Robert Ottinger
About Robert Ottinger
Robert Ottinger is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Robert Ottinger is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Employment Law - Management
Current Firm: The Ottinger Firm
Education: Loyola Marymount University, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: San Francisco, CA
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