Atty. Philip M. Berkowitz

Atty. Philip M. Berkowitz

Philip M. Berkowitz is a lawyer practicing business, international employment law, discrimination and harassment and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip M. Berkowitz at a glance

Philip M. Berkowitz is a Shareholder, U.S. Practice Co-Chair, International Employment Law based in New York, New York, practicing at Littler Mendelson P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, trade secrets, employment contracts, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1981), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1981), and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1985). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1978) and Cornell University Law School Visiting Student Cornell University Law School 1977-1978 State University of New York at New Paltz (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip M. Berkowitz is a lawyer practicing business, international employment law, discrimination and harassment and 3 other areas of law
  • Philip received a degree from Cornell University Law School, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Philip practices at Littler Mendelson P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Philip M. Berkowitz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip M. Berkowitz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip M. Berkowitz

Where is Philip M. Berkowitz's law office located?
Philip M. Berkowitz's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Littler Mendelson P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip M. Berkowitz handle?
Philip M. Berkowitz focuses on employment, business, trade secrets, employment contracts, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Philip M. Berkowitz practiced law?
Philip M. Berkowitz has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Philip M. Berkowitz go to law school?
Philip M. Berkowitz earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Philip M. Berkowitz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip M. Berkowitz received?
Philip M. Berkowitz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
- 1978
B.A.
Cornell University Law School Visiting Student Cornell University Law School 1977-1978 State University of New York at New Paltz
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals First Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 2000

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