Attorney Nate Bernard
Nathaniel "Nate" Bernard is the Principal Attorney at Bernard Law. He received his Bachelor of Liberal Arts with a major in criminal justice at the University of Massachusetts Boston. After completing college, Nate obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School. During his time at UIC Law, Nate competed in multiple trial advocacy competitions around the United States winning numerous awards.
After law school, Nate became a prosecutor working for the Cook County State's Attorney's Office. As a prosecutor Nate tried hundreds of cases including felonies, DUIs, other misdemeanors and jury trials. Nate also worked for the Cook County Public Defender’s Office where he represented people charged with felonies, misdemeanors and DUIs.
Nate is extremely passionate in protecting the civil rights of every person and will fight until justice is served. Nate has a well-rounded skill set and a unique perspective with his experience.
Bar Admissions
Illinois, 2016
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, 2022
