Katherine "Kay" Philippakis
About Katherine Philippakis
Katherine Philippakis is a lawyer based in St. Helena, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Katherine Philippakis is recognized in the following practice area:
- St. Helena, California
- Real Estate Law
- San Francisco, California
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Farella Braun + Martel LLP
Education: Arizona State University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: St. Helena, CA
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