Erica Villanueva
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023 About Erica Villanueva
Erica Villanueva is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Erica Villanueva is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Farella Braun + Martel LLP
Education: Yale University, J.D., graduated 2004
Location: San Francisco, CA
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