David M. Ivester
About David M. Ivester
David M. Ivester is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. David M. Ivester is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Natural Resources Law
Current Firm: Briscoe Ivester & Bazel LLP
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: San Francisco, CA
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