Carol Shieh
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2024 About Carol Shieh
Carol Shieh is a lawyer based in San Diego, CA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024. Carol Shieh is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Diego, California
- Labor and Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Nukk-Freeman & Cerra PC
Education: University of San Diego, J.D., graduated 2015
Location: San Diego, CA
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