W. Douglas Sprague
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018 About W. Douglas Sprague
W. Douglas Sprague is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. W. Douglas Sprague is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Covington & Burling LLP
Education: Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: San Francisco, CA
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