John D. Giffin
About John D. Giffin
John D. Giffin is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. John D. Giffin is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Admiralty and Maritime Law
Current Firm: Keesal, Young & Logan
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1979
Location: San Francisco, CA
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