David W. Criswell
About David W. Criswell
David W. Criswell is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. David W. Criswell is recognized in the following practice area:
- Portland, Oregon
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: Ballard Spahr LLP
Education: University of Wisconsin–Madison, JD, cum laude, graduated 1989 and Dartmouth College, BA, graduated 1986
Location: Portland, OR
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