William L. "Bill" Osterhoudt
About William L. Osterhoudt
William L. Osterhoudt is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1987. William L. Osterhoudt is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Osterhoudt Law
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1968
Location: San Francisco, CA
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