Background
Bernstein, Joan Zeldes was born on March 17, 1926 in Galesburg, Illinois, United States.
Bernstein, Joan Zeldes was born on March 17, 1926 in Galesburg, Illinois, United States.
Bachelor in Economics, University Wisconsin, 1948. Juris Doctor, Yale University, 1951.
Associate Shearman & Sterling, Washington, Schiff Hardin. Partner Baker & Hostetler LLP, 1975—1977. General counsel Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, 1977—1979, United States Department Health & Human Services, Washington, 1979—1981.
Assistant to director, deputy director and acting director Bureau Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission, 1970-1976, director, 1995—2001. Of counsel Bryan Cave LLP, 2001—2009, Kelley Dryer & Warren LLP, Washington, since 2009. Chairman Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians.
Member Yale University Law School Alumni Association (past president).
Married Lionel Bernstein. 3 children.