About Berning & Associates, LLC
We believe YOU come first!
We want you to think of us as your family's law firm. We are here to help you through the bad times, such as divorce, bankruptcy, or traffic accidents; and to help you plan and build in the good times, such as forming a new business, adopting a child or planning for your family's future with estate plans and elder care.
Our GOAL
Our goal is to help you with your legal issue in a manner that minimizes your stress, as well as the demand legal representation places on your budget. With over 30 years of experience, we strive to represent you effectively, determined to pursue the successful resolution of your case.
Areas of Practice
Asset Protection, Adoption, Bankruptcy, Family Law, Guardianship, Mediation, Personal Injury, Real Estate Law, Business Law, Probate, Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning
Special Consideration
Law enforcement and members of the armed forces receive a discount in the cost of services as to members of certain labor unions and associations. Please inquire to see if you qualify for a discount.
If you are referred by a current client, the cost of the initial consultation will be significantly reduced. If you hire us at the initial consultation, then the consultation is free.
Staff
Kathrine I. Berning, Esq.
Kathe is a well respected attorney. In addition to being the managing member of Berning & Associates, LLC, she is a family court mediator. Besides her law degree, she has a masters in counseling and post master's work in mediation. She helped establish the paralegal program at Truckee Meadows Community College. Having more that 30 years experience, she has served as the Reno Chief Criminal Deputy City Attorney. Her focus is integrity, advocacy and understanding for each client.
Staff
Muriel Skelly, Esq.
For over 30 years Muriel has set the standard of excellence for the practice of Law in Nevada. As "Of Counsel" with the firm, Muriel brings considerable expertise to the firm. She has been selected Nevada Legal Services "Lawyer of the Year." She has served as a Family Court Facilitator and the Director of the Family Court Self Help Center which she created in 1998. She has sat as a pro tempore judge for Reno Justice Court and the Sparks Justice Court. Muriel specializes in adoptions.