C. Stephen Bigler
About C. Stephen Bigler
C. Stephen Bigler is a lawyer based in Wilmington, DE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. C. Stephen Bigler is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Corporate Governance Law
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Richards, Layton & Finger PA
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1984, Washington and Lee University, graduated 1981, and University of Virginia, graduated 1984
Location: Wilmington, DE
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