Said C. Kordestani
About Said C. Kordestani
Said C. Kordestani is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Said C. Kordestani is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Farella Braun + Martel LLP
Education: University of San Francisco, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: San Francisco, CA
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