Alan D. Berkowitz
About Alan D. Berkowitz
Alan D. Berkowitz is a lawyer based in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Alan D. Berkowitz is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Dechert LLP
Education: University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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