Akash M. Toprani

New York, NY

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2023

About Akash M. Toprani

Akash M. Toprani is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch^® in America since 2023. Akash M. Toprani is recognized in the following practice area:

New York, New York
- Appellate Practice

Current Firm: Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Location: New York, NY

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