Donald E. "Don" Sobelman
About Donald E. Sobelman
Donald E. Sobelman is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Donald E. Sobelman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
Current Firm: Farella Braun + Martel LLP
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: San Francisco, CA
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