David B. Goodwin
About David B. Goodwin
David B. Goodwin is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. David B. Goodwin is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Covington & Burling LLP
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1982
Location: San Francisco, CA
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