Gregory M. Bergman

Practice areas

Eminent Domain, Business/Corporate, Construction Litigation: Consumer, Environmental

Gregory M. Bergman, an esteemed attorney, holds the position of a shareholder at the law firm Bergman Dacey Goldsmith, which maintains its presence across Los Angeles, Costa Mesa, and Oxnard, California. With a legal career spanning since 1975, Mr. Bergman has successfully navigated through numerous intricate trials within both state and federal courts in California, complemented by a considerable number of appeals.

Across his extensive 43-year legal practice, Mr. Bergman has dedicated himself to advocating for a diverse clientele within Southern California, catering to their legal needs encompassing domains such as business and commercial law, environmental law, eminent domain and land use, construction law, labor and employment law, real estate matters, attorney fee disputes, and insurance litigation. Acknowledged as a trailblazer in his field, he has published extensively and led numerous lectures and seminars covering an array of legal subjects, ranging from trial preparation, liability defense, electronic media misuse, risk management, attorney fee dispute resolution, and more.

Martindale-Hubbell has accorded Mr. Bergman an AV Preeminent* rating, a testament to his professionalism and service, alongside numerous other awards and accolades. His distinction as one of the Top 10 Environmental Lawyers in the United States by United States Lawyer Rankings further attests to his expertise. In 2008, Southwestern Law School honored him with the Co-Alumni of the Year award, reflecting his attainment of a Juris Doctor from the institution.

Mr. Bergman’s legal scope extends to all California state courts, as well as all U.S. District Courts within the state. Additionally, he holds admission to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. His legal acumen has led him to also serve as a judge pro tem and arbitrator within the Los Angeles Superior Court.

Beyond his legal pursuits, Mr. Bergman actively engages with various local, state, and national bar associations, contributing significantly to the establishment of the Complex Commercial Litigation Institute of the Litigation Counsel of America in 2012, as well as the organization’s International Institute of Natural Resources, Energy, and Environmental Law. Furthermore, he leads as the head of the Mackrell Litigation Practice Group.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished, and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks employed under license, adhering to Martindale-Hubbell’s certification processes, standards, and policies. The Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ system is based on evaluations from legal professionals and members of the judiciary. Ratings encompass both legal expertise and general ethical standards.