Anna C. Shimko
About Anna C. Shimko
Anna C. Shimko is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Anna C. Shimko is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Environmental Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Burke Williams & Sorensen LLP
Education: Cornell University, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: San Francisco, CA
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