Dan Berman

Dan Berman is the Executive Chairman and co-founder of Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP (WSHB), a prominent national law firm based in Los Angeles, California. Since its establishment in 1997, WSHB has expanded significantly under his leadership, growing from a regional firm to one with over 450 attorneys across the United States. Berman's role encompasses high-level management, strategic vision execution, and operational oversight of the firm.12

Berman is recognized for his expertise in commercial and business law, representing a diverse clientele that includes Fortune 500 companies and mid-market businesses. His legal practice covers various areas such as professional liability, real estate, intellectual property, entertainment, and construction law. He has received accolades such as Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating of “AV Preeminent” and has been named a California “Super Lawyer” multiple times.123

In addition to his legal practice, Berman is actively involved in various professional organizations. He is a founding member of the Young Presidents’ Organization's Pacific Coast Gold Chapter and has served on several nonprofit boards, including the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance Advisory Board and the Palisades Malibu YMCA Advisory Board. His contributions to the legal community have earned him recognition as one of the 500 Most Influential People in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Business Journal.1234

Berman holds a Juris Doctor degree from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Santa Cruz.12