Photo of Lawrence Lebowitz

Partner

Lawrence Lebowitz

Photo of Lawrence Lebowitz
Photo of Lawrence Lebowitz
  • People

Partner

Lawrence Lebowitz

Country / Territory

  • United StatesUnited States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 412 230 3110

Fragomen in Pittsburgh, PA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 412 230 3110

Fragomen in Pittsburgh, PA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 412 230 3110

Fragomen in Pittsburgh, PA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

  • PrintPrint
  • SaveSave

Larry brings decades of experience helping public and private employers secure temporary and permanent visas for foreign national employees, as well as guiding individuals through family-based permanent residence and U.S. citizenship processes. As the founder of the immigration practice at his former firm, Larry developed a deep understanding of global immigration complexities, facilitating work-authorized visas for clients around the world and ensuring smooth navigation of international immigration systems.

In addition to his legal practice, Larry is a respected educator, recently named a “Professor of Practice” at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, where he has taught Immigration Law for nearly 25 years. He also teaches “Practical Lawyering” and previously served as a professor at Duquesne University School of Law.

Beyond his professional achievements, Larry is deeply engaged in his community. He currently serves as the Board Chair of the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh and sits on the boards of the Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh, Tree of Life and the Community Relations Council of the United Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh. He also contributes to the Missing Child Project. From 2010 to 2019, Larry was an active member of the Mt. Lebanon School Board, including two years as its President and completed a term on the Mt. Lebanon Civil Service Commission. He has also held leadership roles with organizations such as Leadership Pittsburgh, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and Temple Emanuel of the South Hills.

Larry’s work in immigration law has earned him widespread recognition, including 26 consecutive years of inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for Immigration Law. He has contributed to numerous publications, writing articles such as "Immigration Update: What Has/Has Not Changed for Canadians Since 9/11" for the Florida Journal, "Immigration Strategies for Hiring Staff" for Nursing Home Magazine, "Hiring Foreign Nurses" for Assisted Living Success and "Outward Bound – An American in Paris or Munich or Tokyo" for the Mid-Atlantic Executive Legal Adviser. Larry also co-authored articles published in the University of Pittsburgh Law Review and the Allegheny County Medical Society Bulletin.

Larry’s work in immigration law has earned him widespread recognition, including 26 consecutive years of inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for Immigration Law. He has contributed to numerous publications, writing articles such as "Immigration Update: What Has/Has Not Changed for Canadians Since 9/11" for the Florida Journal, "Immigration Strategies for Hiring Staff" for Nursing Home Magazine, "Hiring Foreign Nurses" for Assisted Living Success and "Outward Bound – An American in Paris or Munich or Tokyo" for the Mid-Atlantic Executive Legal Adviser. Larry also co-authored articles published in the University of Pittsburgh Law Review and the Allegheny County Medical Society Bulletin.

Education

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, J.D., 1987
  • University of Pennsylvania, B.A., 1984

More from Lawrence

Admissions

Bar Admissions: Pennsylvania

Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law

Awards

Mt. Lebanon High School Great Alumni Award, 2015

Listed in Best Lawyers in America: Immigration Law, 1995-present

Listed in Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, 2015-2018

Professional accomplishments

Board Chair, Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh

Board Member, Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh

Board Member, Tree of Life

Board Member, Community Relations Council of the United Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh

Board Member, Missing Child Project

Former Member and President, Mt. Lebanon School Board

Former Member, Leadership Pittsburgh

Former Board of Directors Member, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Former Board of Directors Member, Temple Emanuel of the South Hills

Publications and lectures

Presenter, "Start Smart: Starting a Business with an F-1 Visa." Carnegie Mellon University Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship, Webinar, 6 February 2025.

Presenter, "Post-September 2011 Immigration Law Changes." Immigration/National Security Conference, Virginia.

Presenter, "SEVIS Roundtable: Basics and Beyond." Pennsylvania Council for International Education.

Presenter, "Strategies for Pursuing Permanent Residence for Foreign National Physicians and Nurses." American Health Lawyers Association, Webinar.

Presenter, "Staying on Top of Ever-Changing Immigration Laws." Pittsburgh Technology Council.

Presenter, "The Placement and Retention of Foreign Physicians Within U.S. Medical Facilities." American Health Lawyers Association, Webinar.

Presenter, "Recruiting and Employing Foreign Nationals: It is Not as Difficult as You May Think in Filling Your Health Care Professional Vacancies." American Health Lawyers Association, Webinar. 

Lawrence’s insights

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

February 11, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Fragomen opens downtown office, hires 6 attorneys from Pittsburgh's 4th-biggest law firmRead more

February 10, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Opens New Pittsburgh Office, Welcomes Four New Partners and Two CounselRead more

Lawrence’s insights

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

February 11, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Fragomen opens downtown office, hires 6 attorneys from Pittsburgh's 4th-biggest law firmRead more

February 10, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Opens New Pittsburgh Office, Welcomes Four New Partners and Two CounselRead more

Lawrence’s insights

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

February 11, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Fragomen opens downtown office, hires 6 attorneys from Pittsburgh's 4th-biggest law firmRead more

February 10, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Opens New Pittsburgh Office, Welcomes Four New Partners and Two CounselRead more

Country / Territory

  • United StatesUnited States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 412 230 3110

Fragomen in Pittsburgh, PA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Lawrence’s insights

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

February 11, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Fragomen opens downtown office, hires 6 attorneys from Pittsburgh's 4th-biggest law firmRead more

February 10, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Opens New Pittsburgh Office, Welcomes Four New Partners and Two CounselRead more

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 412 230 3110

Fragomen in Pittsburgh, PA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Lawrence’s insights

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

February 11, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Fragomen opens downtown office, hires 6 attorneys from Pittsburgh's 4th-biggest law firmRead more

February 10, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Opens New Pittsburgh Office, Welcomes Four New Partners and Two CounselRead more

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 412 230 3110

Fragomen in Pittsburgh, PA

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Lawrence’s insights

August 21, 2025 | Awards

Fragomen Attorneys Recognized in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America™Read more

February 11, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Fragomen opens downtown office, hires 6 attorneys from Pittsburgh's 4th-biggest law firmRead more

February 10, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Opens New Pittsburgh Office, Welcomes Four New Partners and Two CounselRead more

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Explore more at Fragomen

Fragomen news

Fragomen Welcomes Christopher Wendt as Counsel

Fragomen welcomes Counsel Christopher Wendt in Minnesota, bringing nearly three decades of immigration law experience, including more than 20 years supporting workforce immigration programs for Mayo Clinic.

Learn more

Media mentions

The ABC: Switzerland is set to vote on a population cap. Here's why it's divided the nation

Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Switzerland’s rejected population cap referendum and the role of immigration in supporting workforce and economic stability.

Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Featured in Global Mobility Lawyer’s 2026 GML Elite

Fragomen has been featured in the 2026 GML Elite, Global Mobility Lawyer’s inaugural guide to leading global mobility teams, highlighting the firm’s global immigration capabilities, international footprint and work supporting multinational clients.

Learn more

Media mentions

Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel: Die Blaue Karte EU 2026

Partner Marius Tollenaere outlines the key 2026 EU Blue Card changes employers must understand to stay compliant and competitive.

Learn more

Media mentions

STV News: What Can Scots Fans Do if Their US Travel Permits Have Been Revoked?

Partner Charlotte Slocombe explained options available to Scotland fans whose US ESTAs have been denied or revoked ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

Learn more

Media mentions

Arabian Gulf Business Insight: Corporate Relocations to the Gulf Retain Appeal

Partner Abeer Al Husseini discusses evolving corporate relocation strategies and sustained demand for moves to the Gulf.

Learn more

Blog post

Business Immigration After the Midterms (Part 3): Four Scenarios and What Employers Should Do Now

Partner K. Edward Raleigh analyzes post‑midterm business immigration risks in Part 3 of this blog series, outlining four possible election outcomes and the practical steps employers should take to prepare for increased enforcement and scrutiny.

Learn more

Media mentions

People Management: Can the Government Stop Overseas Employees Visiting the UK?

Partner Natasha Catterson explains how the UK ETA scheme is changing business travel by requiring pre-travel digital approval for many visa-exempt visitors.

Learn more

Media mentions

The PIE: Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Ruled Unlawful

Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses the recent H-1B fee ruling and the potential for further appeals.

Learn more

Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: Congress’ Taxing Power Key to Trump Loss on $100,000 H-1B Fee

Partner Bo Cooper discussed a federal court decision vacating the $100,000 H-1B fee and noted that further legal proceedings are likely to shape the policy’s future.

Learn more

Blog post

Separating Fact and Fiction: Debunking Myths in German Immigration Law

Manager Adela Schmidt examines common misconceptions in German immigration law, including EU Blue Card mobility, short-term work permissions, residence permit extensions and communication with immigration authorities.

Learn more

Media mentions

Arbeit und Arbeitsrecht: § 45c AufenthG – Gut gemeint, aber lückenhaft?

Frankfurt Managing Partner Axel Boysen examines Germany's new Section 45c requirements and highlights key compliance considerations for employers recruiting talent from abroad.

Learn more

Fragomen news

Fragomen Welcomes Christopher Wendt as Counsel

Fragomen welcomes Counsel Christopher Wendt in Minnesota, bringing nearly three decades of immigration law experience, including more than 20 years supporting workforce immigration programs for Mayo Clinic.

Learn more

Media mentions

The ABC: Switzerland is set to vote on a population cap. Here's why it's divided the nation

Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Switzerland’s rejected population cap referendum and the role of immigration in supporting workforce and economic stability.

Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Featured in Global Mobility Lawyer’s 2026 GML Elite

Fragomen has been featured in the 2026 GML Elite, Global Mobility Lawyer’s inaugural guide to leading global mobility teams, highlighting the firm’s global immigration capabilities, international footprint and work supporting multinational clients.

Learn more

Media mentions

Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel: Die Blaue Karte EU 2026

Partner Marius Tollenaere outlines the key 2026 EU Blue Card changes employers must understand to stay compliant and competitive.

Learn more

Media mentions

STV News: What Can Scots Fans Do if Their US Travel Permits Have Been Revoked?

Partner Charlotte Slocombe explained options available to Scotland fans whose US ESTAs have been denied or revoked ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

Learn more

Media mentions

Arabian Gulf Business Insight: Corporate Relocations to the Gulf Retain Appeal

Partner Abeer Al Husseini discusses evolving corporate relocation strategies and sustained demand for moves to the Gulf.

Learn more

Blog post

Business Immigration After the Midterms (Part 3): Four Scenarios and What Employers Should Do Now

Partner K. Edward Raleigh analyzes post‑midterm business immigration risks in Part 3 of this blog series, outlining four possible election outcomes and the practical steps employers should take to prepare for increased enforcement and scrutiny.

Learn more

Media mentions

People Management: Can the Government Stop Overseas Employees Visiting the UK?

Partner Natasha Catterson explains how the UK ETA scheme is changing business travel by requiring pre-travel digital approval for many visa-exempt visitors.

Learn more

Media mentions

The PIE: Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Ruled Unlawful

Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses the recent H-1B fee ruling and the potential for further appeals.

Learn more

Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: Congress’ Taxing Power Key to Trump Loss on $100,000 H-1B Fee

Partner Bo Cooper discussed a federal court decision vacating the $100,000 H-1B fee and noted that further legal proceedings are likely to shape the policy’s future.

Learn more

Blog post

Separating Fact and Fiction: Debunking Myths in German Immigration Law

Manager Adela Schmidt examines common misconceptions in German immigration law, including EU Blue Card mobility, short-term work permissions, residence permit extensions and communication with immigration authorities.

Learn more

Media mentions

Arbeit und Arbeitsrecht: § 45c AufenthG – Gut gemeint, aber lückenhaft?

Frankfurt Managing Partner Axel Boysen examines Germany's new Section 45c requirements and highlights key compliance considerations for employers recruiting talent from abroad.

Learn more
Fragomen.com home
Select Language
  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German

Select Language

  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German
ContactCareersMediaClient Portal
Search Fragomen.com
  • Our Services
    For EmployersFor IndividualsBy IndustryCase Studies
  • Our Tech & Innovation
  • Our People
  • Our Insights
    Worldwide Immigration Trends ReportsMagellan SeriesImmigration AlertsEventsMedia MentionsFragomen NewsBlogsPodcasts & Videos
  • Spotlights
    Travel and Mobility Considerations: Situation in the Middle EastNavigating Immigration Under the Second Trump AdministrationImmigration Matters: Your U.S. Compliance RoadmapCenter for Strategy and Applied InsightsVietnamese ImmigrationView More
  • About Us
    About FragomenOfficesResponsible Business PracticesFirm GovernanceRecognition

Our Services

  • For Employers
  • For Individuals
  • By Industry
  • Case Studies

Our Tech & Innovation

  • Our Approach

Our People

  • Overview / Directory

Our Insights

  • Worldwide Immigration Trends Reports
  • Magellan Series
  • Immigration Alerts
  • Events
  • Media Mentions
  • Fragomen News
  • Blogs
  • Podcasts & Videos

Spotlights

  • Travel and Mobility Considerations: Situation in the Middle East
  • Navigating Immigration Under the Second Trump Administration
  • Immigration Matters: Your U.S. Compliance Roadmap
  • Center for Strategy and Applied Insights
  • Vietnamese Immigration
  • View More

About Us

  • About Fragomen
  • Offices
  • Responsible Business Practices
  • Firm Governance
  • Recognition
Select Language
  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German

Select Language

  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German
ContactCareersMediaClient Portal
Important Updates
Important Updates
June 15, 2026Fragomen Featured in Global Mobility Lawyer’s 2026 GML Elite
June 16, 2026 | United StatesFragomen Welcomes Christopher Wendt as Counsel
June 16, 2026 | IndiaIndia: Visa Registration Rules and Employment Visa Categories Revised
June 16, 2026 | Switzerland, AustraliaThe ABC: Switzerland is set to vote on a population cap. Here's why it's divided the nation
June 16, 2026 | United StatesUnited States: July 2026 Visa Bulletin – Slight Retrogression for EB-1 India, Advancement for Most Other Employment-Based Categories; USCIS to Honor Employment-Based Final Action Dates
June 15, 2026Fragomen Featured in Global Mobility Lawyer’s 2026 GML Elite
June 16, 2026 | United StatesFragomen Welcomes Christopher Wendt as Counsel
June 16, 2026 | IndiaIndia: Visa Registration Rules and Employment Visa Categories Revised
June 16, 2026 | Switzerland, AustraliaThe ABC: Switzerland is set to vote on a population cap. Here's why it's divided the nation
June 16, 2026 | United StatesUnited States: July 2026 Visa Bulletin – Slight Retrogression for EB-1 India, Advancement for Most Other Employment-Based Categories; USCIS to Honor Employment-Based Final Action Dates
June 15, 2026Fragomen Featured in Global Mobility Lawyer’s 2026 GML Elite
Subscribe

Stay in touch

Subscribe to receive our latest immigration alerts

Subscribe

Our firm

  • About
  • Careers
  • Firm Governance
  • Media Inquiries
  • Recognition

Information

  • Attorney Advertising
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Policies
  • AI Transparency Statement
  • UK Regulatory Requirements

Our firm

  • About
  • Careers
  • Firm Governance
  • Media Inquiries
  • Recognition

Information

  • Attorney Advertising
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Policies
  • AI Transparency Statement
  • UK Regulatory Requirements

Have a question?

Contact Us
  • LinkedIn
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • TikTok
  • Twitter

© 2026 Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP, Fragomen Global LLP and affiliates. All Rights Reserved.

Please note that the content made available on this site is not intended for visitors / customers located in the province of Quebec, and the information provided is not applicable to the Quebec market. To access relevant information that applies to the Quebec market, please click here.