David R. Cordell
About David R. Cordell
David R. Cordell is a lawyer based in Tulsa, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. David R. Cordell is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Commercial Litigation
- Employment Law - Management
- Energy Law
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Conner & Winters LLP
Education: University of Oklahoma, J.D., graduated 1985 and Washington and Lee University, B.A., cum laude, graduated 1982
Location: Tulsa, OK
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