Cynthia R. Rowland
About Cynthia R. Rowland
Cynthia R. Rowland is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Cynthia R. Rowland is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Farella Braun + Martel LLP
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1988
Location: San Francisco, CA
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