Richard A. "Rick" Van Wagoner
About Richard A. Van Wagoner
Richard A. Van Wagoner is a lawyer based in Salt Lake City, UT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Richard A. Van Wagoner is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - First Amendment
Current Firm: Spencer Fane LLP
Education: University of Utah, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
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