Geoffrey C. Etnire
About Geoffrey C. Etnire
Geoffrey C. Etnire is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Geoffrey C. Etnire is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Venable LLP
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1973, Stanford University, graduated 1973, and University of Pennsylvania, graduated 1970
Location: San Francisco, CA
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