Effie Toshav
About Effie Toshav
Effie Toshav is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Effie Toshav is recognized in the following practice area:
- Seattle, Washington
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Fenwick & West LLP
Location: Seattle, WA
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