Christopher Sakauye
About Christopher Sakauye
Christopher Sakauye is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024. Christopher Sakauye is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Dykema Gossett PLLC
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 2017
Location: Washington, DC
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