Melanie J. Gnazzo
About Melanie J. Gnazzo
Melanie J. Gnazzo is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Melanie J. Gnazzo is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Current Firm: Chapman and Cutler LLP
Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1990
Location: San Francisco, CA
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