David Foos
About David Foos
David Foos is a lawyer based in Sacramento, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. David Foos is recognized in the following practice area:
- Sacramento, California
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Foos Gavin Law PC
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Sacramento, CA
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