Alan J. Berkeley
About Alan J. Berkeley
Alan J. Berkeley is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1989. Alan J. Berkeley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Corporate Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: K&L Gates LLP
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1967 and Cornell University, BS, graduated 1964
Location: Washington, DC
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