Brian T. Cragg
About Brian T. Cragg
Brian T. Cragg is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Brian T. Cragg is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Energy Law
- Energy Regulatory Law
- Utilities Law
Current Firm: Downey Brand LLP
Education: University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: San Francisco, CA
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