James T. Bernstein

Based at Schulten Ward Turner & Weiss, LLP, in Atlanta, Georgia, attorney James T. Bernstein extends his legal services throughout the state. His practice areas encompass commercial real estate and corporate law, which covers partnerships and joint ventures; entity formation; and finance and lending.

In the real estate sector, Mr. Bernstein has extensive experience serving a diverse clientele, including institutional purchasers, developers, sellers and lenders, in all facets of transactional work. This spans acquisitions, dispositions, and lending activities related to retail, industrial, office, multifamily and large portfolio projects throughout the Southeast.

Mr. Bernstein is the epitome of professionalism. He staunchly champions his clients through every challenge they encounter, offering skillful legal assistance and a comforting presence during trying times. Real estate transactions often present numerous complexities, both anticipated and unanticipated. Clients rely on him for practical solutions and strategic guidance to navigate the challenges encountered during transactions. His wide-ranging experience and knowledge afford him a distinctive understanding of his clients' issues.

After receiving his Bachelor of Public Administration and Public Policy from Michigan State University, Mr. Bernstein earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. During law school, he contributed to the American Inns of Court and the Law Review. He has been licensed to practice in Georgia since 2017.

Before entering the legal profession, Mr. Bernstein worked as a business analyst at a Swiss insurance company headquartered in Zürich. He gained legal experience as an attorney at a full-service real estate law firm in Atlanta, Georgia, and an international business-focused law firm.