Randall E. Betty
About Randall E. Betty
Randall E. Betty is a lawyer based in Decatur, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Randall E. Betty is recognized in the following practice area:
- Decatur, Texas
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Walters, Balido & Crain
Education: Baylor University, J.D., graduated 1973 and Texas A&M University, Agricultural Economics, graduated 1971
Location: Decatur, TX
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