David C. Spielberg
About David C. Spielberg
David C. Spielberg is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. David C. Spielberg is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Energy Law
- Project Finance Law
Current Firm: Briscoe Ivester & Bazel LLP
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1976
Location: San Francisco, CA
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