G. David Godwin
About G. David Godwin
G. David Godwin is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. G. David Godwin is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Squire Patton Boggs
Education: University of San Francisco, J.D., graduated 1990
Location: San Francisco, CA
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