Scott Handwerker
About Scott Handwerker
Scott Handwerker is a lawyer based in Riverhead, NY and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024. Scott Handwerker is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Riverhead, New York
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Twomey, Latham, Shea, Kelley, Dubin & Quartararo LLP
Education: Fordham University, J.D., graduated 2014
Location: Riverhead, NY
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