George Wolf
About George Wolf
George Wolf is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. George Wolf is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Education: University of California Davis, J.D., graduated 1973
Location: San Francisco, CA
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