Emily Yao
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2023 About Emily Yao
Emily Yao is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2023. Emily Yao is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Immigration Law
Current Firm: BAL LLP
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 2016
Location: San Francisco, CA
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