Leigh T. Goddard
About Leigh T. Goddard
Leigh T. Goddard is a lawyer based in Reno, NV and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. Leigh T. Goddard is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Reno, Nevada
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: McDonald Carano LLP
Education: The University of South Carolina, J.D., graduated 1997 and College of Charleston, B.S. Business Finance, graduated 1991
Location: Reno, NV
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