Discrimination Claims & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Mark J. Berkowitz at a Glance
Mark J. Berkowitz is an Attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Mark J. Berkowitz, P.A.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on discrimination, sexual harassment, employment, wage & hour, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1981) and Florida (1983). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D. University, 1981) and Hamilton College (A.B., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark J. Berkowitz
- Mr. Mark J. Berkowitz is a lawyer practicing discrimination claims, employment contracts, equal pay-pay discrimination and 7 other areas of law
- Mark received a A.B. degree from Hamilton College in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Mark practices at Mark J. Berkowitz, P.A. in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas Explained
Mark J. Berkowitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark J. Berkowitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Workplace Discrimination in Fort Lauderdale
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Sexual Harassment in Fort Lauderdale
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Employment Law in Fort Lauderdale
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Wage & Hour Disputes in Fort Lauderdale
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Employment Contracts in Fort Lauderdale
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Lauderdale
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fort Lauderdale Choose Mark J. Berkowitz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark J. Berkowitz's practice in the field of discrimination, sexual harassment, employment, wage & hour, and employment contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark J. Berkowitz brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida, Mark J. Berkowitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering discrimination, sexual harassment, and employment, Mark J. Berkowitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Mark J. Berkowitz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark J. Berkowitz Handles in Fort Lauderdale
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