partner Susan Bishop will present a webinar on March 4th designed specifically for businesses in Merced County that have staff or plan to hire. This session will cover key HR and legal updates, helping you manage employees, stay compliant, and reduce risk in the year ahead. For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/40iINGy

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10 Almaden Boulevard
San Jose, CA
95113

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 5pm
Tuesday 5am - 5pm
Wednesday 5am - 5pm
Thursday 5am - 5pm
Friday 5am - 5pm

Telephone

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