Richard A. Russo
About Richard A. Russo
Richard A. Russo is a lawyer based in Wilkes-Barre, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Richard A. Russo is recognized in the following practice area:
- Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Rosenn, Jenkins & Greenwald LLP
Education: Temple University, J.D., graduated 1980 and Wilkes University, B.A. Political Science, graduated 1977
Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA
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