Michael E. Espinoza
About Michael E. Espinoza
Michael E. Espinoza is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Michael E. Espinoza is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Energy Law
Current Firm: Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
Education: New York University, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: New York, NY
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