Megan Erickson Moritz
About Megan Erickson Moritz
Megan Erickson Moritz is a lawyer based in Des Moines, IA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. Megan Erickson Moritz is recognized in the following practice area:
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Dentons Davis Brown
Education: Drake University, J.D., graduated 2007 and Iowa State University, BS, graduated 2004
Location: Des Moines, IA
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