Christopher Kolkey
About Christopher Kolkey
Christopher Kolkey is a lawyer based in Sacramento, CA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024. Christopher Kolkey is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Sacramento, California
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Downey Brand LLP
Education: University of California Los Angeles, J.D., graduated 2014
Location: Sacramento, CA
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